The position of Manager, Waste Management offers an exciting opportunity work with County Council, staff and the Peterborough County community. As an integral member of the Infrastructure Services division, you promote the values and strategic goals of the organization through effective and collaborative management of department operations. This position is responsible for the management and operation of existing waste diversion programs; manages partner relationships between the County, surrounding townships and the City of Peterborough and the County; and acts as liaison for the County/City landfill sites, composting facility and the material recycling facility.

Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Waste Diversion Program Management 40%

• Manage waste diversion programs ensuring appropriate collection, management and disposal of materials, waste management education, etc.;

• Manage participation in Provincial waste diversion funding programs and ensuring all necessary reporting requirements are fulfilled;

• Monitor and audit waste diversion programs; analyze data and make program recommendations;

• Manage the County Waste Management Master Plan;

• Manage recycling collection contracts and sites;

• Participate in open-houses, public workshops, meetings and public events concerning waste management;

• Attend and report to County Council and committees as required;

• Actively participate in local, regional and provincial committees related to waste management.

• Manage the development of tenders, proposals, quotes and contracts.

Project and Staff Management 30%

• Establish and manage the Waste Management division annual work plan and budget, including preparation and monitoring, for review and approval by the department director;

• Ensure the purchase of division supplies/equipment, including capital equipment, are in accordance with County Purchasing Policy;

• Participate in the hiring, performance appraisal and supervision of Waste Management staff providing guidance and feedback, advice and direction/allocation of work programs;

• Project Management for divisional initiatives;

• Negotiate and liaise with hired contractors (to and from the County) to ensure efficient delivery of services;

• Attend County Council, Waste Management Committee and other committees as required;

• Understand the County of Peterborough Health and Safety Policy and the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario to ensure that the requirements contained therein are followed and consistently applied.

Research & Development of Emerging Waste Management Programs 20%

• Research and analyze potential new waste management initiatives;

• Research and analyze potential program funding;

• Draft reports concerning viable new programs and present recommendations to appropriate committees;

• Implement approved new initiatives.

Management of County Interest in Landfill Site(s), Compost Facility and MRF 10%

• Manage the County’s interest in the Landfill and MRF site in accordance with County/City Waste Management Master Plan;

• Monitor Landfill and MRF operations and assist local municipal operational issues;

• Maintain lines of communication and attend meetings with City staff concerning Landfill and MRF operational issues;

• Act as resource to the Waste Management Steering Committee concerning Landfill and MRF site issues and provide technical input to the committee on operational issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this position supervises and directs the work of the Waste Management division staff including: Waste Management Operations Coordinator, Waste Management Administrative Coordinator, Education/Communications Officer, Administrative Assistant; seasonal employees and contract service providers.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree specializing in Biological Sciences/Environmental Sciences or equivalent;

• A minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in the field of Waste Management;

• Knowledge of industrial processing/handling of material, hazardous waste, industrial equipment capabilities and quality control;

• Knowledge of Environmental Assessment Act, Waste Diversion Act, Environmental Protection Act and Regulations and other pertinent Legislation;

• Prior experience in a unionized municipal setting preferred;

• Knowledge/experience with staff supervision and budget preparation;

• Excellent communication and presentation skills;

• Demonstrated experience in Occupational Health and Safety requirements, WHMIS and Transportation of Dangerous Good Act;

• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook);

• Valid Ontario "G" Driver’s License required; and

• In accordance with County Policy, a Criminal Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Key Performance Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to take action while exhibiting good judgment and a realistic understanding of the issues when rationalizing budget/purchases, scheduling work/delegation, handling public complaints; (judgment/decision-making/problem-solving)

• Demonstrated ability to discuss, explore acceptable alternatives, argue position, and gain agreement such as when negotiating the County’s share of the Landfill site or the interpretation of Provincial/Federal Regulations with government regulators; (persuasion/influence)

• Demonstrated ability to identify components of a project, determine cost/time requirements, develop the appropriate process/methodology, schedule work, arrange delivery of resources i.e. material/labour, and monitor project through completion; (resource/project management)

• Demonstrated ability to express ideas and present information clearly through the written and spoken word when facilitating public meetings, responding to sensitive and volatile issues with public/media, arguing position with contractors/government officials, presenting ideas/recommendations/written reports to Council and Committees; (oral and written communication/formal presentation and facilitation skills)

• Demonstrated ability to assess a situation, identify possible potential problems, and take corrective action, i.e. plan ahead for Council, Waste Management Committee and public meetings, by anticipating probable issues/complaints/unwanted outcomes and putting procedures in place to control events; (troubleshooting/planning and organizing workload)

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with team/work groups to accomplish a specific organizational or departmental goal; work closely with other departments,, respect the needs and contributions of others and support the group decision i.e. staff meetings, steering committee meetings, and interdepartmental dependencies; (teamwork/collaboration)

• Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices and awareness of conditions that affect employee/public safety i.e. exposure to chemicals/machinery; (safety awareness)

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidences and promote an ethical work environment i.e. property information, compensation negotiations, City/Count ownership/management issues; (integrity/confidentiality) and

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and motivate staff i.e. hire staff, assess capabilities, assign duties/projects accordingly, monitor/evaluate work, provide constructive feedback, discipline. (coaching/staff development)

Working Conditions:

• Work in a typical office environment (90%) with occasional travel to review recycling routes, attend Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste (MHSW) sites, perform waste audits, attend landfill sites/meetings/conferences, etc. (10%);

• Occasional exposure to chemical substances and noise due to machinery at sites;

• As needs arise, able to work past normal working hours;

• Carry a communications device for day to day work and when substituting on Emergency Control Group;

• Occasional requirement to travel overnight and drive a vehicle during working hours.

Salary Range/Effective Date: $76,458 - $95,573 per year