Community Program Coordinator (4914-56)

Socket.dev; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County is hiring a Community Program Coordinator in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports solid waste management programs, data analysis, community outreach, and administrative tasks to advance recycling and disposal strategies.

The position emphasizes program planning, stakeholder engagement, and coordination of various community projects, with opportunities for professional growth in environmental services within the county.

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

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains relationships with communities and representatives; attends meetings; develops outreach plans; manages Residential Recycling Incentive, household hazardous waste and tire amnesty programs and other community projects.
• Provides technical support, records, and documentation to communities/businesses; assists in bid specs, grants; reviews program effectiveness and updates district plan; collects data and shares information via webinars, newsletters and toolkits.
• Under general supervision help manage the container loan program; supports staff; assists with events and grants; collaborates with community groups on environmental programs.
• Attends promotional events and fielding inquiries; completes special projects; evaluates program effectiveness and prepares reports; monitors relevant publications and trends.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in science, public administration, business, education, or related environmental field

Job description

Community Program Coordinator(4914-56)

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Your Benefits of Working for Hamilton County!

• Starting Pay: $23.59 per hour
• 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.

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

Work Location and Hours

• 1701 Patricia McCollum Way -Cincinnati, Oh. 45237
• 40 Hour Work Week

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Be part of our Team! 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