Director of Refuse Disposal

Salary : $99,000.00 Annually
Location : Savannah, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2502696
Department: Sanitation Department
Division: Refuse Disposal Division
Opening Date: 10/20/2025
Closing Date: 11/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Purpose
Are you looking for a career with purpose? An environment to enhance your leadership skills? Our Sanitation Department is looking for You, a forward-thinking leader who will partner effectively with senior stakeholders and manage and lead a strong and driven team
The Director of Refuse Disposal is responsible directing an efficient and cost-effective operation of the Refuse Disposal Division. The Department of Refuse Disposal provides solid waste processing and disposal services for City of Savannah departments, residents of the City of Savannah, and paid subscribers residing in the unincorporated areas of Chatham County.

The City of Savannah is set within a vibrant and diverse community, filled with charm and great people We are always looking for hidden gems ready to champion challenges, foster a culture of belonging, and make a difference within the communities we serve

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers' program, tuition reimbursement and more

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Essential Job Functions

• Plans, directs, and organizes the City's solid waste processing, reclamation, and disposal programs and facilities.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; handle employee concerns and problems; directs work; counsels and disciplines staff; completes employee performance evaluations; recruits, appoints, and trains staff.
• Prepares and manages the division's budget; approves purchases and payments related to Landfill operations.
• Prioritizes and schedules maintenance of landfill facilities, equipment and infrastructure.
• Designs and supervises infrastructure additions and/or improvements.
• Plans and implements programs to meet environmental standards and departmental performance standards.
• Reviews environmental and geotechnical monitoring reports prepared by consultants.
• Sets goals, objectives, strategies, and performance measures for work programs.
• Conducts field inspections to ensure quality of work performance in accordance with state environmental permit requirements and City policies/procedures.
• Prepares specifications and evaluates proposals for materials and services; negotiates contracts and agreements; manages annual contracts; directs the work of consultants.
• Serves as liaison between the City and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division on solid waste disposal programs and issues; serves on various solid waste management initiatives.
• Prepares routine and special reports on program and project achievements.
• Maintains knowledge of current solid waste management industry trends, issues, and best practices.
• Monitors legislative, judicial, and regulatory decisions for impact on solid waste disposal polices.
• Monitors landfill site depletion rates; plans development of new disposal facilities; ensures that the City has adequate and sustainable solid waste disposal capacity.
• Reviews and updates the landfill operations plans/records; storm water pollution prevention plan; environmental monitoring plan and integrated contingency plan.
• Monitors testing of water, soil, and landfill gas as needed.
• Meet with members of the news media.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or Engineering; with six (6) years of experience in solid waste, business or governmental operations, of which at least two years were in a supervisory or management position; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess' a valid driver's license.

Must possess State of Georgia EPD Landfill Operator Certification or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment.

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of the State of Georgia Solid Waste Management, Air Quality, and Groundwater Protection rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of city budgetary and purchasing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and policies.
• Knowledge of the civil and mechanical engineering, hydrogeology, chemistry, solid mechanics, biology, erosion and sedimentation control, and surveying.
• Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the resolution of conflicts.
• Skill in management and supervision.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM STANDARDS:
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Senior Director, Solid Waste assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The work is reviewed through conferences, reports, audits, and observation of department activities.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the Savannah City Code, Georgia Solid Waste Management/Air Protection rules and regulations, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit guidelines, various contractual agreements, and city policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops department guidelines.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied management duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to direct the activities of the Refuse Disposal Department. Success in this position contributes to the provision of efficient and effective services.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, elected and appointed officials, contractors, engineers, consultants, regulatory agents, vendors, business leaders, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and justify or defend matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and distinguishes between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather conditions. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has direct supervision over Landfill Manager, Solid Waste Supervisor, Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Worker - Senior, Heavy Equipment Operator, Heavy Construction Equipment Operator, Transfer Station Attendant, and Administrative Assistant.
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD
• None of the above

02

How many years of experience do you have in solid waste, business or governmental operations?

• One year or less
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five years
• Six or more years
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory or management role?

• One year or less
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five years or more
• None of the above

04

Briefly describe your experience as it relates to planning, directing, and organizing solid waste processing, reclamation, disposal programs and facilities.
05

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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