The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department, Environmental Resources Division, is seeking a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the City’s MRF, Buyback Center, Antifreeze, Batteries, Oil and Paint (ABOP) facility, and related post-collection recycling activities. The ideal candidate will have strong operational, safety, leadership, and regulatory compliance experience within a recycling, solid waste, or industrial processing environment. 

• Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), including recycling processing activities, equipment operations, dispatch coordination, temporary staffing, sorting functions, and related post-collection operations.
• Lead, direct, and support a team of equipment operators, sorters, dispatch staff, temporary workers, and other operational personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations.

• Partner with the MRF Manager to implement operational strategies, performance initiatives, and process improvements that support operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and budget objectives.

• Monitor facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety, environmental, recycling, and operational regulations, including CalRecycle requirements and other applicable regulatory standards.

• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety by implementing and enforcing accident prevention programs, identifying and correcting unsafe conditions, conducting safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.

• Coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors to ensure facility equipment, rolling stock, conveyors, balers, and processing systems remain operational, properly maintained, and compliant with safety standards.

• Respond to and resolve operational issues, including equipment failures, staffing shortages, contamination concerns, service interruptions, and schedule adjustments, while maintaining effective communication with staff, management, and other stakeholders.

• Monitor productivity, staffing levels, throughput, contamination-reduction efforts, and operational performance metrics to ensure that facility goals and service standards are achieved.

• Assist with employee training, coaching, performance management, and workforce development efforts; support employee growth and succession planning within the Division.

• Prepare and maintain operational records, reports, inspections, incident documentation, and other administrative records related to facility operations and regulatory compliance.

• Participate in emergency response activities, special projects, operational planning, and other division initiatives as assigned.
  

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: 

Maintenance Crew Supervisor

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents supervise paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Specialist, Senior in that it provides direct supervision of assigned crews, staff and/or first-level supervisors.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

May vary based on service demands, staffing levels, emergencies, special events, and departmental assignments. The schedule will be determined at the City's discretion based on the Division's operational needs. This position requires working on Saturdays as part of the regular work schedule. This position may also be required to work evenings, holidays, and additional hours as necessary. Work is performed in both office and field environments. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures; ensures adherence with safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.

• Plans, oversees and reviews maintenance and operations work of assigned crews in facilities maintenance, streets maintenance, fleet services, construction project management, traffic signals, refuse/recycling/green waste collection and/or parks maintenance areas; provides support by performing advanced-level maintenance and operations work; performs inspections to review safety, work quality and scheduling.

• Serves as a technical resource and assists in the training and development of staff on equipment, safety and operational practices and procedures; responds to inquiries and addresses service concerns and issues.

• Maintains and oversees inventory of materials, tools and supplies; researches product and expense information; initiates replacement of required inventory; prepares, reviews and maintains reports, schedules, work orders, records and documentation related to assigned operational area.

• Prepares and submits budget recommendations and monitors expenditures; may identify required capital improvements and work to secure funding; may administer contracts.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:  

EDUCATION: 

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: 

• Five (5) years of  leadership experience related to recycling and post-collection activities

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: 

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment, a certification from the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA), or other related professional organization relevant to the position
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable and may be required depending on the assignment

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently one (1)  full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department, Environmental Resources Division.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date.  Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Annette Adams at annette.adams@oxnard.org.