Detroit Staffing
Refuse Collection Supervisor
Salary: $44,802.00 - $69,744.00 Annually Location: Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number: 20253618141DPWPA Department: Dept of Public Works Division: Solid Waste Management Opening Date: 12/11/2025 Closing Date: 1/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit: 9000-Non Union Description
Under general supervision, is responsible for the removal of municipal waste and snow and ice control in an assigned district of the City; assigns personnel and equipment within the district. Examples of duties include: Assigning forepersons and workers to sections of the designated district to perform cleaning of streets and alleys and refuse collection. Performing periodic inspections to ensure adherence to the assigned schedule. Receiving and investigating special complaints and following up to ensure that issues are properly addressed. Directing the removal and disposal of snow or obstructions and the salting or sanding of icy streets during or following storms. Maintaining time and production records and preparing a variety of reports. Reviewing collection yardage reports and historical records, and consulting with section forepersons in assigning workers and trucks to the various sections. Reviewing requests and preparing schedules for the collection of irregular refuse. Performing periodic reviews of collection routes and making changes as required. Instructing employees in the care and operation of equipment and suggesting improvements in work methods. Handling personnel matters such as discipline, vacation schedules, and work related disputes among employees. Investigating and reporting on accidents. Ensuring proper maintenance of equipment. Inspecting and reporting on the general condition of the assigned district. Reporting to superior on the availability, distribution, condition and adequacy of truck fleet. Acting for superior in their absence. Reassigning personnel and equipment and assuming charge of emergency relief work in unusual situations such as work stoppages, shortages of supervisory personnel and/or severe or emergency weather conditions, such as snow, ice or floods. Minimum Qualifications
High School graduation or GED. Two years experience in planning and supervising the activities of a large fleet of trucks and workers engaged in collecting and disposing of municipal waste. Evaluation Plan
Interview: 70% Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: Veteran Points: 0
15 points Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points Employment Benefits
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: Health: Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. Dental. Vision Insurance: Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. Paid Time Off: Sick Leave. Vacation. Holidays Other Leave Benefits: Funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave Retirement Benefits: City Employees Retirement System. As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. Advancement Opportunities: Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
Salary: $44,802.00 - $69,744.00 Annually Location: Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number: 20253618141DPWPA Department: Dept of Public Works Division: Solid Waste Management Opening Date: 12/11/2025 Closing Date: 1/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit: 9000-Non Union Description
Under general supervision, is responsible for the removal of municipal waste and snow and ice control in an assigned district of the City; assigns personnel and equipment within the district. Examples of duties include: Assigning forepersons and workers to sections of the designated district to perform cleaning of streets and alleys and refuse collection. Performing periodic inspections to ensure adherence to the assigned schedule. Receiving and investigating special complaints and following up to ensure that issues are properly addressed. Directing the removal and disposal of snow or obstructions and the salting or sanding of icy streets during or following storms. Maintaining time and production records and preparing a variety of reports. Reviewing collection yardage reports and historical records, and consulting with section forepersons in assigning workers and trucks to the various sections. Reviewing requests and preparing schedules for the collection of irregular refuse. Performing periodic reviews of collection routes and making changes as required. Instructing employees in the care and operation of equipment and suggesting improvements in work methods. Handling personnel matters such as discipline, vacation schedules, and work related disputes among employees. Investigating and reporting on accidents. Ensuring proper maintenance of equipment. Inspecting and reporting on the general condition of the assigned district. Reporting to superior on the availability, distribution, condition and adequacy of truck fleet. Acting for superior in their absence. Reassigning personnel and equipment and assuming charge of emergency relief work in unusual situations such as work stoppages, shortages of supervisory personnel and/or severe or emergency weather conditions, such as snow, ice or floods. Minimum Qualifications
High School graduation or GED. Two years experience in planning and supervising the activities of a large fleet of trucks and workers engaged in collecting and disposing of municipal waste. Evaluation Plan
Interview: 70% Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: Veteran Points: 0
15 points Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points Employment Benefits
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: Health: Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. Dental. Vision Insurance: Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. Paid Time Off: Sick Leave. Vacation. Holidays Other Leave Benefits: Funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave Retirement Benefits: City Employees Retirement System. As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. Advancement Opportunities: Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.