Resource Recovery Program Manager

Larimer County; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer 


457(b) Deferred Compensation

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Larimer County is seeking a Resource Recovery Program Manager to lead sustainability and resource recovery initiatives in the Solid Waste Department. You will coordinate programs, manage grant-funded efforts, and build partnerships with public and private partners to advance long-term goals.

You’ll work closely with leadership to design and implement initiatives identified in the SWIMP, measure progress, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, in a related field.
• Three (3) years program related experience such as program management, contract management, or development.
• Reliable transportation to work in any County facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advance diversion and resource recovery initiatives across sustainability programs.
• Coordinate internal and external teams and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Serve as County representative for resource recovery and waste diversion development.
• Identify, pursue, and monitor grants supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Present information to community, partners, and elected officials.
• Develop metrics to measure program success and diversion projects.
• Provide oversight of the resource recovery program.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration across levels

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship building

Project structuring

Prioritization

Sustainability outcomes

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

3 years program-related experience

Reliable transportation

Job description

We are hiring a Resource Recovery Program Manager.

This position will lead and advance sustainability and resource recovery initiatives within the Solid Waste Department under the direction of the Solid Waste Director. The role provides strategic program management, coordinates complex initiatives, and builds strong partnerships across the organization and with public and private community partners.

Working closely with the Solid Waste Director and solid waste management team, this position will design, implement, and coordinate programs that support long-term resource recovery goals, including regional initiatives identified through the Solid Waste Infrastructure Master Plan (SWIMP). The position will also manage grant-funded initiatives, including identifying funding opportunities, preparing applications, and ensuring fiscal responsibility, regulatory compliance, and effective use of resources.

This position is not eligible for fully remote work; a hybrid work schedule may be available.

What you’ll do in the role:

• Advance diversion and resource recovery initiatives that support sustainability, increase landfill diversion, and promote a circular economy. This may include, but is not limited to, Construction and Demolition (C&D) materials recovery, organic materials management and composting, forest and woody biomass recovery and processing, and improvements to recycling programs.
• Coordinate internal and external teams and maintain strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders, contractors, municipal partners, state and federal agencies, industry representatives, and other partners.
• Serve as a County representative and subject matter expert for resource recovery and waste diversion development.
• Identify, pursue, apply for, and monitor grants that support sustainability, resource recovery, and related departmental initiatives.
• Present information to the community, partners, and elected officials.
• Develop metrics to measure and achieve program success, including diversion projects.
• Provide oversight of the resource recovery program.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels of authority
• Skill in building alignment around shared goals across diverse partners
• A collaborative, relationship-focused approach to work
• Ability to bring structure to complex, multi-part initiatives
• Capacity to manage competing priorities and move work forward in a coordinated way
• Focus on delivering measurable and meaningful sustainability outcomes

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, in a field related to the program required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Three (3) years program related experience which may include: program management, case management, contract management, program development or the performance of similar duties, required.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.

Benefits

Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.