Ready for Zero Waste? Ready to lead teams to reach their dreams? Director of Sustainability, Solid Waste Operations is the role for you.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the county Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness.
DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse workforce of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Our nationally recognized team of professionals are working together towards a singular goal: providing environmentally responsible and cost-effective management of municipal solid waste, keeping Fairfax County safe, green, healthy, and clean.
Under the direction of the DPWES Deputy Director, Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP), directs the daily activities of the SWMP operations at specific locations.
Multiple positions may be filled with this recruitment:
- Sustainability Division Director, Transfer Operations, location is I-66 Transfer Station Complex.
- Sustainability Division Director, Landfill and Collection Operations, locations are the I-95 Landfill Complex and Newington Collections Facility.
Coordinates collection, transfer, and disposal and/or diversion activities with the Reworld Thermomechanical Treatment Facility, organics processors, and/or material recovery facilities. Directly supervises facility management, with responsibility for the general oversight of all operational staff. Responsible for sustainable solid waste management program planning from an operations perspective, incorporating waste reduction and zero waste strategies into the County’s services. Collaborates with the Division of Sustainability, Engineering, and Environmental Compliance on capital projects, facility regulatory and environmental compliance, and infrastructure. Monitors state and federal regulatory and legislative discussions and changes, providing analysis of potential impact to the County. Oversees business operations, equipment coordination, needs analysis, and procurement efforts for the SWMP. Ensures proper operation of the computerized scale system, facility financial processes, and customer services. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, participates in strategic planning for the Department and Solid Waste Management Program. Provides administrative oversight on human resources, budget, and IT needs of division. Identifies budgetary needs of the division and monitors expenditures. Ensures a safe work culture within the agency. Supports countywide emergency/disaster response efforts.
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)- Plans, organizes and implements effective solid waste management operational programs;
- Responsible for all operational aspects of the I-66 Transfer Station Complex; OR manages all operational aspects for both the I-95 Landfill Complex and Newington Facility;
- Collaborates with the Division of Recycling, Engineering and Environmental Compliance staff to ensure facilities maintain regulatory and environmental compliance; Responsible for strategic solid waste operational programs;
- Monitors state and federal regulatory and legislative changes and provides analysis of potential impact to the County;
- Collaborates with the Solid Waste Administrative Branch for the operation division’s budgetary, IT and long-term staffing requirements;
- Supports county-wide emergency/disaster response.
- Knowledge of the practices and theory of environmental services;
- Knowledge of solid waste disposal programs and techniques;
- Comprehensive knowledge of and the ability to enforce County, State and Federal regulatory standards;
- Ability to plan and coordinate the work of professional and sub-professional staff;
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the public, County officials, and regulatory agencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences or related field; plus, seven years of progressively responsible experience in the public works field, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:A valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- At least five years of experience supervising staff performing sustainability or solid waste operations programs.
- Demonstrated experience managing 100+ employees.
- At least 3 years leading field operations in an environmental field.
- At least 3 years of managing multiple programs/projects.
- At least 5 years negotiating and managing waste transfer and disposal contracts.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to effectively communicate with public and staff. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance and greater than 25 lbs. with or without assistance. Ability to operate a computer and other general office equipment. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Ability to visit areas where household hazards and raw waste exists. Mobility required to visit offsite facilities. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (
Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314.
DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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