Deputy Solid Waste Officer II

Company: Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin Co AL
Location: Summerdale
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION Full TimeHourly Rate starting at $21.56FLSA Classification: Non-ExemptApplication Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025 Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Health Insurance begins 1st of the month following hire date.*Sick and Annual Leave *14 Paid Holidays *Competitive and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance *Retirement benefits through the Retirement Systems of Alabama *Basic Life Insurance $30,000 *Free Employee Assistance Program *Free Long Term Disability Insurance *Free AirMed Care: Ambulance (Ground and Air Coverage) *Flexible Spending Account *Deferred Compensation Plan Options *Short Term Disability Options Job Summary:The Deputy Solid Waste Officer II position is responsible for investigating complaints of illegal dumping, illegal burning, and other waste related issues in the unincorporated areas of Baldwin County. The position assists in ensuring that Baldwin County residents are participating in the mandatory solid waste collection program, adhering to Alabama State Environmental Laws and County Resolutions. This position is responsible for generating enforcement, attending Show Cause Hearings and District Court proceedings for properties found to be out of compliance. An employee in this position is frequently exposed to outside terrain and weather conditions. Essential Job Functions:Investigates and monitors illegal dumps, illegal burning, or other waste related complaints. Acts as a liaison between state and local regulatory agencies and/or departments to document and tracks specific problem areas or sites to bring about a unified resolution for all parties. Conducts on-site inspections to address complaints of illegal dumping, illegal burning, and to ensure participation in waste collection program. This will be approximately half of the workload assigned to the positionParticipates and presents cases during Show Cause Hearings. Prepares summons for District Court complaints post Show Cause Hearing under the direction of the Solid Waste Officer/Director of Compliance. Coordinates with the District Attorney's Office on pending court cases. Provides documentation to the Billing Office to sign up non-participating residents. Maintains all documents in an auditable and chronological state. Assists Director of Compliance with collections operations as needed. Responsible for the integrity of data and the confidentiality of information.Administers the systems administration functions as determined by the Director of Finance.JOB REQUIREMENTS Required Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:Ability to communicate effectively with customers. Ability to organize a heavy workload and accomplish required tasks. Ability to produce reports with report writer software (Crystal Reports).Ability to prepare effective written correspondence and effective verbal skills.Ability to keep clerical records and prepare accurate reports. Knowledge of SWDA procedures as well as general office procedures. Computer skills in various programs. Operate office machines such as a personal computer, copier, 10-key calculator, etc. Math skills to perform basic mathematical operations.Knowledge of basic accounting procedures. Reading skills to understand various documents.Knowledge of filing system. Ability to maintain various databases used for reporting. Education and Experience:Must possess a valid Driver's License.Associate degree or equivalent, in an environmental science or related field. Five (5) years' experience in local, state, and federal environmental regulations. Experience with civil and criminal investigations desired. Experience with input and maintenance of customer service and complaint tracking databases.Experience in a service orientated field with heavy customer service preferred. Special Requirements:Ability to work under stress of recurring deadlines.Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays to complete work within a specified time.Willing to travel as required and adapt to different work environments. Self-motivated and a team player.Performs all other duties as required. Physical Requirements:This position requires the employee to see well enough to read and write; hear well enough to respond to verbal communications and speak well enough to answer questions in a polite, courteous manner; Must have sufficient vision and hearing to safely navigate work sites and communicate effectively in noisy or hazardous environments.Occasionally required to stand and walk with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer with the ability to reach with hands and arms; Must be able to walk, bend, climb, move, and stand for extended periods across uneven, rough, or slippery surfaces. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of computer and keyboard, equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.Must be able to perform the duties of this position in various office settings/locations when necessary. Tasks may be performed with some exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or extreme cold, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, violence, toxic/poisonous agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. PIa5be9043477d-37820-37500156

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