County Equity Statement
Equity in action in Santa Cruz County is a transformative process that embraces individuals of
every status, providing unwavering support, dignity, and compassion.
Through this commitment, the County ensures intentional opportunities and access, fostering
an environment where everyone can thrive and belong.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The current vacancy is within the Recycling and Solid Waste Division of Public Works.
The Recycling and Solid Waste position will serve as the Recycling and Solid Waste Services
Manager and does not require possession of a valid California Civil Engineer Professional
Engineer certificate of registration. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in
recycling and solid waste services and have the knowledge and ability to interpret complex
site development engineering projects in the context of landfill operations and capital
projects.
Candidates will demonstrate proven leadership ability, as they will supervise a team of
engineers, technical and support staff, providing technical guidance and direction. Excellent
communication skills are critical, as they will work closely with other departments, agencies,
developers and the public, ensuring projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
Experience managing budgets, preparing reports, and solving complex engineering
challenges will further enhance their ability to thrive in this role.
THE JOB
Under general direction, plan, direct, coordinate, schedule, review and evaluate the work of a
section of the Public Works Department or Planning Department; review and analyze technical
and engineering issues; and perform other duties as required. Positions in this classification
work directly for an Assistant Director and are typically responsible for managing a section in
the Public Works or Planning Departments. This classification is the first full supervisory and
management level classification in the professional and technical engineering series.
Incumbents supervise a staff of engineers, paraprofessional engineers, engineering aides,
maintenance staff and other support staff. In addition to supervising the work of staff,
incumbents perform the most difficult and complex engineering work or serve as the technical
expert in reviewing and analyzing engineering issues.
The Recycling and Solid Waste section oversees landfill and transfer station programs, the
development and implementation of annual permit compliance plan, and solid waste capital
projects, including project development and engineering design, bid procurement,
construction quality assurance, fiscal management and permitting; manages solid waste and
recycling collection, franchise agreements for incorporated areas, and landfill and transfer
station gate data and revenue collection.
