<p>About Us</p> <p>Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.</p> <p>The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.</p> <p>Apply On Or Before</p> <p>Apply on or before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026.</p> <p>Department Name</p> <p>Community Beautification & Waste Management</p> <p>Job Specifications</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee is looking for a Solid Waste Operations Supervisor to help keep our community clean, safe, and running efficiently. In this role, you'll oversee daily refuse collection and disposal operations, ensuring high-quality service for both residential and commercial customers. This is a dynamic position where responsibilities may shift across service areas based on operational needs</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Supervise and support field crews responsible for residential and commercial solid waste and recycling services </li><li>Assign daily work schedules and monitor field performance of drivers, crews, and front-line employees </li><li>Ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule </li><li>Assist in resolving service inquiries and customer complaints in a timely and professional manner </li><li>Support the maintenance of customer account information for residential and commercial billing </li><li>Assist in developing and implementing employee performance standards, productivity systems, and customer service expectations </li><li>Plan and supervise service delivery for special events </li><li>Review plans from developers and businesses to ensure proper placement of solid waste and recycling containers </li><li>Monitor vehicle performance and recommend improvements, replacements, or additions to the fleet </li><li>Adapt to changing priorities and provide leadership across multiple service areas </li></ul> <p>What We're Looking For</p> <ul> <li>Proven leadership or supervisory experience (preferably in operations, logistics, or public works) </li><li>Strong organizational and problem-solving skills </li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment </li><li>Commitment to safety and operational excellence </li><li>Effective communication and team leadership abilities </li></ul> <p>For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to Supervisor-Solid Waste Collection.</p> <p>Minimum Training & Experience</p> <p>Possession of a bachelor's degree and one year of supervisory experience;</p> <p>or</p> <p>Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and seven years of experience that includes solid waste collection activities, courier services, transportation, schedule making, dispatching, or a related administrative area. (Two years of the required experience must have been in a supervisory capacity in a customer-based industry such as solid waste, recycling, or disposal operations in a public or private environment.)</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$25.1538 to $68.2567/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $45.5881/hour.</p> <p>Driver's License Requirements</p> <p>Must possess the appropriate valid State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of appointment.</p> <p>Benefits Information</p> <p>For details on benefits available to eligible City employees, visit the City's interactive benefits tool ALEX or review the City's Benefits Summary.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.</p> <p>If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer:</p> <p>The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference:</p> <p>Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.</p> <p>Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:</p> <p>If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.</p> <p>Apply for Job</p> <ul> <li> <p>Careers</p> </li><li> <p>Sign In</p> </li><li> <p>New User</p> </li></ul>