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JEFFERSON COUNTY
Job Description
Job Title: Solid Waste Operations Coordinator
Department: Public Works
Reports To: Solid Waste Manager
FLSA Exempt: NO
Union: Teamsters
HIPAA: Level 4
BBP: Potential
Grade: A4-G
Location: Solid Waste Transfer Station
Approved By: Human Resource Manage
Approved Date: February 2022
SUMMARY: Plans, organizes, schedules, supervises and monitors the operations,maintenance and
repair of the County Solid Waste facilities by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
Coordinates, schedules and oversees all solid waste and moderate risk waste handling and closed landfill
monitoring activities and assures that work is performed efficiently, safely, and according to guidelines,
procedures and regulations.
Performs operational tasks including operating various equipment including a loader, 5-yard dump truck,
tractor trailer, backhoe,knuckle boom crane,wheel loader and various hand tools.
Acts as backup for MRW operations and transfer station scale house operations.
Oversees cash handling and credit card transactions in accord with County cash handling policy; monitors
and troubleshoots transaction software; and coordinates software repairs and updates or upgrades with
software vendor.
Oversees maintenance of the Solid Waste facilities to ensure a clean, orderly and neat appearance,
performs and or assigns troubleshooting repair and maintenance of Solid Waste equipment and
coordinates with ER&R and equipment vendors.
Oversees recycling facilities in accord with contract standards.
Assigns priority to solid waste projects in coordination with Solid Waste Manager and provides small
project support. Responsible for purchasing supplies and soliciting quotes from vendors and contractors
in accordance with County purchasing policy; developing specifications and bid packages for capital
expenditures; communicating with contractor; monitoring construction schedule, costs and budget.
Responds to inquiries, complaints or requests for information from other departments and the general
public,providing information within scope of knowledge and authority, or refers to appropriate
individual.
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Responsible for ensuring staff follows safety protocols. Identifies hazards and works to correct them.
Responds to incidents and emergencies affecting the operations of Solid Waste facilities and determines
appropriate course of action. Has authority to commit resources to implement action necessary to
reestablish safe operating conditions for the situation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates the activities of solid waste and moderate risk waste staff by planning, organizing and
directing workload and assignments; addresses complaints and resolves problems; and provides training
to employees to ensure effective delivery of services by the department.
Participates in the hiring of new personnel; maintains training record; recommends additional training
required for career advancement; performs annual employee performance evaluations and makes
recommendations for step increases. Carries out disciplinary measures assigned by the Solid Waste
Manager.
COMPETENCY To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the
following:
Project Management—Develops project plans; coordinates projects; completes projects on time and
budget; manages project team activities.
Technical Skills- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service-Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Oral Communication- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets
clarification; Responds well to questions; Is able to deescalate situations involving staff and the general
public; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar;Varies
writing style to meet needs;Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written
information.
Teamwork-Exhibits objectivity and openness to others'views; Contributes to building a positive team
spirit.
Cost Consciousness- Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.
Diversity-Demonstrates knowledge of EEO/Personnel policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural
differences.
Ethics-Treats people with respect;Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity
and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and
on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
Judgment- Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-
making process; Makes timely decisions.
Planning/Organizing-Assigns priority and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for
additional resources; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with
respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions;
Follows through on commitments; maintains excellent relationship with other County agencies and Public
Works divisions
Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.
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Safety and Security-Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability-Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes
approach or method to best fit the situation;Able to deal with frequent change,delays, or unexpected
events.
Attendance/Punctuality-Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered
when absent;Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability-Follows instructions,responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own
actions;Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate
plan.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree(GED); and four(4)years as a Solid Waste
Operator III, including at least one(1)year experience as a"Lead."
OR
High school diploma or general education degree(GED)and eight(8)years related experience
and/or training in solid waste, facilities maintenance,or heavy equipment operation including at
least two(2)years in a lead or supervisory position;
OR
Ten(10)years related experience and/or training in solid waste, facilities maintenance, or heavy
equipment operation with at least three(3)years in a lead or supervisory position; or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability
to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate,ratio, and percent and to draw and
interpret graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral,
or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of database software;
internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software.
CERTIFICATES,LICENSES,REGISTRATIONS
Valid Washington State Driver's License
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
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First Aid/CPR Certification
HAZMAT Certification
Forklift Operations Certification
Transfer Station Operations Certification
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of Federal, State and local rules and regulations pertaining to Solid Waste, and Moderate Risk
Waste, handling, and record keeping.
Ability to quickly grasp new techniques,deal with rapid changes in events,remain calm in stressful
situations,relate to various personality styles in a calm,professional manner.
Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and obtain certificates necessary for
functional skills performance.
Knowledge of methods, practices,procedures,tools,equipment and techniques used in the collection,
processing, and disposal of solid waste and moderate risk waste, and the collection,process.
Ability to be independent and self-motivated and to work under pressure;to complete work within
required deadlines,with little direction,while simultaneously completing other tasks.
Ability to administer confidential issues in a discreet manner.
Ability to maintain a high standard for accuracy, completeness, and efficiency in the preparation of
reports and budgets.
Familiarity with current ideas, practices,and trends relating to solid waste operations and familiarity with
State and County rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this Job,the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee
is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger,
handle, or feel;reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or
smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to
25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move,for a short duration, up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job,the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts,
fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to
explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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