Environmental Programs & Waste Management Coordinator

City of Chicopee; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 59,758 - 78,229; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chicopee is seeking an Environmental Programs Coordinator in the DPW - Administration to oversee municipal waste management programs, hazardous waste collection, and compliance with DEP/EPA rules. This professional role requires coordinating with City departments and supervising program operations.

You will implement and monitor recycling, solid waste, and hazardous waste initiatives, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective program delivery across municipal properties and

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Class D Driver's License is required.
• UST Class A/B Operator's Certificate (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire) is required.
• 40-hour Hazwoper Certification (or ability to obtain certification within one (1) year of hire) is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences (or closely related discipline) is required.
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory and technical experience related to integrated waste management and related environmental issues; municipal experience.
• Desirable: Associate Degree in Environmental Science and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in municipal waste management may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, expand, operate, and manage the City's integrated Waste Management Programs for residential, multifamily, municipal, and commercial properties.
• Work with sanitation/recycling staff to ensure program compliance.
• Coordinate with School Department on solid waste and recycling programs as needed.
• Monitor and expand recycling rates and tonnage across programs.
• Oversee textile recovery and recycling programs.
• Oversee DPW Recycling Drop-off Center and e-permit registration system; monitor coverage as needed.
• Oversee curbside bulk waste collection program and e-permit system.
• Coordinate and expand household hazardous waste collection program.
• Direct on-site collection of waste oil used to augment heating requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DEP regulations and municipal environmental bylaws.
• Maintain compliance with environmental statutes and regulations; conduct enforcement as needed.
• Inventory hazardous waste procedures and disposal actions for DPW and City departments.
• Act as liaison between DPW and other City departments on environmental issues.
• Oversee fuel management operations and fuel usage tracking for city employees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences

Massachusetts Class D Driver's License

UST Class A/B Operator's Certificate

40-hour Hazwoper Certification

Job description

The City of Chicopee is seeking an Environmental Programs Coordinator in the DPW - Administration to oversee municipal waste management programs, hazardous waste collection, and compliance with DEP/EPA rules. This professional role requires coordinating with City departments and supervising program operations.

You will implement and monitor recycling, solid waste, and hazardous waste initiatives, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective program delivery across municipal properties and