Vice President - Recycling Operations at Metro Waste Authority

Grimes, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Oversight, Operational Excellence, Safety Compliance, Financial Analysis, Budget Management, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Environmental Stewardship, Team Management, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Technology Monitoring, Waste Minimization, Innovation, Critical Thinking

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description Position Summary The Vice President of Recycling Operations provides strategic operational oversight, direction and coordination to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the Material Recovery Facility (MRF), Metro Hazardous Waste Drop-off, Recycling Operations at Metro Park East, which includes Construction Demolition and Appliance De-manufacturing. The Recycling Administrator ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and safety programs while effectively managing to improve performance and productivity by ensuring the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence are met. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Responsible for the overall safety of Recycling Operations and staff, ensuring compliance with all safe work practices, policies and procedures, and always acting in a safe manner. Plans, organizes, and directs the recycling operations at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF), Metro Hazardous Waste Drop-off, Recycling Operations at Metro Park East, including Construction Demolition and Appliance De-manufacturing Facility. Works with staff to prepare and monitor the annual operating budget and capital plan for all facilities, listed above. Sets the strategy associated with major capital projects, overseeing all components of construction development and coordinates with consulting engineer on all bids, specifications, and adjustments to final design. Responsible for the achievement of short term and long term financial and operational objectives through a focus on efficiency and expense reduction. Performs short- and long-term financial analysis as part of the facility’s strategic plan. Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and reacting to information on productivity, expenses, price, and volume/cost to manage the operations and predict and correct trends. Ensure organizational policies and government regulations are followed by maintaining standard operating procedures, keeping current with mandated regulations, and auditing contractors for program compliance. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with external stakeholders. Provides effective and professional leadership and direction, promotes positive employee morale and drives change throughout the organization. Work closely with onsite team to ensure they have full understanding of program requirements, while planning and coordinating resources needed from operational divisions. Promotes waste minimization, environmental protection, and environmental health across the service area. Explores and implements best practices, including regulatory compliance, associated with on-site management of recyclable material Collaborates in new business opportunities including RFP oversight, acquisition due diligence, and integration. Maintains knowledge of the latest technological developments and provides subject matter expertise in these areas. Monitors industry trends, new equipment and technology, and market research and drives appropriate initiatives when research supports a new program. Provides leadership and support to Managers and operational staff. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes, and increase efficiency. Environmental Stewardship – Demonstrates an understanding of Metro Waste Authority’s Environmental Management System (EMS). Guided by the EMS processes and procedures, we focus on six main areas aimed at increasing diversion and/or protecting the environment. These include: Recycling Household Hazardous Waste Collection Organics Management Water Quality Improvement Greenhouse Gas Reduction Environmental Education MWA Values - Demonstrates an understanding of Metro Waste Authority’s values and applies them to the position, and assigned responsibilities, as well as to all interactions with customers and co-workers. Leadership – Set the example because everyone is a leader! Integrity – Always do what is right! Positivity – Bring our best to every task, every day and bring out the best in your colleagues! Teamwork – Collaborate because we know that together we will address opportunities and challenges! Innovation – Forge a new path and evolve! Competencies Accepting Responsibility - Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development; openly discusses his/her actions and their consequences both good and bad Assembling Talent - Actively works to recruit, hire, and retain high performers; constantly looking for talent to add to the organization; creates a challenging and rewarding work environment; has a reputation as a great person to work with. Critical Thinking - Skilled at finding logical flaws in arguments and plans; identifies problems and solutions that others might miss; provides detailed insight and constructive criticism into problems and complex situations Driving Continuous Improvement - Establishes methods to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes; utilizes specialized techniques for continuous improvement (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management) Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions - Bases decisions on a systematic review of relevant facts and information; avoids making assumptions or rushing to judgment; provides clear rationale for decisions. Managing Performance - Clearly defines and communicates roles and responsibilities; holds people accountable for accomplishing objectives; recognizes and rewards people who achieve results and deliver on performance expectations; provides effective feedback on performance Thinking Broadly- Considers long-term consequences and implications associated with actions or events; sees relationships between diverse systems, organizations, or environments; considers problems from a range of viewpoints. Safety - Demonstrates “Safety First” in every activity; reports hazards and incidents promptly; fosters a culture of Safety, Service, Schedule with team interactions. Travel This position requires frequent travel in and around the Des Moines metro area to support other Metro Waste Authority facilities. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Bachelor’s degree in business administration or environmental science, or related field 10 years of job-related experience in the management of solid waste and/or recycling programs. 5-7 years’ experience managing people. Valid driver’s license Preferred Education & Experience Master’s degree in environmental science, Public Administration, or related field. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Work Environment Work is generally in a climate-controlled environment. However, this job operates at the landfill, compost center, and transfer station locations. These locations are subject to potential hazards, including odor, dust, moving machinery, and extreme temperatures. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Recycling Operations oversees the safe and efficient operations of various recycling facilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational excellence. This role involves strategic planning, budget management, and leadership to improve performance and productivity.