The Putnam County Department of Health is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Solid Waste Manager.

This is a Competitive position under New York State Civil Service Law. Per NYS Civil Service Law any appointment to this position will be made on a Provisional basis, pending the future administration of a Civil Service examination.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position involves planning, development, implementation and ongoing coordination of an efficient and effective countywide solid waste and recycling program, which may include responsibility for all related waste management programs, such as litter control, environmental education, waste hauler licensing programs, or related activities. Under established County policies and guidelines, the incumbent supervises· the ·countywide collection, transportation and disposal of recyclable. materials. Incumbent will develop and oversee the Putnam County Solid Waste Management Plan. Additional responsibilities include planning, development, implementation and coordination of a variety of community education activities and special projects, as well as research of related issues and developments in the field. The Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator may assist and advise municipalities within the County with implementation of local recycling. programs, as needed. The work is performed under minimal supervision, requiring the exercise of independent judgment. Direct supervision is exercised over subordinate staff and volunteers. Performs related work as required.

SOME TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Participates in the· planning., development, and evaluation of- recycling, solid waste, and reclamation programs for the efficient handling and marketing of recyclable ·materials;
• Participates in the research, development, establishment and enforcement of County policies and regulations relative to recycling and waste management;
• Supervises the countywide collection, transportation and disposal of recyclable materials;
• Oversees all County waste management programs, including Putnam County Litter Abatement Program, Keep Putnam Beautiful Program, Putnam County Licensing Program for waste haulers;
• Supervises County employees and volunteers responsible for the collection, transportation and marketing of recyclable materials;
• Enforces Putnam County Waste Management regulations by conducting reviews and inspections, investigating violations, and issuing warnings in connection with violations of existing regulations and ordinances;
• Provides consultation, assistance and advice to municipal officials relative to the planning, development and implementation of local recycling programs;
• Provides information to municipal officials relative to grants and other forms of monetary and non-monetary assistance from public and private sources;
• Serves as liaison and maintains communications with officials in surrounding counties relative to recycling programs and initiatives;
• Prepares and submits grant applications and funding requests to appropriate sponsors or funding sources;
• Prepares and submits reports and documentation to New York State Department of Environmental Conservation er other agencies, as required;
• Writes and distributes educational material, press releases, and other informational materials designed to promote County recycling programs to encourage the participation of residents and businesses in recycling and waste management programs;
• Reviews, innovates and revises programs and activities as necessary in response to changing conditions;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A) Bachelor's degree or higher and one (1) year full-time paid work experience in solid waste or recycling management or planning; or two (2) years of administrative, governmental, or business experience at a management level or higher; or

B) Associate' s degree or sixty (60) college level credits and three (3) years’ full-time paid work experience in solid waste or recycling management or planning; or four (4) years of administrative, governmental, or business experience at a management level or higher; or

C) Graduation from High School or equivalent and five (5) years’ full-time paid work experience in solid waste or recycling management or planning; or six (6) years of administrative, governmental, or business experience at a management level or higher

PLEASE NOTE: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid, unrestricted, appropriate level driver’s license, and acceptable driving record are required at time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

STARTING SALARY: $80,000

BENEFITS:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

APPLICATION: 

Applications and resumes may be submitted to the Putnam County Personnel Department by mail or email:

putnampersonnel@putnamcountyny.gov

Putnam County Personnel Department

110 Old Route 6, Bldg 3

Carmel NY, 10512