Waste Diversion Manager

The Delaware County Solid Waste Authority is looking for a Waste Diversion Manager to join their team. This position will be located in Media, PA but will spend time at our two transfer facilities in Chester, PA and Broomall, PA as well as our landfill in Boyertown, PA. In addition to the benefits listed below, DCSWA's health insurance benefits are 100% paid for by the organization. In addition to your PTO there are 15 paid holidays per year along with 4 paid personal days! Job Summary: The Waste Diversion Manager oversees the Authority’s recycling programs and transfer stations. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with DEP regulations and managing data reporting, administering grants, and coordinating our outreach efforts. The role is responsible for overseeing the Authority’s transfer station contracts and/or operations, as well as implementing and maintaining strategies and practices aimed at directing materials into our facilities and diverting them through waste reduction, recycling, composting, and/or similar methods. This role ensures the transfer station facilities and programs operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulations. The position requires a strong understanding of waste and recycling markets, as well as the needs of local municipalities. Key responsibilities include conducting research and data analysis, preparing and administering grants, and providing technical guidance and support to municipal partners. Some travel between facilities is required as well as a half day of work about 3 times a year on weekends. This position reports to the General Manager. Job Responsibilities: · Advance DCSWA’s mission, philosophy, and commitment to the community by embracing these values and demonstrating them in your everyday activities. · Project a positive image of DCSWA to build trust and respect among residents, municipalities, regulators, and community stakeholders. · Manage the contracts and daily operations of Authority transfer stations, ensuring efficient and compliant handling of municipal solid waste, which includes management of the daily tonnages. · Assist in the development and oversight of municipal waste agreements and act as the liaison with Delco and municipal officials to support service delivery and resolve operational issues. · Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal solid waste and recycling regulations, PaDEP Act 90 regulations, ACT 101 and Municipal Waste Management Plan requirements. · Supervise Transfer Station staff and manage vendors and contractors engaged in waste operations. · Plan, develop and administer the Transfer Station and Recycling Program budgets, goals, and objectives to ensure alignment with DCSWA’s operational procedures and strategic priorities. · Manage Delaware Authority’s Recycling drop-off locations, associated vendors and contracts. Plan, coordinate, and host Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste disposal events in the community. · Perform recycling related duties as defined by PA Act 101 and DEP regulations. Collect data, prepare, submit, and manage grants, reports, and projects by required deadlines to support municipal waste and recycling programs. Collaborate with Delco, municipalities, and commercial entities to collect and consolidate the data required by DEP reporting and to secure grants (902 & 904). · Accurately summarize, interpret, and analyze data and trends to improve waste and recycling program performance and inform policy decisions and alignment with DCSWA strategic priorities. · Assist municipal officials and staff in the development and evaluation of local waste and recycling programs, including a) preparation of waste and recycling collection contracts and implementation documents; b) understanding local impacts of national and global waste and recycling trends, and c) promotion of recycling in municipalities to increase diversion county-wide. · Work with staff and/or consultants to market information promoting recycling and generating awareness in the community through our website and activities such as the development of educational programs, providing technical assistance for businesses, schools, civic organizations, and the public. · Support a culture of safety by performing all responsibilities in accordance with DCSWA safety policies and procedures and take a proactive approach to ensure a safe working environment for employees and customers. · Performs other duties as assigned. Education, Training, Certification or Experience: · Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, business or related field, with 5+ years of experience in a similar position or related field, or a comparable combination of education and experience. · Ability to acquire and/or maintain 30-hour Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania (PROP) Certified Recycling Professional (CRP) Certification. - Valid Driver's license with a history of safe driving. Technical competencies: · Excellent public speaking, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills. · Good organization, time management, and data analysis skills. · Grant writing and/or grant management skills preferred but not required. · Strong computer skills. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Ability to learn DCSWA Rules and Regulations, Delco’s Municipal Waste Management Plan (Act 101), Zero Waste Plan, and related solid waste/recycling regulations. Behavioral Competencies: · Business Perspective: Has an understanding of the business context in which they are operating that informs planning and decision making. Specifically, understands the market; for example, is aware of what current competitors are doing. · Drive for Results: Focuses on assessing, measuring and improving performance. Shows drive and determination to meet short- and long-term goals. Specifically, strives to meet challenging goals; for example, setting ambitious, but realistic goals for performance improvement (for self and team). · Conceptual Thinking: Thinks through issues by seeing the pattern or big picture, brings facts and ideas together, and develops innovative or creative insights. Specifically, sees patterns or trends; for example, spotting recurring problems. · Approach to Thinking: Thinks through situations of varying degrees of complexity and ambiguity, in order to understand them clearly. Specifically, sees multiple relationships; for example, identifying several likely causes or consequences of a situation. · Collaborative Influence: Win the hearts and minds of others across boundary collaborations and to do the right thing, regardless of formal authority. Specifically, facilitates short-term teaming; for example, pulling together individuals to team around a problem, crisis, or opportunity. · Customer Focus: Identifies and meets the needs of internal and external customers, being continually focused on outcomes for customers. Specifically, improves service; for example, asking for customers' feedback and taking action for improvement. · Teamwork and Collaboration: Works cooperatively as part of a team and collaboratively with peers, internally and externally. Specifically, values others' input; for example, actively bringing people together around a specific problem. · Impact through Influence: Engages with others, getting buy-in to deliver results and skillfully influencing to build support. Specifically, adapts approach; for example, considering what is important to the stakeholder audience and tailors the message and the language accordingly. Physical requirements: - Able to drive up to 100 miles in a day. - Able to read, write and understand the English language. - Ability to sit at a desk up to 8 hours a day. - Ability to walk up to a half mile a day. - Able to lift up to 10 pounds. DVCSWA is an equal opportunity employer. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Life insurance • Mileage reimbursement • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • How many years of Waste Operations, Recycling (MRF) or Collections Sales experience do you have? • How much experience do you have managing a staff or contractors? • Are you comfortable with a job requiring 60% office work, 30% in meetings and 10% in the field? • Are you able to work 3 or 4 weekends a year for community recycling events? • Are you experienced and comfortable speaking in front of a small audience? Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • Waste Operations or Recycling: 5 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) Ability to Commute: • Media, PA 19063 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Media, PA 19063