Recycling Specialist Trainee

County of Kauai; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Family medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

County of Kauaʻi is seeking a Recycling Specialist Trainee to join the Department of Public Works Solid Waste - Adm. You will receive orientation and on-the-job training in implementing and coordinating recycling and waste reduction programs, while assisting with ongoing projects and duties related to environmental initiatives.

The role involves learning applicable laws and procedures, supporting education efforts, and contributing to data collection, reporting, and program promotion under

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, urban planning, civil/environmental engineering, environmental science or public health, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Receives orientation in recycling and waste reduction program goals and processes.
• Learns laws, regulations, policies, and work procedures governing recycling programs.
• Performs supervised tasks to gain insight into applying basic principles and techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Posting End Date

October 21, 2026

Job Title

Recycling Specialist Trainee

Salary Range

N/A

Position Salary

4,368.00 USD Monthly

Location

Department of Public Works Solid Waste - Adm

Civil Service or Non Civil Service

Civil Service

Job Summary

Performs as a trainee, receiving orientation and on-the-job training in the implementation and coordination of recycling and waste reduction programs; performs selected assignments relative to the County's recycling and waste reduction programs; and performs other related duties as required.

Examples of Duties

(The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position).

• Receives orientation in the functions, goals and objectives of recycling and waste reduction programs
• Learns the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and work processes that govern or impact the County's recycling and waste reduction programs
• Observes higher‑level specialists and assists in performing simple tasks designed to provide insight and knowledge in the application of basic principles, concepts, work processes and techniques
• Under close supervision and following specific instructions, assists in organizing, developing, implementing, and monitoring existing and proposed recycling and waste reduction programs, demonstration projects, and educational and promotional activities
• Assists in the dissemination of pertinent materials to schools, community groups and organizations
• Receives training and assists in conducting feasibility and system design studies through on‑site inspection/investigation of facilities
• Assists in establishing and monitoring accounts relative to the various programs
• Processes registration forms and license applications
• Conducts research
• Compiles and evaluates data and statistics
• Maintains databases related to recycling programs
• Prepares correspondence and reports
• Responds to recycling queries from businesses, community groups and the general public
• Performs other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Training & Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field.

Work Shift/ Schedule

Monday-Friday (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the County of Kauaʻi that there shall be no discrimination in employment pursuant to TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended, and the Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapters368 and378. Except for bona fide occupational or other legal requirements, no individual employed by the County, or applying for employment with the County, shall be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or reproductive health decisions, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation, Veteran status, credit history, domestic/sexual violence victim status, or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non‑discrimination.

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Join our Team of over 1,300 employees on the island of Kaua’i and start building a better tomorrow for you, your family and the Kaua’i community!

What is an Eligible List?

Applicants for civil service positions who meets the minimum qualification requirements are placed on an eligible list which will be used by departments to fill a vacant position for that class of work. An applicant will remain on an eligible list for 6 months.

What Benefits Does the County of Kaua‘i Offer?

• 21 days of vacation leave
• 21 days of sick leave
• 13 paid holidays (14 in an election year)
• FREE medical for your entire family!
• Vested retirement benefits after 10 years of service!
• And much more!

For more information about benefits, visit our website: Benefits of Becoming a County of Kaua‘i Employee