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Recycling Supervisor

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Along with your completed application, please include a resume. You may also include an optional cover letter

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG194273SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Recycling Supervisor
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,000 - $52,046
Work Schedule 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, Weekends, OT, and Holidays as required
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Waste Reduction/Recycling
About the Department
The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supports the university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our diverse team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:
Essential Job Duties
The Recycling Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily operations of the recycling collections team. This role includes managing scheduled collections for bulky waste and special recycling streams, as well as responding to and scheduling customer requests for services such as event recycling bins, office cleanout carts, and more. Additionally, the Recycling Supervisor plays a key role in implementing key Waste Reduction and Recycling (WRR) programs, including the Zero Waste Workplace initiative and major campus events like student Move In and Move Out. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the university’s sustainability goals through effective recycling management and customer service.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Supervise a team of three staff members, along with 2-3 temporary employees and student interns. Provide direction, training, and performance management to ensure efficient operations.
  • Oversee daily and weekly recycling collections for various materials including electronics, pallets, shredded paper, styrofoam, and more. Evaluate the best methods for collection, storage, and transportation of materials.
  • Lead the implementation of key WRR programs such as Zero Waste Workplace and support large campus events like Move In, Move Out, and Packapalooza.
  • Analyze data from daily routes, weight tickets, and customer feedback to optimize collection routes and improve processes. Regularly assess high-volume locations to adjust schedules and service platforms.
  • Handle approximately 1,200 customer requests annually, ensuring timely and efficient responses to requests for recycling containers, office cleanout carts, bulky waste removal, and other services.
  • Collect and analyze data from route sheets, weight tickets, and other sources to advise on route efficiency, infrastructure usage, and process improvements. Use this data to compile the annual report for the NC Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ).
  • Utilize AiM software to manage and schedule work requests, workflows, and employee time. Assist staff in transitioning from the current Google-based system to AiM for work requests.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer requests, ensuring clear, concise communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions with staff, students, faculty, and external partners.
  • Plan and schedule recycling support for special projects and events across campus, collaborating with various departments and divisions as needed.
  • Provide day-to-day supervision, performance management, and training for staff. Monitor staff work performance, conduct, and equipment operation to ensure safety and effectiveness. Responsible for staff training in equipment operation, safety, and vehicle maintenance.
Other Responsibilities
  • Position serves in a mandatory role and is essential to the operations of the university. May be required to work during adverse weather conditions and work even if the university closes. Snow removal operations as directed by supervisors.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
 
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation. Up to 60 pounds occasionally.
  • Knowledge of recycling markets and best practices for collections.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience operating trucks with lift gates, box trucks, and forklifts
  • Ability to provide on the job training to operators in the areas of equipment operations, safety, inspection, maintenance, repair and policy and procedure.
  • Strong supervisory skills or experience as a crew leader, or lead.
  • Basic computer skills and experience.
Required License or Certification
  • Valid Driver’s License required.
  • Valid NC Driver’s Licence within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 10/22/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 10/28/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Along with your completed application, please include a resume. You may also include an optional cover letter
Position Details

Position Number 00050250
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title University Program Associate
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $ 35,589 - $ 64,499
Salary Grade Equivalency GN09
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Other - Grounds & Building Services
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 446501 - Grounds & Building Services - Waste Reduction/Recycling
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Radio / Television Advertisement
    • Professional Organization
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have experience operating a forklift, hand cart, hand truck, and dollies?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Are you able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodations?
    • Yes
    • No

Application Materials Required

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter