Solid Waste Management Director - Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000

Wake County Government • Full-time • Raleigh, North Carolina, United States • $99.33k - $178.79k / year • 3w ago

Wake County is seeking an experienced leader to provide executive‑level direction for county‑wide Solid Waste Management Operations. The Solid Waste Management Director will work closely with municipalities, public agencies, and private partners to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable waste services for a rapidly growing community.

This role oversees daily operations across more than 20 facilities, protects public health and the environment, and drives long‑term planning for future waste‑diversion and management strategies. It’s a unique opportunity to shape innovative, high‑impact programs that support Wake County’s environmental goals.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily operations across 20+ solid waste facilities to ensure safe, high‑quality service delivery
Ensure compliance with all environmental, regulatory, and operational standards
Oversee, negotiate, and manage service agreements, engineering contracts, and vendor relationships
Develop, evaluate, and implement innovative strategies to support long‑term sustainability and waste‑diversion goals
Provide strategic guidance to staff, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Maintain strong communication and partnerships with municipalities, public agencies, private organizations, and residents
Monitor operational performance, analyze trends, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality
Support long‑range planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure future capacity and program growth

Work Locations

Primary work sites include the Waverly F. Akins Office Building, the South Wake Landfill field office, or other Wake County solid waste facilities.