General Manager

General Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

The Monterey County area, with its moderate, Mediterranean climate, is a diverse community set in a picturesque location. The City of Salinas, with a population of over 150,000, is the County Seat and home to Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority. Salinas is known as the ‘Salad Bowl of the World’ and has an economy supported by agricultural production, the floral industry, viniculture, and more than 100 manufacturing entities.

About the Authority

Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority was created on January 1, 1997 as a joint powers authority responsible for solid waste facilities and disposal services for the eastern portion of Monterey County, including the Salinas Valley corridor. The Authority serves the cities of Salinas, Gonzales, King City, Greenfield, Soledad, and adjoining unincorporated areas within Monterey County. The General Manager is supported by two legal advisors : a General Counsel and an advisor specializing in employment law. The Authority staff currently consists of 67 employees and is organized into four divisions : Operations, Diversion Services, Administration and Finance, and Engineering and Environmental Compliance.

Position Overview

The Authority is seeking a General Manager who is a team-oriented, capable manager and talented leader. The selected candidate should be an experienced manager and effective communicator who keeps staff informed and provides the Board with balanced, professional assessments and reporting. A strong understanding of the solid waste business, financing, environmental regulations, and recycling is essential. The salary for the current General Manager is $257,000; the salary for the incoming General Manager is negotiable and dependent upon qualifications. The Authority also offers an attractive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and management for the Authority and its four divisions : operations, diversion services, administration and finance, and engineering and environmental compliance.
• Ensure effective communication with staff and the Board by providing balanced, professional assessments and reporting.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and compliance with environmental regulations related to solid waste management and recycling.
• Foster a collaborative team culture and contribute to organizational continuity and performance.

Qualifications and Experience

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