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ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATIONS MANAGER
Pay Range GC22
INTRODUCTION
This classification assumes responsibility for management and coordination of the solid waste and traffic safety section of the operations and maintenance division. The manager plans, manages and coordinates solid waste, traffic safety and vegetation
operations of the section; assess program needs then develops, directs, coordinates and evaluates plans and programs; establish and interpret policy and procedure; develop and monitor section budget; supervise support staff. Incumbent may serve as division manager in the absence of the manager.
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES
(Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples.)
1. Manage the
solid waste,
traffic safety
and vegetation
programs
section of the
division;
coordinate
with other
division and
department
programs; plan
and evaluate
procedures and
programs;
develop short-
and long-range
goals,
objectives and
evaluation of
the program;
prepare and
monitor
section
budget.
Establish and
interpret
policy and
procedure.
2. Supervise
support staff;
offer
technical
assistance as
needed. Ensure
programs are
in compliance
with Federal
and State
regulations.
Assume
accountability
for work
performed
within the
section. Is
involved in
selection,
training, and
evaluation of
staff.
Interpret
policy and
procedure.
3. Evaluate
condition of
section
equipment with
supervisors
and recommend
repair or
replacement.
4. Assure
citizen
complaints
related to
department
activity are
properly
resolved,
either solving
personally or
assigning to
support staff.
5. Research and prepare variety of records, statistical and costing reports, involving statistical data and analysis to support projects, equipment usage and replacement and staffing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THIS POSITION
Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques and regulatory controls used in solid waste disposal; thorough knowledge of laws and safety rules that govern traffic control, chemical application; considerable knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of effective administration including personnel management and fiscal management to develop, implement and evaluate programs; considerable knowledge of cost accounting, purchasing and budgeting procedures. Skill in: Preparation and presentation of reports. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and procedures, establish new policies when applicable, and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities; utilizing problem identification and resolution techniques; establish and maintain records, reports and statistical data; supervise section operations and support staff; plan work schedules and meet established deadlines; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, federal and state agencies, other agencies, committees, advisory boards, vendors, contractors and the public.
Education, experience and training: Seven years progressively responsible experience in the operations of solid waste disposal, traffic control and vegetation control which includes two years supervisory experience. At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon driver's license.
Desirable qualifications: Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related field, experience in herbicide application.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS OF THIS POSITION
Work is performed under the guidance of the operations and maintenance division manager. The employee works independently in administering a complex area of responsibility and confers with supervisor for professional advice. Discretion is required in applying general goal and policy statements, in development of recommendations, policies and procedures and in resolving program problems. Work is accomplished within a broad framework, with authority and responsibility in area of service. Periodic reviews of work performance are conducted in terms of expected results.
GUIDELINES
Work is performed within department policy and procedures, federal, state and county statutes, rules. regulations and ordinances; DEQ requirement, traffic and vegetation control reference materials, OSHA regulations, personnel rules, bargaining union contract. Employee interprets guidelines and recommends changes or adaptations of guidelines to meet specific problems. Must be aware of guidelines of outside agencies when working on projects involving that agency.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular and consistent attendance is required. Work is performed in the office and in the field; may involve bending, hearing alarms and voice conversation, lifting up to 14 pounds, standing, stooping, twisting and walking. A considerable amount of driving is required.
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