Supervisor I, Zero Waste

San Jose Conservation Corps; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

San Jose Conservation Corps is seeking a Zero Waste Supervisor I to oversee daily operations, maintain records, and support the Zero Waste team in achieving program goals. You will engage with corpsmembers, manage data, and build relationships with stakeholders to advance waste-diversion initiatives.

The role requires 1 year of supervisory experience, strong data management skills, and the ability to work in a fully in-person setting at our San Jose location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience leading young adults or equivalent.
• 1 year of work experience in waste materials recovery, edible food recovery, zero waste outreach, composting, or similar.
• Proficiency with tools/safety equipment and basic recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support for Zero Waste programs with accurate documentation and data management.
• Monitor project performance, maintain tracking systems, and report on outcomes and metrics.
• Coordinate with partners, vendors, and service providers to ensure efficient project operations.
• Lead corpsmembers and mentor teams to meet work plan goals.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with PPE requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Computer literate

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Title: Supervisor I, Zero Waste

Division: Social Enterprise

Department: Zero Waste

Reports to: Zero Waste Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Full-time / Non-Exempt (hourly)

Compensation: $29.50 to $32.64 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with occasional weekend work

Location: This position is 100% in-person, located at 1560 Berger Drive.

Travel: Local travel may be required up to 50% of the time, transporting Corpsmember crews to different job sites around Santa Clara County.

About the San Jose Conservation Corps (SJCC+CS)

One of the first urban conservation corps in the country, the San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School was founded in 1987 to empower young adults aged 18 to 27 ("Corpsmembers") to upskill themselves and advance their career in conservation and green spaces. Today, SJCC+CS continues to operate its 1-year-long paid workforce development program, while also functioning as a WASC-accredited charter high school, allowing those who have aged out of the traditional education system to earn their high school diploma.

SJCC+CS offers an engaging work environment focused on growth, teamwork, and making a positive impact. We value collaboration, respect diverse perspectives, and provide opportunities for employees to contribute their skills to create a hopeful and sustainable community. Whether you're passionate about education and development, environmental conservation, or community engagement, joining our team means embracing a shared commitment to service and the chance to make a meaningful difference. Be a part of our mission to create transformational change and learn more at www.sjcccs.org.

Position Summary

The Zero Waste Supervisor I plays an important operations role for the San Jose Conservation Corps’ Zero Waste unit. The Supervisor is responsible for maintaining internal records and managing several project databases. The Supervisor also provides operational assistance to the Zero Waste Team to ensure that our projects and special events work plan goals are executed. The Zero Waste Supervisor also works to develop effective relationships with shareholders in the Zero Waste Industry. Additionally, they play a lead role in engaging with members of the public. This position will oversee SJCC’s efforts to divert different types of waste from landfills, as well as related programs aimed at increasing the recycling of waste in general.

Job Duties

Administrative

• Provide administrative and operational support for Zero Waste programs, ensuring accurate documentation, reporting, recordkeeping, and data management.
• Monitor project performance, maintain tracking systems, and prepare reports on program outcomes, deliverables, and key metrics.
• Support internal communication, scheduling, and coordination to ensure efficient team operations and successful project implementation.
• Contribute to a professional, organized, and high-performing work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

General Zero Waste Operations

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Zero Waste programs, waste diversion initiatives, and collection activities.
• Maintain and analyze waste collection data to support program reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate with partners, vendors, and service providers to ensure efficient project operations.
• Assist with warehouse, equipment, and material management to support program success.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Manage, supervise, and lead the day-to-day engagement of corpsmembers in project work;
• Implement skills training and facilitate intentional discussions and informal lessons to contribute to the corpsmembers’ personal growth and group dynamics;
• Promote individual corpsmember development and a healthy, supportive community;
• Follow and enforce all SJCC policies, maintain professional boundaries, and appropriately represent the San Jose Conservation Corps.
• Help build a work culture that values the range of different backgrounds and identities that people bring, appreciates that diversity makes us better at what we do, and strives to create an environment in which everyone on the margins can thrive;
• Ensure that all staff and Corpsmembers feel safe and valued.

