Environmental Programs & Recycling Assistant

City of Corona, CA; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corona's Utilities Department seeks a Recycling and Program Specialist to support residential and municipal recycling and waste reduction efforts. Under guidance, you'll help develop and implement programs, conduct research on trends and best practices, and prepare educational materials and grant documents that drive community awareness and engagement.

You'll provide outreach support, respond to public inquiries, conduct site visits to ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by specialized training in waste management, sustainability, environmental science, public administration, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience in recycling, waste management, or a related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing recycling programs and policies.
• Conduct research on current trends and best practices in waste management.
• Prepare educational materials and grant documents to drive awareness.
• Provide support during outreach events and respond to public inquiries.
• Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain program data and prepare regular reports.
• Aid in staff and volunteer training for sustainability initiatives.

Education

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade with specialized training in waste management or related field

One year of experience in recycling, waste management, or related field desirable

Job description

The City of Corona's Utilities Department seeks a Recycling and Program Specialist to support residential and municipal recycling and waste reduction efforts. Under guidance, you'll help develop and implement programs, conduct research on trends and best practices, and prepare educational materials and grant documents that drive community awareness and engagement.

You'll provide outreach support, respond to public inquiries, conduct site visits to ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain