Salary: $66,851.02 - $110,617.43 Annually
Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24EE897FM460
Department: Environment and Energy
Division: Recycling
Opening Date: 12/18/2024
Closing Date: 12/27/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description The Environment and Energy Department is seeking a Waste Reduction and Recycling Supervisor to supervise Waste Reduction and Recycling programs. Waste Reduction and Recycling programs have been grouped into the following areas: commercial, residential, and materials management.
This position is eligible to receive an additional cash merit of up to $5530.87 that can be earned annually based on performance.
Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the 625 Building in downtown Minneapolis at 625 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415 and remote as job duties require. Work hours are Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and may require some Saturdays hours between 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
About this position type:This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a current of the Environment and Energy department to apply for this position. Limited duration employees not eligible.
This position is internally classified as a Supervising Environmentalist. Click to view the job classification specification.
In this position, you will: - Provide work direction and supervise 5-6 employees.
- Contribute to the development of an annual budget of $14M. Manage complex waste reduction and recycling programs related to businesses, schools, municipalities, residents, specific material types, and county operations.
- Represent the county at meetings with residents and various stakeholders.
- Develop policies and plans for management review.
- Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.
Need to have: Bachelor's degree or higher in physical or natural sciences, environmental health, industrial hygiene, public health, engineering, public, business administration or a closely related field
and four or more years of experience in environmental or environmental health related programs.
Nice to have:- Three years or more of waste reduction and recycling experience.
- Two years or more of past supervisory experience.
- Experience leading teams, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and motivating others to achieve results.
- Experience or education around addressing racial equity, gender equity, LGBTQIA equity, neurodiversity equity, differing ability equity.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience building positive working relationships, resolving conflicts, and fostering collaboration.
- Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work and interactions.
- We are seeking individuals who actively contribute to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
- Applicants should have experience implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives or a strong desire to learn and engage in these efforts.
- Candidates are expected to engage in ongoing professional development related to DEI.
- Ability to:
- Develop policies, plans, and budgets.
- Manage complex waste reduction and recycling programs.
About the department:Hennepin County's Environment and Energy department mission is to preserve and enhance Hennepin County's environment for future generations through the responsible management of wastes and natural resources and the promotion of environmental stewardship.
About Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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If you have any questions, please contact:Fahad Mansoor
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Why work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:
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If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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Are you a current
regular or probationary employee of the Hennepin County Environment and Energy Department? Note: Limited duration employees not eligible
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This is a hybrid position and will be performed both on-site at the 625 Building in downtown Minneapolis at 625 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415 and remote as job duties require. Work hours are Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and may require some Saturdays hours between 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Are you willing and able to meet the requirements?
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In which of the following fields do you have a bachelor's degree or higher? Check all that apply.
- Business administration
- Engineering
- Environmental health
- Industrial hygiene
- Physical or natural sciences
- Public administration
- Public health
- Another related field
- None of the above
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Describe your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s)/certification(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have in environmental or environmental health related programs?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
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Describe your experience in environmental or environmental health related programs, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of waste reduction and recycling experience do you have?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
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Describe your waste reduction and recycling experience, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
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Describe your past supervisory experience, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience leading teams, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and motivating others to achieve results?
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Describe your experience leading teams, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and motivating others to achieve results, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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If you are a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and are applying for your first promotion after securing public employment, you are eligible to have five points added to your competitive promotional examination rating. Are you a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran that would like to use your one time, five-point preference?
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