Recovery and Transfer Center Supervisor

Job Description:

Recovery and Transfer Center Supervisor

Description

Position Description

The City of Tacoma, Environment and Public Works (EPW) Department , Solid Waste Management Branch, is seeking a skilled supervisor to join our collaborative team providing an exceptional customer experience at the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center (RTC). RTC Supervisors will, under the direction of an Environmental Services Assistant Division Manager, oversee and direct solid waste and household hazardous waste processing, transfer, disposal and recycling activities at the Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center. This position will supervise, evaluate, assign, schedule and direct the work of assigned personnel; oversee the maintenance and security of assigned facility areas, buildings, and equipment; plan and coordinate operational projects and assignments; provide asset management for a large operational campus; develop and manage contracts and working relationships with vendors to provide critical operational services; lead assigned operational areas with fiscal responsibility; and prepare a variety of records and reports. This position will also coordinate with and assist other agencies, departments or Environmental Services staff to ensure our operations and facilities are in compliance with regulatory permits.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering verbal and written communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Directs Work: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Safety: Supports safety as a core value in all work performed by the organization.

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to:
Graduation from high school and three years’ increasingly responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of a recycling and/or solid waste processing facility including two years’ experience providing work direction to others.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:
A Washington driver’s license is required at the time of application, or evidence of equivalent mobility, with maintenance thereafter.

Knowledge & Skills

KNOWLEDGE:

• Principles, practices and equipment used in processing, recycling, transfer and disposal of solid waste and household hazardous waste, solid waste management environmental systems and environmental programs.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, such as WAC 173-303 (Dangerous Waste), WAC 173-351 (Solid Waste), and water quality regulations.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemicals, chemical incompatibility, and protection factors required for handling chemicals.
• Knowledge of City policies regarding personnel, work schedule and leave, EEO and legal, and risk management and safety.
• Applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Methods, equipment and materials used in building repair and modification.
• Computerized information system/record-keeping techniques.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Organization, operations, policies and objectives of the Solid Waste Management Division.

SKILLS:

• Read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, plans, policies and procedures.
• Oversee and direct daily activities of solid waste and household hazardous waste transfer, disposal and recycling operations to assure compliance with applicable regulations and ordinances.
• Management and supervisory skills, including planning, organizing, scheduling, establishing work priorities and working on multiple projects in a fast paced and diverse work environment.
• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel; assign and review the work of others.
• Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program for facilities and equipment.
• Analyze situations and systems accurately and adopt an effective course of action to resolve problems.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Motivate and lead employees towards accomplishments by exemplifying honesty, integrity, good work ethics, and positive attitude.
• Proficient in using various software, primarily word processing, spreadsheets, and database management software.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Work from penciled layouts or plans.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Work independently with little direction.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Application Process

Interested individual should complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applicants who are eligible for veterans scoring criteria (Veterans Preference) MUST attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4 (proof of military discharge form) at time of application to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points.

Examination Process:
This is a competitive selection process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their job application and response to Supplemental Question # 6-10 reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the Experience and Training Test. It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training. Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers, including your roles in the position and key activities.

Candidates who pass the test will be placed on an Eligible List for potential interview and hiring consideration.

Any vacancy that comes up within a one-year period of time will draw from candidates on the Eligible List for potential interview selection.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the Neogov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $52.00 - $63.21

Annual Salary: $108,160.00 - $131,476.80

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 6/29/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$52.00 - $63.21 Hourly