Deputy Assistant Director; Exe Lev

Position Overview

Join to apply for the DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) role at the City of Houston. The Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) provides solid waste services to citizens through collection, disposal and recycling. This role leads a team of 110 workers and a 72‑vehicle fleet, overseeing an annual operating budget of $5 million and a disposal budget of $6 million to serve over 85,000 households.

Applicants must be applicable to roles at both City of Houston and SWMD. Applications are accepted from all persons interested.

Reporting

Location:

Various. Workdays &

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (subject to change).

At the direction of the Solid Waste Director, the Deputy Assistant Director will:
1) Lead, manage and direct managers and employees;
2) Train, develop and evaluate staff for succession planning;
3) Coordinate, implement and manage an annual operating budget;
4) Act as liaison to other departments, government agencies, and the private sector;
5) Respond to customer service requests;
6) Monitor and control the waste disposal stream for maximum efficiency and cost control.

Essentially a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: Seven years of progressively more complex administrative experience, with at least three years in a supervisory capacity. A Master’s degree may substitute two years of experience.

License: Valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy.

• Solid waste management operation
• Major distributed on/processing operation (logistics)
• Manufacturing operation
• Major city service provision (Public Works, Health, DON, Parks)
• Bi‑lingual candidates with major languages (Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Hindi)
• Military Operations Officers or Senior Enlisted Non‑Commissioned Officers (pending/post retirement)
• Preference to eligible veteran applicants who possess the qualifications necessary for the duties, among the most qualified candidates, and in accordance with Executive Order 1‑6.

Selection/Skills Tests:
Department may administer skills assessment test.

Safety Impact Position:
Yes. Position subject to random drug testing; a promotional position requires a drug test and assignment test.

Salary information:
Factors include qualifications and pay rates of other employees. Pay grade: 30.

Only online applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Submit applications stontx.gov.

View application status by logging into your online profile at  or call 832‑393‑0453.

Special services or accommodations: call 832‑393‑0453 (TTY 7‑1‑1). Technical support: call 855‑524‑5627.

All new and rehires must pass a pre‑employment drug test and be subject to a physical examination and verification of information.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on legally protected status or characteristics, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.