Monterey Regional Waste Management District Last Revised: 05/10
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
DEFINITION
Under administrative direction, to manage and direct District operations, to organize, and oversee the planning, permitting, and facility design functions related to District operations and services; to assist with the development of the District budget, administrative functions, and information technology systems; to serve as General Manager when delegated; and to perform other job related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a top level management position for the organization responsible for the direction and operation of the District's programs including engineering, planning, permitting, and facilities development for the solid waste landfill, materials recovery facility, household hazardous material program, landfill gas facility, and other recycling programs.
REPORTS TO
General Manager.
CLASSIFICATIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED
Equipment Maintenance Manager, Last Chance Mercantile/Household Hazardous Waste Manager, Materials Recovery Facility Manager, Senior Engineer, and Site Manager.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs District planning, capital improvement, maintenance, hazardous materials control, and site operation functions; provides advice and technical consultation for the District management and the Board of Directors; assists the General Manager with the general planning and management of District functions and operations; assists with the development and administration of the District budget; serves as General Manager in the General Manager's absence and when delegated; has responsibility for the design and construction of new facility improvements; oversees and ensures the proper permitting and compliance for District operations; oversees the maintenance of files, official maps, and records related to District property; develops and administers the budget for assigned areas of District functions and operations; develops and plans capital improvement budgets and funding; coordinates construction functions and projects with consultants; oversees the preparation and prepares a variety of special studies and reports; develops proposal requests, bid packages, and specifications; analyzes responses to proposal requests and recommends the awarding of contracts to the General Manager and the Board of Directors; has responsibility for the hiring, supervision, training, and evaluation of assigned staff.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently stand and walk; sit for extended periods; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Normally work is performed in an office environment; some exposure to outdoor conditions; frequent contact with and the public.
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER – 2
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
· Civil engineering principles and practices as applied to the field of solid waste management, including the planning, development, design, maintenance, construction, and operation of solid waste management, landfill, and related public works facilities.
· Technical, legal, financial, and public relations problems related to the conduct of a solid waste management district.
· Methods of preparing and administering designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and recommendations related to solid waste management, landfill, and related public works facilities.
· Applicable County, State, and Federal laws, codes, and ordinances related to the design, construction, and operation of solid waste management and landfill facilities.
· Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of solid waste management, landfill, and related public works systems.
· Principles and practices of public administration, including administrative analysis, fiscal planning and control, and policy and program development.
· Budget development, expenditure control, financial administration, and financial record keeping.
· Development and utilization of computers and computerized information systems.
· Research and evaluation methodologies.
· Sound customer service practices and procedures.
· Employee development and training.
· Principles of supervision, training, and employee evaluation.
Ability to:
· Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and manage District operations, maintenance, hazardous materials control, and facilities development..
· Learn and apply pertinent federal, state, and District policies, ordinances and regulations pertaining to duties of the position. Develop and administer the budget and fiscal controls for assigned functions.
· Provide advice and consultation on engineering problems and requirements.
· Direct the preparation and prepare comprehensive reports using programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
· Apply civil engineering principles to a variety of construction, maintenance, operations, and facility improvement problems.
· Collect and analyze data on a variety of technical, analytical, and administrative topics.
· Serve as General Manager in the General Manager's absence and when delegated.
· Provide supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff.
· Communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing, in a variety of circumstances including public presentations.
· Effectively represent District policies, programs, and services with employees, contractors, representatives of other agencies, and the public.
· Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all levels of the organization to foster a team approach.
· Work independently and apply sound judgment and critical thinking skills to make effective decisions.
· Adhere to an assigned work schedule, adjust working hours as necessary, and meet District attendance standards.
Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Five years of varied and responsible engineering and/or administrative work experience in the development, design, maintenance, operation and construction of public works and/or solid waste management and landfill facilities, including at least two years in a management position. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, engineering or a closely related field is highly desirable.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a current California Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
Continued possession of a valid California Driver's license and compliance with established District vehicle operation standards, including on-going insurability to drive District vehicles, are conditions of employment.