Recycling Coordinator job in Hanford
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Organization: | City of Hanford | Job Category: | Other | Job Type: | Full Time | Country: | USA | State/Province: | California (CA) | City: | Hanford | Post Code: | 93230 | Salary and Benefits: | $4,407 - $5,381/month | Post Date: | 05/12/2022 |
The City of Hanford Public Works Department is seeking to fill the vacancy of Recycling Coordinator. Under general direction, this position has responsibility for planning, organizing, and implementing of City recycling and/or waste management-related programs. Oversees public outreach programs, regulatory compliance, day-to-day management and implementation of specific projects, coordination with outside agencies and organizations, and data management and reporting. Supports the Refuse Division including providing support for the City's commercial and residential recycling programs, works closely with residents and commercial businesses to help evaluate compliance requirements pursuant to local, state and federal recycling requirements, and performs other related duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an entry level single class position focused on environmental programs in the Refuse Division of the Public Works Department. Assignments are generally of moderate difficulty in scale and complexity. Although the employee may work independently in completing tasks, technical and policy direction is provided, especially while the incumbent grows into the position. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Deputy Public Works Director. Knowledge of:
Environmental issues and concerns related to solid, hazardous and recoverable waste collection and disposal.
Materials, equipment, operations and methods used in waste reduction and necessary to create successful recycling programs.
State of California laws and regulations regarding recycling requirements.
Presentation and public speaking techniques.
Effective communications and marketing techniques and strategies designed to promote community participation in environmental programs.
Report writing and record keeping methods.
Correct English usage, spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Ability to:
Develop and create brochures, flyers, social media advertisements, and other educational marketing, public relations and communications programs using a variety of computer programs.
Organize and coordinate the activities of community recycling groups through program planning and implementation.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Analyze, interpret federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to waste reduction and recycling.
Gather and analyze data and prepare clear and concise reports.
Successfully make presentations while providing information in a clear, concise, and informative manner at public meetings, or forums that may include public and private organizations, City staff, and businesses.
Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contracted in the course of work.
Work independently and effectively, and plan, coordinate, organize, and prioritize projects in order to meet a variety of deadlines.
Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Perform word processing and utilize other computer programs common to an office environment.
Work on variable shifts, or other irregular hours as assigned
Experience and Education
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
One year of administrative experience in working in an environmental conservation and protection capacity.
Education:
Associates of art degree or equivalent with classes in environmental sciences or a similar field of study. A bachelor's degree is desirable. Additional work experience may be substituted for education, at City's discretion.
License and Certificate
Possession of a valid Driver's License issued from, the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
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