PaintCare Program Coordinator for Maryland and Washington, DC

American Coatings Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous compensation

401(k)

Vacation days

Medical and dental insurance

Reimbursement for travel expenses

Job summary

A nonprofit paint stewardship organization seeks a qualified candidate for the PaintCare Program Coordinator position in Washington, DC. This role involves overseeing operations, liaising with retailers, planning events, and engaging with the community to promote paint recycling. A robust background in product stewardship and hazardous waste management, along with self-motivation and excellent communication skills, is essential. The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $85,000 and generous benefits including 401(k) and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience with product stewardship programs.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste handling.
• Familiarity with retail operations.
• Proficiency with computers and office software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PaintCare operations in Maryland and Washington, DC.
• Establish relationships with participating retail stores.
• Set up new paint drop-off sites.
• Plan and facilitate paint collection events.
• Make presentations to stakeholders.

Skills

Self-motivation

Public speaking

Customer service

Fieldwork coordination

Knowledge of hazardous waste programs

Job description

PaintCare Program Coordinator for Maryland and Washington, DC

Summary

PaintCare seeks a qualified candidate to assist with administering the paint stewardship program in Maryland and Washington, DC. This position requires significant fieldwork to coordinate the activities of the PaintCare program.

About PaintCare

PaintCare is committed to making it easy and convenient for households, businesses, and institutions to recycle post-consumer (leftover) paint in states with paint stewardship laws. A nonprofit organization created by paint manufacturers, PaintCare establishes drop‑off locations for leftover paint, arranges recycling and proper disposal, and conducts public education. PaintCare has managed more than 80 million gallons of paint, stain, and varnish in 12 states and the District of Columbia. For additional information, visit www.paintcare.org, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram @WeRecyclePaint.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing PaintCare operations in Maryland and Washington, DC. This will require regular in‑person visits to paint retailers and reuse stores, local government household hazardous waste (HHW) programs, and other solid waste facilities, including transfer stations, landfills, and recycling centers.
• Provide excellent customer service by establishing relationships and regularly contacting participating paint retail stores, local government partners, and other program stakeholders to troubleshoot and ensure satisfaction with the PaintCare program.
• Identify potential paint drop‑off sites for recruitment. Explain how to become a PaintCare drop‑off site and evaluate suitability for partnering with PaintCare.
• Set up new paint drop‑off sites by overseeing the onboarding process, which includes contracting, providing on‑site training, and coordinating paint collection and transportation services.
• Plan and facilitate PaintCare‑hosted collection and paint giveaway events, and process large volume pick‑up requests from painting contractors, businesses, and other organizations.
• Hand‑deliver point‑of‑sale and outreach materials to potential and current drop‑off sites. Monitor the use of materials by sites; place point‑of‑sale material orders and follow up with sites to ensure delivery and use.
• Be a highly visible resource in the region for connecting the public with paint reuse and recycling opportunities. This may include participating in community events such as Earth Day.
• Make presentations to small and large groups (e.g., home shows, conferences, trade associations).
• Attend local, state, and national stakeholder meetings and conferences.
• Provide local knowledge and insight to our internal communications team to improve regional community engagement initiatives.
• Maintain a computer database of drop‑off site information and generate reports as needed.
• Review and approve invoices for paint collection supplies, transportation, and processing services.
• Report to the Director of Eastern States.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with and/or knowledge of product stewardship programs, laws, and organizations.
• Experience with and/or knowledge of hazardous waste programs, services, and handling, especially local government HHW collection programs.
• Familiarity with paint products and their applications.
• Familiarity with paint users, particularly trade painters, contractors, paint retailers, and property managers.
• Experience with and/or knowledge of retail operations and communications, including big box, chain, franchise, co‑op, and independent stores.
• Experience with public speaking, training, and/or making presentations.
• Ability to self‑motivate and work independently from home.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the District and Maryland to recruit sites, train retail staff and distribute outreach materials. Occasional travel to other locations in the U.S. for training, conferences, or meetings is required.
• Ability to receive and store bulk orders of point‑of‑sale materials, conference supplies, a booth kit, and other outreach materials for distribution to sites or use at conferences and events.
• Proficiency with computers and typical office software.

Location and Travel

The candidate must be located in Washington, DC or Maryland. While most of this position’s responsibilities are completed remotely and in the field, the candidate may also use ACA headquarters, which is located in Washington, DC. Extensive travel throughout the District and Maryland will be required to visit drop‑off sites and meet with local stakeholders. Overnight travel time will vary and may exceed 25% of the time.

Employment, Salary, and Benefits

This is a full‑time, regular position. Salary depends on experience, but an estimate can range from $65,000 to $85,000. PaintCare, through the ACA, provides generous compensation, benefits (401(k), vacation days, medical, dental, and life insurance), and reimbursement for travel expenses.

Apply

To apply for this position, please visit https://american-coatings-association.breezy.hr/. Please submit a resume and cover letter stating your motivations for applying and your salary requirements. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.