Community Program Coordinator (4914-56)

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Public Employee Retirement System

Free on-site parking

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Hamilton County is hiring for Solid Waste Community Program Coordinator or Specialist in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports waste management programs, outreach, data analysis, and administrative tasks to drive recycling and disposal initiatives.

Two levels offer growth: Coordinator with starting pay $23.59/hr and Specialist with starting pay $26.29/hr. Position is full-time, on-site, with benefits and PTO, plus retirement eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, public administration, business, education, or related environmental field.
• One (1) year’s relevant work experience.
• Or equivalent combinations of education, training, and/or experience.
• Valid Driver's License issued by the state of residency.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with communities and present outreach plans.
• Provide technical support, prepare bid specs and grants, review district plans.
• Help manage the container loan program and assist with special projects.
• Attend events, respond to public inquiries, and prepare reports on program impact.
• Ensure regular attendance and support other staff as needed.

Skills

Community outreach

Data analysis

Public speaking

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/environmental field

Job description

Position:Community Program Coordinator (4914-56)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:4914-56

# of Openings:1

Solid Waste Community Program Coordinator orSolid Waste Community Program Specialist (4914-56)

1 vacancy- based on experience

Your Benefits of Working for Hamilton County!

• Solid Waste Community Coordinator Starting Pay: $23.59 per hour
• Solid Waste Community Specialist Starting Pay: $26.29
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option Highly Competitive and
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

As the Solid Waste Program Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting the coordination and implementation of solid waste management programs and initiatives within the organization. This position provides an opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of waste management. The Solid Waste Program Coordinator assists with program planning, data analysis, community outreach, and administrative tasks to contribute to the successful implementation of waste reduction, recycling, and disposal strategies.

Summary of Job Duties:

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various communities (e.g. cities, villages, townships, etc.) or business and institutional representatives to provide technical assistance, identity needs, and develop solutions; attends related council, commissioner, business, and/or committee meetings; prepares and gives presentations. Identify, and under general supervision select target communities; work with community and with assistance develop and implement outreach plans. Manage the Residential Recycling Incentive program, community household hazardous waste programs, community tire amnesty program, and other special projects related to communities.
• Provides technical support, records, and documentation to communities and /or businesses; assists in the preparation of bid specifications, grant requests, etc.; meets with community representatives to review and evaluate the effectiveness of applicable programs and prepares revisions for the district plan as necessary. Gathers and analyzes information regarding community and residential waste reduction programs from various sources (e.g., seminars, workshops, newsletters, statistical reports, etc.); shares information with the target audience (e.g., hosts informational webinars and presentations, prepares newsletter articles, develop community toolkit).
• Under general supervision help manage the container loan program (i.e., work with the Office of Media and Engagement to advertise program, act as contact for interested organizations, make recommendations for improvement). Work collaboratively and provide support to other staff; assist with special projects and programs; Assists community groups and organizations with implementation of related environmental programs at events and public spaces; provides assistance for grant programs.
• Attends promotional events (e.g., works in display booth as necessary); answers public inquiries and necessary follow up; completes special projects as assigned. Work collaboratively and provide support to other staff; assist with special projects and programs; evaluate program effectiveness and create reports; attends promotional events (e.g., works in display booth as necessary); attends relevant meetings and seminars; monitors publications on relevant issues; other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. Other duties as assigned.

Solid Waste Community Program Coordinator Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in science, public administration, business, education, or related environmental field.
• One (1) year’s relevant work experience.
• Or equivalent combinations of education, training, and/or experience which indicates knowledge of program functional area issues and operations.
• Valid Driver's License issued by the state of residency

Solid Waste Community Program Specialist Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, public administration, business, education, or related environmental field.
• Three (3) years of experience in technical assistance, program administration, education and/or program development which indicates an advanced knowledge of solid waste management, behavior change, and program administration.
• Or equivalent combinations of education, training, and/or experience.
• A demonstrable ability to come up with sound solutions to solid waste issues and manage outreach programs.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the state of residency.

Work Location and Hours:

• 40 Hour Work Week

Deadline to Apply

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second-chance employer