Safety & Risk Management

• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety across all Zero Waste operations, projects, and activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Monitor worksite, vehicle, and equipment safety, reporting risks, incidents, and maintenance needs in a timely manner.
• Support the health, wellbeing, and safe transportation of Corpsmembers and staff while conducting program activities.
• Maintain familiarity with organizational policies and respond appropriately to safety concerns and incidents.

Benefits of Working at SJCC+CS

• Health: SJCC+CS offers group health insurance through Kaiser, and Dental / Vision insurance through Principal. The organization covers 100% of the premium for staff member’s dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance.
• Financial: Retirement savings plan with up to 3% employer match after 1 year of service, credit union membership and benefits, Tuition Reimbursement program for associate or bachelor’s degree, and a Flexible Spending Account for healthcare or dependent care expenses.
• Time Off: Paid holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave, and Jury Duty leave. Other unpaid leave of absence options are available, such as Medical, Military, Parental, and Family Care Leave.
• Other: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Pet Insurance, and Supplemental insurance plans available (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Short Term Disability, and more).

Work Environment & Requirements

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on occasionally uneven and/or slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, reaching overhead and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment, plus the ability to speak and to hear. The ability to lift, carry, push and pull tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is required. The incumbent in this position works both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. In the course of work the incumbent may be exposed to biologic or infectious agents, unpleasant odors, fumes, smoke, dust and air contaminants, and insects. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles, work near moving equipment, vehicles or machinery, work on ladders or scaffolding or at heights. The incumbent may be required to use protective clothing, equipment, or devices, and may work near hostile or offensive individuals. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Equipment Used

The incumbent of this position will be utilizing various Company vehicles. Vehicles include sedans, passenger vans, pickup trucks with a trailer or flat bed, box trucks, and/or forklift with the proper training.

Reasonable Accommodations

The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, SJCC+CS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

NOTICE

The statements herein are intended to give a broad description of this job function and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

SJCC Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Corps and School does not discriminate based on an individual's race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, hair style, hair texture or any other basis prohibited by law. Working at SJCC+CS means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. SJCC+CS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Employment At-Will

The San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School is an “At-Will” employer. This means that employment with SJCC+CS is voluntarily entered into and staff members are free to resign at any time. Similarly, SJCC+CS may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or prior notice, as it deems appropriate. This at-will employment relationship can be changed only in a written agreement signed by the staff member and the Executive Director of SJCC+CS.

SJCC+CS IS A MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION EMPLOYER

All new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination absent an approved medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. If a new hire is in the process of being vaccinated, their start date may be adjusted to a future date after they have been vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means at it has been at least two weeks since the person has completed the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of supervisory experience leading young adults, OR;
  • Equivalent experience that demonstrates the ability to work in team-oriented settings and lead others
• 1 year of work experience in any of the following areas: waste materials recovery, edible food recovery, zero waste community outreach, composting, or similar.
• Proficiency in using tools/safety equipment appropriate for various work projects.
• The ability to solve problems in the field with minimal assistance.
• Strong commitment to improving the quality of life for urban youth.
• The ability to use, and teach others to use, power and hand tools safely.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and first aid/CPR.
• The ability to maintain detailed records and documentation.
• Customer Service Experience - able to identify and resolve customer concerns.
• Computer literate.

Driving Record and Requirements: If the position is offered and accepted, candidates must submit a copy of their DMV driver’s record. The candidate also must possess and continue to maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in the United States. Please be informed that San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Medical Verification: State law requires all employees working with youth to provide medical verification of negative tuberculosis test results within the last year. Employees will also be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Background Check and Fingerprinting: If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo Live Scan Fingerprinting as well as a background check, which includes a state and federal criminal history record check.

Drug Screen: If the position is offered and accepted, candidates will be required to undergo and pass a 5-panel drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (English and any other language)
• 2 years of driving experience
• Supervisory experience in a non-profit on-the-job training program or conservation corps / Youth Build setting

San Jose Conservation Corps + Charter School is a safe, inclusive environment that welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We strongly encourage individuals from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply. We understand that some applicants may feel discouraged when they see a long list of job requirements and do not meet every single criteria - we urge you to apply nonetheless. At SJCC+CS, we do not seek a "perfect" candidate because we believe in our core values of Respect, Education and Development, Safety, Empathy, and Equity and Inclusion. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, passionate about our mission, and dedicated to our values, we invite you to apply. Join us in creating a culture of excellence and transformational change.