Working Supervisor Sanitation

The City of Ithaca is now accepting applications for the position of Working Supervisor - Sanitation.Location: City of Ithaca, NY Department: Department of Public Works Streets and Facilities DivisionClassification: Non-CompetitiveBargaining Unit: CSEA DPW Salary: $28.09/HourPosition Description: The work involves responsibility for supervising and participating in municipal solid waste collection and disposal. The incumbent ensures that sanitation crews are assigned to collection vehicles and that the work is performed properly and safely. This position also involves extensive interaction with the general public, including educating the public regarding the rules and regulations for the placement of garbage, types of containers required, violation(s) that have occurred and how to correct violations. The incumbent also creates and maintains records and reports related to the work performed. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level public works employee with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Does related work as required.To view the complete job description, visit: Working Supervisor - Sanitation job description.Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of full-time paid experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in public works activities, such as highway construction or maintenance, parks and forestry maintenance, water or sewer main construction or maintenance, etc., at least one (1) year of which must have included work as part of a sanitation crew.Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or a valid Commercial Driver License equivalent to a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License at the time of appointment and maintenance of said license for the duration of employment.Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.Benefits: Refer to the Fringe Benefits webpage and CSEA DPW Unit collective bargaining unit. Supplemental Information: Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact the Department of Human Resources/Civil Service at (607) 274-6539 or by email to [email protected]. The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences. The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the NYS Division of Human Rights (NYS DHR) it is the policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without causing an undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (607) 274-6539 or contact us by email using [email protected] Materials Required: City of Ithaca application Copy of Class B Commercial Driver LicenseApplications will be accepted until June 24, 2026. Submit required application materials to:Web site: https://ithaca-portal.mycivilservice.comAttn: City of IthacaHuman Resources DepartmentAll applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do not accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of applications.Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!Issued: June 8, 2026