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Updated 091907 <br />~a <br />• Assists in the development of Transfer Station. <br />• Performs other related duties as assigned. <br />KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: <br />• Maintains a knowledge of current best management practices relating to waste handling; <br />develops proposals to improve landfilUtransfer station operations as appropriate. <br />• Knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to landfill operations. <br />• Knowledge of applicable safety rules and regulations. <br />• Knowledge of techniques used in best management practices of construction at landfill <br />sites. <br />• General computer knowledge relating to word processing and financial management. <br />• Skill in supervision. <br />• Slcill in operating equipment used in landfill operations. <br />• Slcill in oral communication. <br />SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Solid Waste Operation Manager assigns work in terms of <br />very general instructions requiring the use of judgment. The work is reviewed for compliance <br />with established procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results. <br />GUIDELINES: Guidelines include state and federal waste disposal regulations and guidelines, <br />county and department policies and procedures, and safety rules and regulations. These rules <br />and guidelines require judgment, and responsibilities in application. <br />COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related duties in supervising the daily operations of the <br />county landfilUtransfer station. The variety of tasks, including equipment problems contributes <br />to the complexity of the work. <br />SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to supervise the daily operation of the <br />county landfill/transfer station. Successful performance helps ensure a safe and environmentally <br />sound landfill/transfer station. <br />PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county employees, <br />municipal employees, state regulatory officials, contractors, and the general public. <br />