Diversion and Transfer Station Manager

Job Description:

Diversion and Transfer Station Manager

Description

Overview

Larimer County is seeking a confident leader with industry experience and a strong foundation in solid waste operations and regulatory compliance to be the Solid Waste Diversion and Transfer Station Manager!

You will oversee the daily operations at the transfer station to ensure efficient waste management, safe operations, and regulatory compliance. You will also manage budgets, administrative functions, and customer service delivery while leading programs for construction and demolition (C&D) diversion, green waste processing, and recycling initiatives, and ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including DOT records for CDL drivers.

This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions for our community. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and can balance big-picture planning with operational needs, we want to hear from you.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility to work additional hours as needed to oversee operations at the Transfer Station Facility.

Please upload a resume and cover letter addressed to Duane Penney, Solid Waste Director.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Exercising direct supervision over technical, professional, and administrative staff.
  
• Overseeing waste flow management, monitors, and enforces proper disposal and recycling procedures.
  
• Managing the construction and demolition (C&D) diversion programs.
  
• Overseeing green waste and organics processing, ensuring proper handling, grinding, and preparation of materials for the future compost facility.
  
• Monitoring and enforces compliance with recycling regulations and optimizes processes.
  
• Preparing and manages budget, including cost control and resource allocation.
  
• Managing DOT compliance requirements, including driver qualification files, hours-of-service logs, vehicle inspections, and regulatory audits.
  
• Coordinating with disposal facilities, makes adjustments in hauling operations to accommodate closure.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Diversion_and_Transfer_Station_Manager.

What we're looking for:

• Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Leadership methods and management skills.
• Supervisory principles, procedures, and methods, including selection, training, discipline, and evaluation.
• Communication and problem-solving skills.
• Heavy equipment and vehicle operations.
• Budget management and contracting processes.
• Federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to solid waste.
• OSHA, environmental, and DOT compliance regulations.
• Analyze complex problems and identify, define, and develop solutions and alternatives.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Five (5) years of solid waste experience, including operation of state permitted solid waste transfer facility.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience required.
• Two (2) years of experience with construction and demolition diversion, recycling operations, and green waste processing preferred.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 11/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$41.40 - $57.95 Hourly