Sustainability & Compliance Manager

*TOWN OF BRANFORD* *SUSTAINABILITY & COMPLIANCE MANAGER* *Position Summary/Purpose:* Join the Town of Branford's leadership team and develop and manage our Town's sustainability and compliance efforts to administer, enforce, and address natural resource and energy conservation needs of our municipal infrastructure and facilities, and ensure the Town is in compliance with federal, state and local sustainability requirements.
This position will work with, First Selectman, Town Commissions and Authorities and Town staff to plan, lead, coordinate, and oversee the environmental and energy sustainability programs for the Town of Branford.
Utilizing a consultative and collaborative team process along with public outreach, he/she will guide and assist the incorporation of sustainability principals, programs, and practices in municipal operations.
In summary, this position will manage and administer environmental compliance and sustainability methods, with focus on municipal solid waste management including Food Waste Composting Programs, Natural Climate Solutions, maintaining recycling program execution, transfer station program permits and compliance, including town-wide storm water permit compliance, and post-closure compliance of the former Town landfill.
This position is required to exercise judgment in administering and enforcing the department regulations and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction.
*Essential Job Functions:* _(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
)_ * Develops, coordinates, implements, enforces, and maintains sustainability initiatives and programs for municipal facilities and infrastructure, schools, residential, commercial and industrial areas.
Gathers and measures data regarding environmental and economic progress on the effectiveness of environmental and sustainability programs and permits for the Town.
* Oversees sustainability programs at various Town Facilities including the transfer station, recycling center, compost site, and landfill.
Coordinates programs and facilities with related departments.
Maintains familiarity with all applicable permits and regulations.
Oversees the registering of commercial solid waste haulers and incidental commercial users of Town solid waste facilities.
* If requested, prepares for review and approvals, an manages annual operating budget and capital budget, as needed * Researches, writes, and administers grants concerning solid waste, natural resources, energy conservation, and Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) programs.
* Is the municipalities’ information knowledge expert on Connecticut Green Bank offerings which assists DEEP in administering the programs for Branford.
Researches and affirms appropriate energy programs for the Town of Branford, its residents and commercial properties as needed.
* Engages the use of volunteers, part time seasonal staff or non-profit agencies, as needed * Provides sustainability information through public appearances, interviews, school presentations, letters, brochures, flyers, press releases, the Town’s website and other electronic means as required by federal, state, and local permits.
* Writes and reviews bid specifications and contracts for solid waste, natural resources, energy conservation and Municipal and Separate Storm Sewer System programs or other contracts or specifications as needed.
Negotiates and acts as contract administrator for all operations, collection, hauling, and disposal contracts concerning solid waste, including recycling and composting.
Markets materials as appropriate.
* Builds and maintains a working relationship with the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and other natural resources governmental agencies through communications with staff and familiarity with regulatory processes.
* Formulates and assists in updating Town ordinances pertaining to solid waste and policies related to operations, MS4 required updates, and other policies and ordinances related to sustainability.
* Manages the closure plan for the Town landfill.
* Prepares reports reflecting status and impact of recycling and other solid waste programs.
* Develops and oversees educational and public relations programs to encourage sound implementation of the solid waste hierarchy: waste reduction, reuse and recycling including composting, waste-to-energy and land filling.
* Inspects garbage and recyclables and writes enforcement letters.
* May serve as Alternate to the Bristol Resource Recovery Facility Operating Committee; may serve as Town Representative on the Parks & Open Space Authority, Conservation/Environmental Commission, and Municipal Planning Committee of HazWaste Central; may serve as Town Representative to regional entities as needed.
May act as Town liaison to the Branford Litter Committee and other municipal committees as directed.
* Attends Solid Waste Management Commission meetings and other relevant Board/Commissions as assigned.
Is required to attend evening meetings.
* Responds to citizen complaints and concerns on matters under the provision of this position regarding sustainability initiatives.
* Submits oral and written reports to Town officials and state agencies regarding the Town’s performance and progress in meeting sustainability programs, permits, and objectives.
* Appears before Town Boards and Commissions as required.
* Supervises staff as assigned.
