Senior Waste Zero Specialist

Recology; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Job summary

Recology Vallejo is seeking a program administrator to design, coordinate, and oversee comprehensive waste diversion initiatives in collaboration with local customers and jurisdictions.

You will analyze audit results, manage key contracts, and engage with community organizations to promote sustainable practices and compliance with laws and policies.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in resource recovery or related field.
• Proficiency with MS Office and data reporting.
• Strong communication and public engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and administer waste diversion programs.
• Maintain contracts with commercial recycling customers and jurisdictions.
• Analyze audit reports and recommend improvements to meet compliance.
• Educate customers and communities about program elements.
• Represent the company with city staff, officials, and community groups.

Skills

Waste diversion programs

Customer relations

Public speaking

Data analysis

MS Office / Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Vallejo

Location:

1007 - Recology Vallejo

Subsidiary Name:

Recology Vallejo

ROLE

Under general direction, responsible for design, coordination, implementation and administration of waste diversion programs through a comprehensive approach involving regular contact with key commercial/residential customers and local jurisdiction, education, community-wide services, and completing waste auditing services.

Essential Responsibilities

Completes waste and diversion assessments for customers. Outlines customer’s areas for opportunity, implements service changes, and follow-up as needed to ensure diversion programs are successful. Documents all customer interactions for ease of reporting.

Manages, updates, and secures new contracts from key commercial recycling customers in both franchised and unregulated markets.

Analyzes audit reports on contamination and diversion issues and provides management with a recommendation for improving diversion rates and or process to meet legal compliance with contracts, city, and state laws.

Manages specialized projects by developing concepts, creating timelines, establishing goals and objectives.

Attends and becomes active in local community organizations (Rotary, Chambers) as a representative of the company.

Monitors and researches relevant public policy issues that impact various operational and business practices of the Company.

Serves as Company representative and primary contact for city staff and elected officials, as well as regional organizations, associations, and Chambers.

Prepares and delivers speeches and presentations within the community for customers.

Coordinates programs (recycling/ landfill diversion) with local jurisdictions and educates existing and new customers on program elements and related services.

Contributes content for media such as social media, ads, annual reports to cities, presentations, and other communications material to promote the company and its services.

Develops, and may deliver, effective public education programs in franchise cities that fulfill contract requirements and support regional sustainability goals.

Surveys route to verify rates, services and efficiencies (size, frequency, quantity).

Maintains and updates all documents required by law and company policy.

May maintain and order certificates of insurance as needed.

May manage, support and expand local buy-back centers.

May take on a lead role by providing day to day guidance on work matters, assist with projects, etc.

May oversee monthly reports to jurisdictions.

Ability to have a flexible work schedule based on business needs.

Travels frequently to various offsite meetings.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Three years’ experience in resource recovery (e.g., waste disposal, recycling).

Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area.

Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications.

High school diploma or GED required.

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Valid driver’s license.

Skill and/or Ability to:

Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.

Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.

Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.

Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.

Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.

Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.

Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.

Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.

Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.

Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do.

Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise.

Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.

The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.

A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.

An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.

Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).

Annual wellness incentives.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Educational assistance.

Commuting benefits.

Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.