Class Code: X7382
SOLID WASTE COMPLIANCE ASSISTANT
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs
limited technical and administrative work in the Contract Compliance section of
the Recycling and Contract Administration Division.
TASKS:
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Inspects lots and swales for trash and
horticultural material to be removed per Code Enforcement violations and makes
estimates of tonnage to be removed, equipment necessary and associated cost;
monitors contractor to ensure that work is completed according to agreement.
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Monitors unincorporated Broward County
Garbage/Trash/Recycling contracts for compliance by franchise haulers.
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Investigates and documents complaints
received from residents and other agencies; mediates and resolves problems
arising from disputes between haulers and residents.
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Provides staff assistance to an
administrative superior in specially assigned areas of operations.
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Instructs residents on procedures for
collection of bulk trash/garbage/recyclables.
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Gives presentations to homeowners, civic
associations and schools regarding programs and services offered, policies and
procedures for the collection of solid waste and recyclables and of special
waste depots.
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Participates in various programs, such as
Adopt-a-Street, Community Cleanup, Waterway Cleanup and related public
education campaigns.
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Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS – REQUIRED AT TIME OF
HIRE: (Applicants are expected to possess the required Knowledge’s, Abilities,
and/or Skills listed below prior to being hired for positions in this job
title.)
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Knowledge of the standard terminology,
techniques and practices of contract compliance.
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Ability to make moderately complex
mathematical computations accurately.
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Ability to interpret
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Ability to engage in field work for
extended periods and occasionally under adverse weather conditions as
necessitated by work assignments.
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Ability to communicate effectively both
orally and in writing.
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Ability to operate a personal computer.
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Ability to read maps.
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Ability to serve the public and fellow
employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit
of
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed
officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds,
regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual
orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS – NOT REQUIRED AT
TIME OF HIRE BUT EXPECTED TO BE DEVELOPED ON THE JOB: (The following Knowledges,
Abilities, and/or Skills listed below, although considered to be necessary in
order to perform the work of this job title, are not required at time of hire.)
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Knowledge of
REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation
from high school, including or supplemented by course work in planning or
engineering; two (2) years experience in the solid waste recycling field
including customer service or public relations work; or any equivalent
combination of relevant training and experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid Florida Driver's
License.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Bargaining Unit: Government Supervisor’s Association
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Class Spec: Established: 12/1995 Revised:
07/2004