Waste Program Specialist AF

City of Rio Rancho, NM•Rio Rancho, NM

53d

About The Position

The Waste Program Specialist performs lead solid waste program work. This position plans and implements City facility recycling, illegal dumpsite and litter eradication programs, and associated solid waste special event programs and collections. This position will lead and supervise youth, adult volunteers, court assigned community services workers and Community Service Workers I & II in the field to accomplish the above program.

Requirements

AA Degree
For required college degrees, applicable field(s) of study: environmental, recreation, volunteer, non-profit, outreach programs or related field
One year directly related experience and/ or training. In lieu of a degree incumbent must possess three years of experience.
Frequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License Required
Driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.
Standard First Aid and basic CPR certification
Knowledge of solid waste management, environmental, recreation, volunteer, non-profit, outreach programs or a related field.
Application of knowledge of coordinating volunteer activities.
Application of knowledge of recyclable materials.
Must be able to type rapidly and accurately enough to successfully produce documents/spreadsheets, communicate via e-mail, or perform data entry as necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the position.
Use of technology, equipment and software typically used in the office environment.
Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with volunteers, staff members, public officials and customers.
Learn to conduct a variety of solid waste facility related programs.
Learn to operate, maintain and repair power tools and equipment used in the work.
Write clear concise reports and operation manuals.
Read and interpret documents such as operations and procedure manuals.
Deal creatively when solving problems in areas of program implementation and when dealing with members of the public.
Speak effectively and make presentations before groups or employees.
Use math concepts to present data in charts, graphs, and at presentations.
Adhere to program standards and objectives outlined in city policy and by supervisor.
Work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.

Nice To Haves

Standard First Aid and basic CPR certification preferred upon hire or must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

Implements, monitors, and evaluates solid waste facility related programs.
Prepares monthly program data reports, program evaluation reports, and program operation manuals.
Prepares and distributes program materials including information guides, program publicity including press releases and registration materials.
Obtains volunteers, resources, and donations to support solid waste programs.
Makes public presentations as directed for solid waste facility related programs.
Coordinates utilization of Community Worker I & II staff, community service workers and volunteers for solid waste related programs, recommending scheduling and determining work flow in the field.
Procures supplies and materials for solid waste related programs.
Communities effectively and regularly with all program partners and government agencies.
Implements special event programs and collections for solid waste related programs.
Coordinates and prepares all materials, supplies, equipment and facilities needed for implementation of solid waste related programs