Operations Supervisor Iii Jobs

Exciting Opportunity:
For a Supervisor III to champion Environmental Sustainability and advance the county’s recycling, carbon emission, and environmental safety goals at our eight Transfer Stations and two drop boxes. Lead the transformation of our Transfer Stations’ business model to implement new and exciting initiatives. Align yourself with supportive and hands-on management team that exudes out-of-the-box thinking, relentless problem solving, and cohesive partners.
The Operations Section of the Solid Waste Division manages eight Transfer Stations, two drop boxes, and a 920-acre active landfill. This is a very dynamic working environment that demands high energy and diversified experience with an emphasis on “TEAM”. Career growth, benefits and work life balance are all part of working at King County Solid Waste. In addition, we offer alternate work schedules to fit the needs of the individual and the organization.
You will be involved with:

• Material Recovery of Reusable Resources (supporting staff with sorting recyclable materials from waste)
• And impactful projects
• Waste Diversion (supporting staff on educating customers on cost efficiency and recycling at dedicated stations, working with recycling vendors, diverting material away from landfill)

• Promotional and growth opportunities within and beyond the division.
• Opportunities to backfill the Assistant Operations Manager that can support a nexus to the position and other leadership positions.

• Identify and develop staffing requirements; delegate responsibilities and authority to subordinate supervisors; conduct employee performance evaluations of all multiple work unit supervisors and support staff; and make hiring, disciplinary and termination decisions
• Provide guidance and direction in making work quality, customer service and/or employee satisfaction improvements.
• Develop, plan, organize, implement and direct the annual programs and objectives for multiple work units comprised of trades employees.
• Provide guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors and support staff concerning the most complex and/or sensitive issues/problems, recognize/commend employee who meet or exceed expectations, monitor time management and attendance, coach and counsel and discipline as needed.
• Ensure that day to day management is consistent with terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and applied fairly to (all covered employees) multiple work units. Participate on Labor/Management Committees. Investigate and resolve grievances and complaints, issue verbal and written reprimands and letters of counseling and recommend further disciplinary action when necessary, resolve other human resource and payroll issues in consultation with Solid Waste Human Resources/Payroll staff

• Skill in using computer applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Teams, etc.) and using effective business communications (verbal and written) while having tactful customer focus relations at all levels (i.e. employees, peers, supervisors, customers, officials and union representatives).
• Minimum three (3) years experience with two or more work units of increasingly responsible supervisory principles and practices in a represented/union environment, including work planning and performance management, and assigning, coordinating, and supervising work of employees at multiple sites and/or multiple bargaining groups in the same position.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in supervising effectively through subordinate supervisors or leads, including establishing goals and assigning responsibilities, setting work performance standards, establishing work priorities, making program changes and resolving safety, training and personnel issues.
• A valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to travel to other sites in a timely matter during the course of the work day/shift.
• Minimum three (3) years experience with occupational hazards and safety precautions in an industry which could include construction, maintenance, operations or transportation.
• Experience working with Human Resources, Payroll, and collaboratively with union representatives and to consistently and fairly apply union contract language.

• Five (5) or more years' experience in supervising effectively through subordinate supervisors or leads, including establishing goals and assigning responsibilities, setting work performance standards, establishing work priorities, making program changes and resolving safety, training and personnel issues.

• Experience applying Equity and Social Justice on all work duties/activities.
• Knowledge of King County, Washington State and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specialization and environmental permits in the Solid Waste industry.
• Three (3) or more years' experience in one or more of these areas: landfill operations, solid waste transportation or general transportation, solid waste transfer facilities, heavy-duty mechanical/maintenance shops and/ or Industrial work environment.

• Ensures Accountability- Hold self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Racially Just- We act as champions to achieve racial justice.
• Customer Focus- Build strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Action Oriented- Take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates- Build partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives Engagement- Create a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

• Work Location: The primary work location for this position is the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 16645 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA. However, the Solid Waste Division currently operates eight (8) transfer stations located throughout King County and the candidate must be available to work at any of the eight locations as assigned including Vashon Island. You can view a list of the stations at http://your.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste/facilities/transfer.asp
• Physical Requirement: The candidate must be able to work in an office environment in addition to working in an active landfill operation, transfer station operation which may include working work on uneven grades, slopes, surfaces, and terrain in inclement weather and other adverse conditions such as dust, odor, high volume noise and heavy traffic.
• Union Representation: This classification is represented by Professional and Technical Employees, Local 17 Supervisors.
• FLSA Status: This position is not overtime eligible.
• Work Schedule: The schedule may vary depending on business needs with shifts 4/10 and/or 5/8, which may include weekends. You must be willing to work any of these schedules. This position is FLSA Exempt; ineligible for overtime. Solid Waste Division facilities are open seven days a week.

• Answering the supplemental questions
• King County application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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