Examination Date
Week of March 2 2026
Civil Service Board Office
371 West Second Street Lower Level
Dayton Ohio 45402
*Certified candidates will be sent an email containing specific exam details at a later date.
In addition to the computerized Civil Service exam an oral interview component will also be conducted. Specific instructions about the oral interview will be given at a later date. All candidates MUST complete both segments to be considered for placement on the eligible list.
Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily waste collection recycling and bulk collection operations utilizing automated and semi-automated vehicles across assigned service areas overseeing up to 25 direct reports. The incumbent monitors work quality and productivity through regular field presence and directly engaging with assigned crews throughout the workday. Responsible for responding to investigating and resolving citizen service complaints in a timely and professional manner. Manages employee attendance sick leave and injury leave including providing counseling or recommending disciplinary action when abuse is identified and ensures accurate timekeeping and leave entry in the UKG timekeeping system. The incumbent promotes and enforces safety policies and procedures including the proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to on-the-job safety practices and conducts safety meetings and training to reinforce these requirements. Investigates vehicle accidents employee injuries and property damage claims; documents findings; determines potential negligence; and makes appropriate recommendations. Incumbent may also participate in special projects and initiatives including citywide and neighborhood cleanup efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduation from high school (or G.E.D.).An Associates degree is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Must meet one of the following levels of experience listed below:
1. Three years of experience asan Equipment Operator II assigned to the Division of Waste Collection with the City of Dayton; OR
2. A total of five years of experience in any combination with the City of Dayton as anEquipment Operator II Waste Collector or Municipal Worker assigned to the Division of Waste Collection; OR
3. Five years of experience as a supervisor inwaste collection operations at a private or public entity.
Degree must be from a college or university that is accredited by the U.S. Department of Education through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission or equivalent region.
License Requirements
At time of appointment must possess and maintain as a term and condition of continued employment a valid Ohio Class ACommercial Drivers License (C.D.L.) including the qualification to operate a vehicle with air brakes and any other endorsements required by the State of Ohio. Out of state residents must have equivalent licenses from their state of residence.
Promotional Qualifications
Must be a full-time permanent employee in a pay grade below S12 including pay grades 125 (Wage) or below 29 (Clerical) or below or equivalent. Identical scores will be broken by (1) seniority and (2) random selection method.
Open Competitive Applicants
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a job-related medical examination and providing documentary evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity. Identical scores will be broken by a random selection method.
Notes
Examination dates and times are subject to change. Calculators will be provided for the Civil Service examination. Applicants appearing on the Promotional eligible list shall be considered for appointment prior to those on the Open Competitive list.
Applicants are responsible for providing all necessary employment dates experience training or any other requirements as stated in the Exam Announcement in order for their application to be considered for certification and admittance to the examination process.
Background Check
A background investigation is required prior to employment. All candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position including current city employees seeking transfer promotion demotion etc. into a classified position.
Drug and Nicotine Testing
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a drug screen. Applicants offered employment with the City will be required to pass a nicotine screening. Newly hired employees must remain tobacco and nicotine free as a condition of continued employment. The Tobacco and Nicotine Free Hiring Policy does not apply to current City employees.