CRRA Jobs Board

Spring into a new career with the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC)! The MRC is hiring a new Program/Logistics Planner in Southern CA to help implement & maintain the statewide stewardship program. Learn more about the position by reviewing the attached document or visiting their website at: http://www.mattressrecyclingcouncil.org/about/.

The County's newly created Office of Sustainability seeks well qualified applicants for the position of Resource Conservation Specialist III. We are seeking a Resource Conservation Specialist III in the Waste Reduction Program who can empower our employees and our community members to embrace sustainability more fully and use resources more efficiently.

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The Civicorps Recycling Program offers truck driving training leading to a Class B license. The Recycling Coordinator will work in Civicorps’ Recycling Social Enterprise which provides recycling collection services to small businesses, commercial operations and institutions in Oakland and other parts of the East Bay.

The minimum requirements for the position are a HS Diploma (BA Degree a plus); driver’s license with clean driving record; supervisory and youth development experience; and the ability to pass drug testing.

The Recycling Coordinator will directly supervise all Recycling interns (approximately 15 but this number may fluctuate and increase over time).  The Coordinator will evaluate interns on their skills completing daily routes, safety and operation inspections of vehicles and other equipment, safe work practices, information tracking, as well as knowledge surround the various types of recycling materials (paper, bottles and cans, metals, E-waste and used oil collection center visits. The Coordinator will also drive C trucks on regular routes for Civicorps Recycling when necessary. 

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This journey-level classification performs a wide variety of complex, non-routine functions in support of the Utilities and Environmental Services Department. Incumbents require knowledge of basic principles and methods of one or more technical or professional fields in order to perform the duties and functions of the position. This position is distinguished from similar City-wide classifications in that it has responsibility for a specialized program. 

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Are you passionate about Zero Waste? Do you have experience with Zero Waste events or want to learn more? Sustain LA is looking for staff and volunteers for upcoming events! Complete the form, and we'll be in touch!

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This Program Manager I position will assist with enforcement duties primarily in the Mandatory Recycling Ordinance (MRO) Implementation project, with some work in the Reusable Bag Ordinance and Facility Fee Enforcement projects. The position will receive general direction from staff working on these projects and will report to work at the StopWaste offices at 1537 Webster Street in downtown Oakland.

Example of Duties

• Act as the primary liaison with contracted inspectors who conduct routine regulatory compliance inspections for enforcement of the Mandatory Recycling Ordinance. Monitor performance and actively communicate safety and enforcement procedures. Conduct regular team meetings including trainings as needed.
• Conduct regulatory compliance inspections at regulated business and multi-family properties as needed when contracted inspectors are unable to complete an inspection.
• Assist with inspection processing to determine compliance with MRO using the agency’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database.
• Review, approve, and process forms submitted by regulated parties.
• Respond to inquiries from businesses and multi-family account holders regarding Ordinance compliance or documentation that may be required.
• Support enforcement activities for the Reusable Bag Ordinance including tracking of complaints, inspections, and enforcement actions taken.
• Provide support to other agency enforcement-related projects as needed.
• Other project duties as assigned.

Salary

Monthly Salary range: $7,648 to $9,291* per month depending on experience plus benefits.
* Subject to adoption of the Authority’s budget on May 24, 2017.

Application Procedure

Applications and correspondence will be accepted through email. Please email and Agency application, resume and cover letter to jobs@stopwaste.org by June 12, 2017 no later than 5pm PST. Include the position title “MRO Program Manager I” in your cover letter, application and email. The required application can be downloaded to the right.

Application packets may also be dropped off or mailed to the StopWaste office:

1537 Webster St.
Oakland, CA  94612
ATTN: MRO Program Manager I

Zero Waste Support Services RFP

The City of Palo Alto (City) is seeking CONSULTANT support to develop new policies and programs so that it can meet and exceed its current Zero Waste goals, while providing the best value to its residents and minimizing environmental impacts. Support may include a broad range of professional services including: waste characterization surveys, reviewing service and processing options and updating the City’s Zero Waste Operational Plan, preparing requests for proposals (RFP) and assisting with procurement process including evaluating proposals and facility and technology evaluation, analyzing contractor compensation methodologies and/or contracting support for refuse (solid waste – aka trash/garbage, recyclable materials, and compostable materials) collection, processing, and disposal. Other related services could include CEQA studies, regional refuse rate surveys, analysis and recommendations on how to best implement behavior change that will result in the City accomplishing its goals, and carbon emission calculations for new refuse services.

Mandatory Pre-proposal Webinar: 10:00 am PDT, Thursday, May 18, 2017

Registration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7230270099070208769 

Webinar ID: 162-308-091

Phone: (415) 655-0060 

Proposals due: 3:00 pm PDT, Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Have a wide breadth of legislative and advocacy experience, and want to work with an organization making a difference? We’re a sustainability champion for the East Bay, finding new and innovative ways to reduce waste in Alameda County.

We’re looking for a Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our dynamic team. Our ideal candidate is a team player who can juggle multiple projects at once, and who is savvy about navigating local and state legislative/regulatory landscapes.

This is a rewarding and challenging management position within the Agency. Roles include:

• Representing the Agency with legislative lobbyists, legislators, legislative aides and governmental staff at
• local, state and federal levels.
• Initiating, preparing, reviewing and monitoring legislation, codes and administrative regulations.
• Identifying and reviewing potential sources of government funding; coordinating with project managers in
• applying for and pursuing public funds.
• Researching and preparing reports and testifying as needed at legislative hearings or similar venues.

Salary:  $9,668- $11,751 per month, plus excellent fringe benefits. 

Final Application Filing Date

Tuesday, May 30, 2017 - 5:00pm

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Are you interested in recycling, composting and getting the City’s residents to zero waste? Do you have a passion for environmental issues? If so, we invite you to take advantage of an opportunity to use your skills to build a better future for San Francisco residents. The San Francisco Department of Environment is a great place to work and offers an attractive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement options.

Position Description:

The Associate will assist the Residential and Special Project Zero Waste Coordinator and the Assistant Coordinator in performing professional level work implementing the Mandatory Recycling and Composting Ordinance in the multi­family, and single family residential sectors. The Residential and Special Projects Zero Waste Associate will report directly to the Residential and Special Projects Zero Waste Assistant Coordinator. 

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