Job Description
Salary: $75,900.31 - $118,140.26 Annually
Location : Venice, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2350
Department: Public Works
Division: Solid Waste
Opening Date: 12/03/2025
Description Starting salary to commence at $75,900 - $97,020 except in extenuating circumstances. General Statement of Job Front line supervisor for the Solid Waste Division. Supervises personnel and operations involved in solid waste functions.
City Expectations: In addition, certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.
Duties & Responsibilities Specific Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: - Plans, organizes, delegates, directs, controls and monitors all activities, personnel and systems/equipment assigned to the division, including staff development.
2. Assumes management responsibility for the planning and execution of route and collections schedules.
3. Directs inventories, keeps records on employees, equipment and job costs. Assists supervisor in developing budget recommendations and in administering the division's adopted budget.
4. Oversees the onboarding process and continuous safety development of all drivers, incorporating regular ride-alongs to assess performance and reinforce safety and efficiency.
5. Interprets and administers collective bargaining agreement, personnel procedures and rules, as well as department policies and policies.
6. Assigns, schedules, monitors and evaluates activity of subordinates, completes performance appraisals and as necessary performs training/coaching/counseling or issues disciplinary action in the form of oral/written reprimands, etc. Composes basic memos and e-mails, maintains work orders, notes of informal basic personnel records related to employee performance.
7. Safely and efficiently drives and operates city vehicles as required.
8. Recommends hiring, firing, transfer, suspension, layoff, recall, promotion, discharge, discipline and evaluation of employees.
9. Acts in the absence of the Solid Waste/Recycling Superintendent to supervise division operations and staff as needed.
Responsibilities : Ability to cooperate and work with other departments within the City. Understanding of the needs of subordinates. Responsible for the safety of the employees. Responsible for residential and commercial customer relations. Responsible in work to the Solid Waste/Recycling Superintendent.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education and Training High school graduate or equivalent with five (5) years' experience overseeing dispatching, logistics and route delivery. Maintenance/service of CDL vehicles or Solid Waste experience is preferred. Must have a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B (or higher) free of any serious violations or ability to obtain an instate license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.
Experience in supervision is also required. Supervision as defined here, means that your primary duty is routinely managing employees who report directly to you, where you have the duty to assign and direct their work, evaluate their performance, counsel them, discipline them and set individual goals for them. Also, you have the authority to hire or fire them, or your suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status are given particular weight.
Or City of Venice employees who do not have prior supervisory experience may qualify by completing twenty (20) hours of HR-approved leadership or management courses within a 12-month period from date of transfer to the position.
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required Skill Requirements : Understanding of the total operation including cost fleet maintenance, actual time worked for employees, assessment of equipment purchases. Must have superior knowledge of the various types of equipment required for the work and an understanding and respect for operational limitations of such equipment. Demonstrated good work habits and reliable attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, fellow employees, and the general public.
Requires a working knowledge of the current version of the Microsoft Office Professional software suite including proficiency with Word and Excel. Must have a basic understanding of the current version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Familiarity with CentralSquare Software applications based on an iSeries system is preferred. Working knowledge of current versions of Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook is also highly recommended. Ability to learn specific computer applications used in the Department.
Physical Requirements : Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather and for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to work under the stress of multiple priorities and deadlines, as well as occasional emergency situations. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.
Supplemental Information Working Conditions : Work is performed in an office setting and outdoor sites during all types of weather conditions. Work occasionally exposes the employee to insects, spiders, dangerous animals (i.e. dogs, snakes, rats, etc.) traffic hazards, and extreme weather (hot/cold, rain, wind, etc.). Expected to be available for emergencies beyond regular operating hours if required.
Other : It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.
Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.
The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members.
The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace The City of Venice offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including
voluntary enrollment in:
- Health Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
- Dental Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
- Vision Insurance (Employee or Family)
- FRS - Florida Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Plan - 457b
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)
AND the following City
paid benefits:
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Basic Life Insurance (1x employee's annual salary)
- EAP - Employee Assistance Program
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Vacation (8 hours/month, increases with tenure)
- Sick Leave (8 hours/month)
01
What is your highest level of completed education?
- Did Not Graduate Highschool
- Highschool Graduate or Equalivent
- Some College, No Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02
If you possess a degree, what is your Major/Degree subject? Enter "N/A" if you do not have a college degree.
03
Do you possess a valid driver's license free of any serious violations?
04
What is your Driver's License number?
05
What classification is your CDL?
- CDL A
- CDL B
- CDL Permit
- No valid CDL
06
How many years have you professionally managed dispatching, logistics and route delivery? Experience must be documented within your work history/resume.
- No prior experience
- 1 to 3 years
- More than 3 but less than 5 years
- More than 5 but less than 7 years
- More than 7 years
07
Do you have previous Recycling/Solid Waste collection experience? (Prior Experience Not Required)
08
How many years of supervisory experience do you have? Supervision as defined here, means that your primary duty is routinely managing employees who report directly to you, where you have the duty to assign and direct their work, evaluate their performance, counsel them, discipline them and set individual goals for them. Also, you have the authority to hire or fire them, or your suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status are given particular weight. (Prior work experience must be documented within your work history/resume)
- No prior supervisory experience
- 1 to 2 years
- More than 3 years
09
Do you have previous experience with the maintenance or repairs of CDL vehicles? (Prior Experience Not Required)
10
Within your working career, what is the largest number of employees that have reported directly to you; where you were responsible for the hiring/firing, completing evaluations and administering disciplinary action?
- No prior direct reports
- 1 to 5 people directly reported to me
- 6 to 10 people directly reported to me
- More than 10 people directly reported to me
11
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
Required Question
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