Environmental Planner III - Waste & Recycling Specialist

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George’s County Government is seeking an Environmental Planner III in the Sustainable Waste Management Division, based at 9200 Basil Ct., Largo, MD. The role focuses on developing environmental plans and programs for solid waste management to support recycling and diversion goals.

The incumbent will help expand recycling and composting across schools, multifamily properties, nonprofits, and businesses, while maintaining critical reports and supporting contract management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, public administration, economics, business administration, political science, environmental science, public health or related field.
• At least two years of professional planning/program development experience in environmental planning.
• Valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participates in developing policies for recycling, composting and source reduction programs.
• Maintains reports on recycling, composting and waste diversion efforts.
• Assists with educational materials on recycling and provides technical assistance to the commercial sector.
• Represents the Division at meetings to advance County policies on waste recycling and composting.

Skills

2+ years planning experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, public administration, economics, business administration, political science, environmental science, public health or related field

Job description

Prince George’s County Government is seeking an Environmental Planner III in the Sustainable Waste Management Division, based at 9200 Basil Ct., Largo, MD. The role focuses on developing environmental plans and programs for solid waste management to support recycling and diversion goals.

The incumbent will help expand recycling and composting across schools, multifamily properties, nonprofits, and businesses, while maintaining critical reports and supporting contract management and compliance.