About the Position

Join us! We are hiring Recycling Program Specialists who will work with the Department of Public Works solid waste and recycling team. We are looking for team members that have experience working with recycling, waste diversion, and/or community programs. The position may require occasional evening or weekend hours and is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that includes a balance of work on-site and remote.
Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Organize recycling, waste reduction, and reuse events for residents.
• Develop and participate in educational, outreach, and community engagement activities.
• Provide program information and customer support to community partners and the public.
• Use data management tools to track inquiries from the public and evaluate program activities for recycling, solid waste, and organic waste management programs.

Position Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Ecology, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management, Public Administration, or equivalent. Or, a combination of education and progressively responsible experience to include professional work with recycling, waste, or resource management programs and projects to equal four years.
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

How to Apply

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
• Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

• A resume - please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a driver's license check as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance