What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waste Management Program Coordinator position at County of Riverside?
About The Position
The Riverside County Department of Waste Resources has an opportunity for a Waste Management Program Coordinator in Moreno Valley.
The position will support the Recycling and Community Outreach activities of the Department and report to the Assistant General Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, compliance with AB939 & SB1383, public education presentations/classes, leading the Department’s volunteer program, and various public education activities. Duties include supervision of staff, grant oversight, attending meetings, oversight of the Department’s public education program, developing and maintaining website content, budgeting, preparing reports, and providing customer service.
Competitive candidates will possess lead or supervisory experience which included presenting information to the public, working with local government, and familiarity with AB 939, also known as the California Integrated Waste Management Act, and SB 1383, California's Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy. Experience in managing social media platforms for an organization is highly desired.
Upon completing probationary period, this position may offer a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule with a hybrid telecommute schedule. Some availability on weekends and for overtime may be required.
Meet the Team!
The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.
Examples Of Essential Duties
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business or public administration, planning, environmental sciences, engineering, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: Two years of administrative, management or supervisory experience which included planning and making recommendations on issues involving waste management processes, recycling initiatives, hazardous waste management, fleet/heavy equipment management, or another closely related field.
Knowledge of: The laws, rules and regulations that have an impact on waste management; principles of supervision, the physical, environmental and economic implications of waste management; local, state and federal legislative processes; research methods; organizational structure and jurisdiction of governmental agencies involved in the waste management process.
Ability to: Supervise and coordinate the work of subordinates; plan and conduct a training program for subordinate staff; evaluate the performance of subordinate personnel; collect and analyze data, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach logical conclusions and formulate recommendations; compose clear and thorough study reports and recommendations; verbally present study findings and recommendations to a variety of public groups and governmental bodies; work effectively with the general public, and community and governmental boards and commissions; interpret and apply laws and regulations pertaining to waste management.
License: A valid California Driver's license is required. This position requires travelling throughout the County of Riverside to set up events and perform presentations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all applicants
For specific questions regarding this position, contact Amanda Campos at acampos@rivco.org .
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
The Riverside County Department of Waste Resources has an opportunity for a Waste Management Program Coordinator in Moreno Valley.
The position will support the Recycling and Community Outreach activities of the Department and report to the Assistant General Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, compliance with AB939 & SB1383, public education presentations/classes, leading the Department’s volunteer program, and various public education activities. Duties include supervision of staff, grant oversight, attending meetings, oversight of the Department’s public education program, developing and maintaining website content, budgeting, preparing reports, and providing customer service.
Competitive candidates will possess lead or supervisory experience which included presenting information to the public, working with local government, and familiarity with AB 939, also known as the California Integrated Waste Management Act, and SB 1383, California's Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Strategy. Experience in managing social media platforms for an organization is highly desired.
Upon completing probationary period, this position may offer a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule with a hybrid telecommute schedule. Some availability on weekends and for overtime may be required.
Meet the Team!
The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.
Examples Of Essential Duties
- Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct a waste management program or long-term projects; draft policies, procedures and program specifications.
- Establish workload priorities and review work of subordinates for quality in accordance with the standards and achievement of goals and objectives of the department.
- Participate in the analysis of proposed or existing legislation to determine the potential or actual impact on department programs and ensure program compliance with regulations.
- Meet with staff of other departments and agencies to exchange or clarify information used in developing and implementing assigned program.
- Coordinate with other sections and facilitate the flow of information on projects involving multiple sections.
- Prepare cost analyses and compile data regarding section workloads, staffing levels and priorities relating to the department's program budget; monitor program or project budget expenditures, and prepare progress reports and financial statements.
- Prepare Board memos, reports, analyses, media packages, guidelines, and correspondence.
- Make program presentations at meetings and coordinate participation with community groups; respond to difficult public relations problems, investigate complaints or problems, and recommend resolutions.
- Assist in the selection of staff, and train subordinates in waste management principles, technical and operational procedures, and departmental policy.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business or public administration, planning, environmental sciences, engineering, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: Two years of administrative, management or supervisory experience which included planning and making recommendations on issues involving waste management processes, recycling initiatives, hazardous waste management, fleet/heavy equipment management, or another closely related field.
Knowledge of: The laws, rules and regulations that have an impact on waste management; principles of supervision, the physical, environmental and economic implications of waste management; local, state and federal legislative processes; research methods; organizational structure and jurisdiction of governmental agencies involved in the waste management process.
Ability to: Supervise and coordinate the work of subordinates; plan and conduct a training program for subordinate staff; evaluate the performance of subordinate personnel; collect and analyze data, generate and evaluate alternatives, reach logical conclusions and formulate recommendations; compose clear and thorough study reports and recommendations; verbally present study findings and recommendations to a variety of public groups and governmental bodies; work effectively with the general public, and community and governmental boards and commissions; interpret and apply laws and regulations pertaining to waste management.
License: A valid California Driver's license is required. This position requires travelling throughout the County of Riverside to set up events and perform presentations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all applicants
For specific questions regarding this position, contact Amanda Campos at acampos@rivco.org .
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
