CRRA Jobs Board

The City of Pleasanton is looking for a professional and skilled Recycling Coordinator to join its team. In this role, the Recycling Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing various environmental initiatives, emphasizing program awareness, monitoring, and enforcement. Key duties include conducting research, preparing analyses and reports, and proposing program enhancements. The Coordinator will also plan and lead educational programs on waste reduction and recycling, manage public inquiries, and review reported violations of municipal recycling codes. Additionally, the position involves crafting correspondence, documents, and marketing materials, as well as using social media for community outreach. This role is crucial for promoting sustainable practices and waste reduction within Pleasanton, supporting the city's commitment to environmental stewardship. 

To apply please click here.

Deadline to apply is 5/5/24 11:59 PM PST

Southern California Territory Representative – Mattress Recycling Council

MRC is hiring a Southern California Territory Representative. This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in southern California with a preference for Ventura or Santa Barbara counties. Ideal applicants will have experience working with California’s solid waste and recycling community.

To apply, please visit:

https://www.indeed.com/job/southern-california-territory-representative-34f61f7e07e45c31

The County of Madera is currently seeking a Director of Public Works. Please see the attachment for additional details.

EBrochure-Madera-County-Director-of-PW.pdf

Recology Sonoma / Marin is hiring 2 Waste Zero Specialists! The Waste Zero Specialist role provides recycling and composting education to the communities Recology serves, and works with businesses, schools, residents, and non-profit organizations to implement successful resource recovery programs. This role has a direct positive environmental impact on the community, and is incredibly rewarding.

Recology is an employee owned company, with excellent health benefits, retirement plans, and employee stock allocations. The Waste Zero Specialist role is hybrid (office/remote), salaried, and eligible for annual bonuses.

Learn more here:

Novato, West Marin service area

Sonoma County service areas

San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority is currently seeking a Clerk of the Board.

Please see this attachment for more details. IWMA Clerk of the Board Job Posting.pdf

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of clerical, administrative, and technical office support for Integrated Waste Management to provide support and follow-up to various boards and committees on a variety of matters; provide Executive Assistant support to the Executive Director and Deputy Director; organize office operations; and perform other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Clerk of the Board is expected to have specific knowledge of the functions, policies and procedures of all board/committee related activities. Incumbents in this position apply substantial initiative and independent judgment and action in the support of the boards and committees they support. In addition, the incumbent will serve as a technical subject matter expert for other staff. Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Successful performance requires a high degree of initiative, independent judgement, tact, and discretion in dealing with elected officials, staff at all levels, representatives from outside organizations, and the public.

To learn more please see:

IWMA Clerk of the Board Job Description.pdf

The City of Vallejo Public Works Department is seeking one qualified candidate to fill the Recycling Coordinator position. The Recycling Coordinator will be responsible for implementation and oversight of a variety of recycling and solid waste programs that are aimed at reducing waste, increasing recycling, and ensuring compliance with local and state requirements such as State Assembly Bill (SB) 1383, Assembly Bill (AB) 939, and AB1826. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in in working with the City’s Franchise Waste Hauler, businesses, schools, multi-family complexes and residents to provide training and assist with the implementation of programs related to the City’s solid waste, recycling, composting and construction and demolition recycling. The Recycling Coordinator is an integral part of the City’s Environmental Services Division.

To learn more and apply, click here.

Deadline to apply is April 5, 2024 at 5 PM PST

Reporting to the Sr. Management Analyst/Clerk of the Board, the Administrative Associate is an experienced specialist position that performs a broad variety of administrative, secretarial, and critical office support functions. This high-profile position works collaboratively with all board and committee members, all agency staff, as well as agency contractors and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and resourceful individual that excels in and fosters a team environment while also working independently. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and written and oral communication skills. Must exhibit attention to detail, the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information as well as skill in multi-tasking and taking instruction from multiple stakeholders. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products is required.

This is a full-time, benefited position.

To learn more and apply, please click here.

Deadline to apply is Friday, April 5, 2024 at 12PM 

Peninsula Sanitary Service, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Zero Waste Specialist position. The Zero Waste Specialist is an essential position in helping Stanford University achieve its zero waste goals. Under close supervision, the Zero Waste Specialist will be responsible for design, coordination, and implementation of waste diversion programs through a comprehensive approach and in collaboration with key University staff members.

About the Company

Peninsula Sanitary Service, Inc. (PSSI) provides recycling and solid waste management services for the greater Stanford University community, including collection, processing, and marketing of recyclables, collection of food and compostable materials, and operation of the Stanford Recycling Drop-Off Center. PSSI is a family owned and operated company with many perks. Come join our team!

http://pssi@pssirecycling.com

Please email a cover letter and resume to katherine@pssirecycling.com

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to work well with Stanford faculty, customers, and external organizations.

• A passion for waste reduction and understanding the concepts of the waste hierarchy and extended producer responsibility.

• A strong foundational knowledge of zero waste concepts, waste management, recycling markets, and public outreach.

• An understanding of how best to influence behavior change through community-based social marketing.

• Understanding of regulatory requirements from the municipal level through international level.

• A high level of comfort working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

• Knowledge of website maintenance and experience in social media campaign creation and utilization.

• Proficiency in Spanish is desired but not required.
  

The position involves, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Essential Responsibilities

• Identify, design, and implement innovative, cost-effective means to reduce waste generation and increase diversion, including, but not limited to public education, technical assistance, research on diversion markets, and academic research projects.

• Provide diversion strategies based on waste assessment data and outline areas of opportunity.

• Follow up with customers as needed to ensure new programs are successful.

• Create and manage a Waste Minimization Plan, compile outreach reports, and deliver an annual presentation to the University’s leadership team.

• In conjunction with key Stanford staff members, develop and deliver effective outreach and education programs that fulfill contract requirements and support the University’s zero waste goals.

• Manage social media pages and campaigns, review website and recommend updates to content, and prepare newsletter content for service areas.

• Review and analyze solid waste regulations as required by regulatory agencies.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, which would typically be acquired through:

• Bachelor of Science degree in environmental sciences or equivalent.

• Two years of related experience.

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

  Representative Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Software Used

  The following machines, tools, equipment, and software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual machines, tools, equipment, and software used will vary.

• Office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, phone systems, fax machine, copier, postage machine, and other related business and office equipment.

• Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, WordPress, and Social Media Platforms.

• Customer database: AMCS Tower and PCScale.

  Working Conditions

  The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Must wear personal protective equipment as defined/required by job assignments.

• Office and outdoor environments including, but not limited to, kitchens, waste management areas, and construction sites.

• Work may involve long hours of standing and sustained communications.

• Work on weekends, evenings, and holidays may be required.

• May require travel for jurisdictional meetings, exploring systems tools, conferences, etc.
  

Benefits and Compensation

• The anticipated pay scale for this position is $85,000-$105,000.

• The actual compensation offered will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits provided.

• 401k plan with employer contribution is available.

• Paid vacation and sick time.
  

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the company.

PSSI is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Answers telephone or greets customers at counter.
• Provides information about collections, rates, billing, and account status promptly and correctly.
• Addresses customer questions and resolves complaints through a combination of telephone service, computer data entry, billing, balancing and reconciling customer payments.
• Maintains appropriate records, prepares requested reports and performs related word processing, data entry and/or clerical duties.
• Expedites communications and services between customers and co-workers verbally or through written communications to coordinate services, records, and account status.
• Participates in training related to customer service work processes, procedures, skills and safety to ensure optimum customer service.
• Handles special calls including escrow, bankruptcies, delinquent accounts by telephone contact and monitoring delinquent accounts to point of resolution, as appropriate.