*Other Functions*: · Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
· Continue professional development; keeping current with trends.
· Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort to serve the public.
· All other duties as assigned *Supervision:* _Supervision Scope: _Performs varied and responsible technical, administrative, management and supervisory responsibilities requiring a strong knowledge of solid waste regulations and environmental and natural resource regulations and state statutes.
Position involves various contract management responsibilities, and a substantial exercise of judgment and initiative to effectively and efficiently accomplish implementation of sustainability programs and effectively assigning and delegating work to staff, if needed.
_Supervision Received:_ Works under the direction of the Director of Public Works or as assigned by the First Selectman and works with, the Solid Waste Management Commission, the Parks & Open Space Authority and other Commissions and Committees as assigned.
_Supervision Given: _Supervises Full time staff, Part Time Seasonal, Volunteers and other staff as assigned.
Recommends revisions/updates to staff job descriptions, assigns tasks, provides instructions as needed, monitors’ performance and enforces Town and Departmental Rules and Requirements.
*Minimum Required Qualifications:* Education, Training and Experience: The qualifications required would generally be acquired with a minimum College Degree in environmental science or a related field and more than 3 years of related operations and management in solid waste or natural resources work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, work experience and training.
Knowledge and experience in project management work is required.
Special Requirements: Must have and maintain: Valid CT Driver’s License, Connecticut DEEP Transfer Station and Landfill Operator’s License and a Connecticut Public Weigher License, or receive within one year from date of hire.
CDL not required but preferred.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill: _Knowledge:_ Knowledge of the principles and practices, concepts, laws governing solid waste management, recycling, and landfills; knowledge of local ordinances and regulations and State Statutes relating to sustainability including solid waste management, recycling, and landfills; knowledge of computer applications appropriate for office; knowledge of recycling markets, knowledge of contracting and bidding process; knowledge of effective management practices.
_Ability:_ Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders; ability to develop and administer budgets; ability to perform technical research and analysis of sustainability programs including solid waste management issues; ability to investigate and enforce sustainability management regulations and local ordinances with firmness and tact; ability to analyze, interpret and explain sustainability regulations, laws, ordinances, reports and studies; ability to prepare, administer and negotiate contracts concerning sustainability and solid waste related matters; ability to comprehend matters related to contracts and public works facility regulations; ability to prepare and present technical and narrative reports in oral and written form; ability to resolve conflicts in an effective manner; ability to supervise staff and effectively delegate assignments; ability to multi-task and put in priority projects and assignments.
_Skill_: Strong verbal and written communication skills including public speaking; good public relations and conflict resolution skills; excellent customer service skills, effective skills for working with people and maintaining strong working relationships with co-workers and various groups; attention to detail; aptitude for working with and explaining laws and regulations to people; skill in using office equipment and various computer software programs.
*Job Environment:* The position requires operational reviews and management in all weather conditions; administrative work is performed in an active office environment; perform regular inspections of transfer station or landfill and other solid waste facilities which include active heavy machinery under all weather conditions and is exposed to mechanical equipment and vehicles; occasionally driving to inspect complaints from citizens; attendance at meetings both in Town and out of Town.
Requires the operation of a motor vehicle, cellular and other telephones, personal computers, copiers, facsimile machines, and other standard office equipment.
Makes frequent contact with Commissioners, haulers, contractors, property owners, business, public officials, engineers, vendors, media, community groups, condominium associations, Town Attorney, Town staff, Town Officials other towns, many regional and state agencies.
Communication is frequently in person, by telephone, fax, email, and in writing.
Contacts require a high level of professionalism and a high level of patience and resourcefulness to explain regulations to others.
The Town of Branford is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Women and Minorities encouraged to apply.
_The Town of Branford reserves the right to limit the number of qualified candidates who will be considered for the position.
All candidates, selected for this position must successfully pass a substance abuse test given at the Town's expense.
The Town of Branford conducts background investigations for all positions prior to hiring.
Refusal to sign the release form will terminate the candidate from further consideration.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $59,085.
04 - $73,856.
30 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan Experience level: * 2 years Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person