Project Director Position Purpose/Summary Responsible for
administrative, technical and professional engineering work in planning,
coordinating and directing the activities in connection with the
construction of various facilities of the Department of Public Works.
Work is performed with considerable latitude for independent action and
decision in accordance with accepted environmental engineering practices
adapted to municipal requirements and previously approved building plans
and blueprints under the administrative direction of the Deputy Director
of Public Works who reviews work through reports and conferences.
Supervision is frequently exercised over assigned personnel and liaison
workers activities. Essential Functions Plans, administers, coordinates,
and directs the work of contractors and/or consultants in the layout and
construction of the various components of the City\'s Integrated Solid
Waste Management System and related facilities. Promotes and tracks the
City\'s recycling rate and seeks cost effective ways to improve system.
Applies for various local and state grants. Confers with administrative
and management officials of similar plans and surrounding towns to
advise and enforce ordinance provisions pertaining to type, quality and
quantity of refuse. Confers with municipal, state and federal officials
and with various consultants on technical, legal and administrative
matters. Keeps abreast of current trends and developments in the field
through reading and observation. Plans, implements and coordinates
various refuse reuse and disposal strategies including recycling: leaf,
yard waste and sludge composing; demolition and construction debris,
household hazardous waste, and related activities. Manages Municipal
Recycling Enforcement Coordinator making sure regular recycling
inspections occur. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge
of the principles, practices and procedures of various aspects of
municipal solid waste. Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards
and safety precautions involved in the work. Knowledge of state and
federal rules, regulations and status applicable to solid waste.
Knowledge of standard laboratory methods in the examination of solid
waste. Ability to develop and execute both current and long range plans,
policies, and procedures. Ability to prepare plans and specifications
for plant additions and improvements, including major equipment and
material purchases. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with subordinates, government officials, consultants,
industrial officials, and the general public. Ability to express oneself
clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Education and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree with major course work in sanitary, environmental,
public health, engineering or closely related fields; or considerable
experience in the design, operation, methods and procedures involved in
the recycling and composing of municipal solid waste and other refuse.
Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in the
field of Solid Waste.