NEWTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SOLID WASTE MANAGER
$65,000 - $75,000 Annual Salary DOQ
The Newton County Board of Commissioners in Covington, Georgia is seeking candidates for the Solid
Waste Manager position. The Solid Waste Manager is responsible for managing and supervising the
operations of the Newton County Landfill in compliance with all applicable regulations, as well as 11 community
household waste collection facilities. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning, directing,
and managing all landfill and hauling operations, and performing additional tasks as assigned.
Newton County is home to over 100,000 residents, and employs over 600 employees, 49 part-time. It is a
captivating community with an engaged citizenry located 35 miles of Atlanta. Newton County endeavors to be a
world-class County, consistently providing exceptional customer service. The County is governed by an elected
Board of Commissioners consisting of a full-time Chairman who is elected “at large” and five District
Commissioners.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Qualified applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil
Engineering, Geology or a related field with at least five years of engineering or landfill operation
experience along with a current Georgia State Landfill Operator’s Certificate and valid drivers license.
Qualified applicants must also possess at least two years or solid waste managerial experience; or any
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge,
skills, and abilities for this job. Preferred qualifications include a P.E or P.G. certification.
Final candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment process that includes a thorough background
investigation of employment, educational history, driving history, and criminal history; as well as a drug test.
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APPLY: Please do not send resumes in lieu of a completed application. Application information is
available at http://www.co.newton.ga.us/ or at the Human Resources Department, 1113 Usher Street,
Administration Governmental Building, Covington, GA 30014, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00
p.m. We will contact by phone or mail only those applicants whose qualifications meet our minimum requirements and
are selected to move forward in the process. We comply with the Drug Free Workplace Guidelines.
Please forward completed application materials to the above physical address or to:
hr@co.newton.ga.us
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
NEWTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS TITLE:
SOLID WASTE MANAGER
JOB CODE: 4525
DEPARTMENT:
LANDFILL
DATE: 11172015 (REV)
REPORTS TO:
TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR
SAFETY SENSITIVE: NO
PURPOSE OF JOB:
The purpose of this job is to manage and supervise the operations of the Newton County Landfill
in compliance with all applicable regulations, as well as 11 community household waste collection
facilities. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning, directing, and
managing all landfill and hauling operations, and performing additional tasks as assigned.
JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS:
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation
of the vehicle and must abide by Newton County safe driving policy.
Carries out supervisory responsibility in accordance with County policies, procedures, and
applicable laws including: hiring and training in job skills; planning, assigning, and directing work;
appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
May be required to work occasional long hours and on religious holidays.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIERNCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related field with at least five years of
engineering or landfill operation experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training,
and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Two years of solid waste managerial experience is required.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must possess and maintain a Georgia Landfill Operator’s Certification.
P.E. or P.G. preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or allinclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Plans, directs, assigns, manages and oversees all landfill operations.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff, handling all employee concerns, directing work
assignments and scheduling, counseling and disciplining employees when necessary, and
completing employee performance appraisals.
Maintains state Landfill Certification.
Prepares all state required landfill disposal reports and submits to state EPD and DCA agencies.
Prepares and/or reviews the landfill groundwater and methane monitoring program ensuring
compliance with state EPD regulations and landfill operating permit.
Directs daily operations of convenience centers which includes scheduling emptying containers,
taking recyclables to market, making minor repairs on compactors, and ensures cleanliness of
collection sites.
Monitors operations; adjusts procedures and methods to comply with state permits and
regulations and the solid waste management plan.
Oversees administrative responsibilities of the Solid Waste Department.
Develops and implements long and short-range plans.
Manages and oversees capital improvement and new construction projects of the landfill.
Interprets blueprints and landfill operational plans; instructs equipment operators in the proper
methods and locations for refuse disposal.
Ensures that all landfill disposal activities comply with federal, state and local regulations.
Performs a variety of professional and technical tasks involved in the management of the
department, including: preparing the annual budget; monitoring expenditures; preparing long- and
short-range plans; planning work and setting priorities.
Develops and manages the annual solid waste department rates and/or fees and develops the
annual Solid Waste department’s capital and operating budgets and monitors expenditures.
Prepares and develops agenda reports, graphs and charts, and other information for the
Commissioners and County Manger’s Office, other departments and outside agencies regarding
department programs, services and/or policies, and with regard to the progress of the waste
reduction activities of the department as a whole.
Submits and manages monthly revenue, fuel consumption, and charge account reports.
Oversees and monitors monthly revenue collections.
Assures that all landfill equipment is properly maintained by scheduling preventative
maintenance, inspecting equipment on a regular basis, and assuring that necessary repairs are
made.
Drafts requisitions for supplies, parts, fuel, and other materials and equipment needed for landfill
operations; drafts specifications for new equipment.
Serves as a member of Ad Hoc, Landfill Site Selection, and other committees; participates in the
landfill site selection and design process.
Performs duties of landfill personnel in their absence.
Performs other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Landfill Division and the operations
and functions of the Solid Waste Department.
Knowledge of landfill management, management, chemistry as it relates to landfill gases,
practices, policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.
Knowledge of operations and staff plans and objectives for the expedience and effectiveness of
specific duties of the position.
Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to
the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.
Knowledge of any changes in policy, methods, operations, budgetary and equipment needs, etc.
as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.
Knowledge of computer software programs as necessary in the performance of job duties.
Ability to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans and activities and to monitor
performance of subordinates against measured established goals.
Ability to develop and implement long-term goals for the department in order to promote
effectiveness and efficiency.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, management, employees,
members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the Landfill
Division as they relate to the Solid Waste Department.
Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and
effective manner.
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the
handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented,
setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information.
Ability to read, understand and interpret personnel and financial reports and related materials.
Ability to use survey instruments and methane monitors, groundwater sampling equipment and
heavy equipment such as trash compactors, bulldozers, etc.
(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED
TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and
equipment including office equipment such as computers and adding machines, and heavy
equipment such as bulldozers, trash compactors, and earth movers. Must be able to use body
members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: walking, standing,
bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing,
and repetitive motions. Must be able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to
twenty pounds force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for medium
work.
DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable
functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from
obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people
to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers
or assistants.
LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires the ability to read a variety of plans, blueprints, reports,
printouts, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
Requires the ability to prepare a variety of reports, such as methane monitoring reports, and
records using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction,
and style. Requires the ability to speak to groups of people with poise, voice control, and
confidence.
INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques;
to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to
make independent judgment in the absence of management.
VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain
procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively
and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages, such as landfill
chemistry, including chemical terminology.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract
totals; multiply and divide; utilize and determine percentages, perform statistical calculations and
algebraic operations.
FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and
shape, visually with survey instruments and construction equipment.
MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately
in using survey instruments and construction equipment. Requires the ability to use the keyboard,
lift, bend, push, and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates.
MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as survey
instruments, methane monitors, and construction equipment, such as bulldozers, etc. Must have
the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with
different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of
color.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and
receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when
confronted with an emergency.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or
exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Must be able to communicate via telephone, two-way radio.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and
requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those
stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an
incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant
when possible.