Streets Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator

City of La Crosse • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

The City of La Crosse is hiring a Street Supervisor/Recycling Coordinator in its Street Department, which maintains and repairs streets, removes snow, and oversees refuse and recycling programs. The position manages the city's solid waste and recycling program, including administration of collection and recycling contracts; preparation of grants and grant reports; and delivery of public education programs and materials. The role also assists the Superintendent of Streets with daily department activities and directs department operations when the Superintendent is absent. The position works under the direction of the Superintendent of Streets.

This exempt position has a stated salary range of $73,028.80 to $83,657.60 for 80 hours bi-weekly, depending on qualifications. Applications are accepted through November 5, 2026. The selected candidate is subject to a background check and post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• At least three years of progressively responsible street and/or public works experience, including maintenance, construction, street paving, and snow removal operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license.
• Ability to analyze and classify data; communicate orally and in writing with residents, civic groups, DNR personnel, haulers, contractors, department staff, and other stakeholders; and provide first-line supervision, guidance, and training.
• Ability to perform calculations and interpret basic descriptive statistical reports.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, computer terminal, calculator, tape measure, two-way radio base, and telephone.
• Ability to perform sedentary to light physical work, which may involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Selected candidate must pass a background check and post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in environmental sciences or a related technical field.
• Three years of municipal solid waste and recycling experience in a management-related position.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer refuse and recycling contracts, including collection, disposal, yard waste, and brush chipping, and assist with preparing or revising contracts and bid specifications.
• Assist in preparing annual refuse and recycling operating and capital budgets.
• Prepare reports and grant applications to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for refuse and recycling.
• Prepare and present public education materials and programs related to refuse and recycling.
• Maintain refuse and recycling records and data.
• Review monthly contractor invoices and authorize payment.
• Assist in enforcing City ordinances and codes related to refuse and recycling.
• Respond to resident questions and complaints regarding refuse and recycling.
• Assist with scheduling projects; prepare work orders; allocate personnel and equipment; monitor work in progress; inspect completed projects; advise crews; and check utility openings for compliance with job requirements.
• Take personnel actions, participate in hiring, approve vacation and other leave requests, address employee problems, prepare injury reports and investigate injuries, and orient new department employees.
• Direct snow removal and ice control.
• Receive and respond to inquiries, complaints, and comments regarding department activities.
• Direct department activities in the Superintendent of Streets' absence.
• Receive after-hours Highway Department calls and supervise staff called out after hours; provide supervision for Highway Department and MSC staff on nights and weekends as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary department information and personnel matters, including medical information and collective bargaining matters.
• Dispatch department personnel to work sites, write correspondence and send information to residents, and answer department telephones.

Benefits

• Medical benefit plans, including traditional and high-deductible options with HSA.
• Wisconsin Retirement System, with a stated 7.20% employer contribution.
• Deferred compensation and Roth IRA.
• Life insurance, accident insurance, and income continuation insurance.
• Voluntary dental and vision plans.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Up to 12 sick days per year.
• Vacation time available as of the date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed