Program Manager II - Solid Waste Operations Manager, Public Works

Program Manager II Solid Waste Operations Manager

The Program Manager II Solid Waste Operations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for Clark County's solid waste, recycling, and materials management programs. This position manages complex projects, contracts, and partnerships that directly support waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable materials management across the region. This position reports directly to the Solid Waste and Recycling Division Manager and works closely with the Division Manager on strategic planning, policy development, and long-term vision for the division. The incumbent plays a central role in implementing initiatives that strengthen the County's solid waste infrastructure, ensure environmental compliance, and enhance system performance and efficiency. A major focus of this position is management of the Solid Waste Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which oversees maintenance and capital projects at the privately owned three transfer stations located in Clark County as described in the Master Services Agreement (MSA). The Program Manager II develops project-specific CIP agreements, scopes, and schedules; coordinates with engineers, consultants, and contractors; and ensures that all projects are delivered safely on time, and within budget. The Program Manager II is also responsible for oversight of the County's recycling and yard debris collection contracts, as well as post-closure maintenance and environmental compliance activities at Leichner Landfill. This position requires a high level of collaboration, organization, and technical understandingworking across disciplines with public works engineers, project managers, design teams, operations staff, and regional partners to advance key infrastructure and operational projects. The incumbent also collaborates closely with the Solid Waste Education and Outreach Manager to ensure alignment between operational priorities, capital investments, and public education initiatives.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing solid waste, environmental, public works, or capital improvement programs, including supervisory and budgetary responsibilities.
• Demonstrated project management experience is required; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credential is preferred.

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Selection Process

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass / Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass / Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

First review of candidates will be November 24th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date with no additional notice.

Examples of Duties

Key Responsibilities :

Program and Project Leadership

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Management

Strategic Planning, Policy, and Legislative Coordination

Fiscal and Contract Management

Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership and Supervision