Deputy Solid Waste Director POS# 124000050

Cumberland County•698 Ann Street Fayetteville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is being reposted with updated Conditions of Employment. Join Cumberland County Solid Waste Management and help lead essential services that protect our environment, support our community, and promote a cleaner, more sustainable future. The department provides safe and environmentally responsible disposal, processing, and recycling services across Cumberland County. Operations include Transportation, Container Sites, the Ann Street Landfill, the Construction and Demolition Landfill, Household Hazardous Waste and Planning, Maintenance, Recycling, White Goods, the Wilkes Road Treatment and Processing Facility, and Scale House operations. This leadership position provides strategic, administrative, and operational oversight for assigned Solid Waste Management programs and services. Responsibilities include supervising administrative, collections, and maintenance personnel; overseeing County Container Sites, the White Goods area, and recyclable-material sales; and supporting effective, compliant, and customer-focused operations. Additional responsibilities include advancing departmental planning initiatives and providing leadership for public outreach and education programs that promote environmental stewardship and responsible waste management throughout the community. The candidate chosen will be required to report to duty 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, as needed (for storms, fires, all types of inclement weather, etc.).

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in environmental management, civil engineering, or a related field and four (4) years of experience that includes supervising staff and managing solid waste collection and disposal programs or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must meet industrial physical examinations such as sight, hearing, cardiovascular, pulmonary, chest x-rays, blood pressure, blood sugar and lead levels; chemistry profiles such as cholesterol and liver functioning, etc., prior to employment.
Knowledge of Cumberland County methods, procedures, and policies applicable to the position’s assigned responsibilities and operations
Knowledge of solid waste management ordinances, landfill laws, regulatory requirements, and operational standards
Knowledge of effective supervisory practices, including assigning and reviewing work, motivating employees, evaluating performance, and providing appropriate guidance
Knowledge of occupational hazards, safe work practices, required protective equipment, and applicable safety policies and procedures
Knowledge of the organizational structure and functions of assigned sections, related County departments, regulatory agencies, and external partners
Knowledge of departmental terminology and professional language related to solid waste management operations
Knowledge of effective leadership principles and their application to the supervision and management of assigned personnel and programs
Skill in leading, managing, motivating, training, and directing employees with varying levels of experience
Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing daily operations using effective time-management practices
Skill in monitoring work quality, maintaining high standards of accuracy, identifying deficiencies, and initiating timely corrective action
Skill in communicating clearly and professionally while promoting an environment that encourages open and effective communication
Skill in exercising sound, independent judgment and making appropriate decisions within assigned areas of responsibility
Ability to interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate expectations clearly to assigned personnel
Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and professionalism when interacting with employees, the public, other departments, regulatory agencies, and external organizations
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to adapt effectively to significant changes in job duties, operational priorities, work environments, organizational structures, processes, requirements, or workplace cultures
Ability to consistently perform the physical labor required of the position under varying weather and environmental conditions
Certification as a Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) is required within three (3) years of hire.
Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.
A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Responsibilities

Serves as Deputy Director and assists with planning, directing, and evaluating departmental programs and operations under limited supervision
Oversees operations of the Ann Street Landfill, Scale House, recycling, and composting programs
Directs the repair and maintenance of departmental equipment and oversees inventory and supply management
Supervises assigned personnel, including equipment operators, truck drivers, environmental enforcement inspectors, and other unit staff
Performs supervisory responsibilities, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, work assignments, time and leave approval, performance management, and disciplinary actions in accordance with County policies
Oversees environmental enforcement activities, including inspections, complaint tracking, investigations, and responses to reported concerns
Coordinates with the North Carolina Department of Transportation, County Solid Waste personnel, municipalities, and other partners to address litter, illegal dumping, and environmental concerns
Oversees enforcement of the County’s solid waste ordinance and recommends appropriate enforcement actions to the Director
Coordinates with County legal staff regarding enforcement cases and appears in environmental court as required
Manages community engagement, public education, and outreach efforts related to litter prevention, illegal dumping, recycling, and solid waste services
Meets monthly with the Public Information Office, coordinates communication initiatives, and prepares and submits requests for public information support
Manages departmental social media accounts, website updates, public awareness campaigns, and other traditional and non-traditional communication channels
Develops and promotes programs and events, including the 5 for Friday campaign, Cumberland Clean initiatives, special waste collection events, recycling programs, and departmental marketing efforts
Collaborates with Sustainable Sandhills, municipalities, community organizations, and other stakeholders on environmental education and outreach campaigns
Oversees general administrative and fiscal functions, including budget preparation and management, requests for proposals, contracts, grants, and program-related expenditures
Researches, develops, and implements strategies for litter management, recycling, container-site development and improvements, environmental enforcement, collection operations, maintenance, and community engagement
Establishes priorities and performance objectives for outreach and education programs to support departmental goals and community needs