Sustainability Specialist II

CR&R Inc; El Centro (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,778 - 80,831; Full time

Job summary

CR&R Incorporated in California is seeking a Sustainability Specialist to support municipal compliance, recycling programs, and community outreach efforts. This role blends data analysis, public education, and relationship management to help cities and customers meet sustainability goals.

Your work will involve promoting recycling, conducting waste audits, and preparing diversion reports, plus coordinating facility tours and attending community meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field such as Business, Marketing, Environmental Science.
• Experience with municipal programs, sustainability, recycling, or environmental services.
• Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and explain findings to non-technical audiences.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging city staff and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Support municipal contract compliance and reporting.
• Promote recycling and diversion programs.
• Conduct waste audits and prepare diversion reports.
• Coordinate facility tours and attend community meetings.
• Develop outreach and education materials.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Drive environmental impact through community engagement and municipal partnerships.Sustainability SpecialistSalary: $70,304/yearCR&R is seeking a Sustainability Specialist to support municipal compliance, recycling programs, and community outreach efforts. This role blends data analysis, public education, and relationship management to help cities and customers meet sustainability goals.Why This Role MattersYour work directly supports environmental compliance, waste diversion, and strong community partnerships.What You’ll DoSupport municipal contract compliance and reporting.Promote recycling and diversion programs.Conduct waste audits and prepare diversion reports.Coordinate facility tours and attend community meetings.Develop outreach and education materials.What We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Marketing, Environmental Science, or a related fieldExperience working with municipal programs, sustainability, recycling, or environmental servicesStrong communication and presentation skills; comfortable engaging with city staff, customers, and community stakeholdersAbility to analyze data, prepare reports, and clearly explain findings to non-technical audiencesComfortable conducting site visits, waste audits, and facility toursHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinesProficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for meetings and site visitsAbout UsCR&R Incorporated is one of Southern California’s leading waste and recycling services providers, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers across multiple states. Our operations emphasize safety, reliability, environmental responsibility, and long-term sustainability.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementCR&R Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.#CRRMP