What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waste Diversion Supervisor position at Pacific Lutheran University?

General Description :

The Waste Diversion Supervisor (WDS) is responsible for long term planning and implementing to achieve PLU’s goal of greater than 90% diversion rate ae well as ensuring the daily operational needs for recycling, composting, landfill services are met.. The WDS serves as primary contact for Environmental Services as a provider regarding waste diversion efforts at PLU. This position is strongly operationally focused with large students staff and complex operation. Reports to the Campus Service Manager Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

Serve as the primary point of contact for Waste Diversion customer service calls.
Manage staff scheduling to ensure completion of daily operational needs.
Attend weekly PLUSS (PLU Service and Support) meetings.
Primary point of contact for external waste diversion service providers.
Identify “best practices” and programs in peer / benchmark initiatives
Coordinate and implement annual Recycle-Mania event and “Garbology” Waste Audit.
Coordinate waste diversion efforts for move in and move out.
Observe and refine operational processes to improve efficiency.
Maintain the recycling bay in an orderly manner.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Maintain and evaluate equipment for service and repair.
Maintain and evaluate waste diversion infrastructure for service and repair.
Stock required operational supplies.
Facilitate education of the campus community about PLU’s waste diversion efforts.
Pursue individual professional development around Waste Diversion and Zero Waste

programming in higher education.

Continually realign the essential functions of this position to best serve the University’s

long term Waste Diversion goals.

When appropriate, prepare and present materials related to PLU’s Waste Diversion

Program in classrooms, at conferences and committee meetings, both on and off-campus.

Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Supervisory skills to foster a welcoming, productive, and educational environment when

managing a relatively large student staff.

Commitment to diversity; ability to work effectively with all constituencies in a diverse

institution.

Strong ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.

Must possess strong organizational skills and an attention to detail.

Ability to analyze situations and problem-solve accordingly and efficiently.

Ability to clearly articulate and advocate for projects related to waste diversion.

Ability to facilitate conversations involving many different campus partners towards our

common goal.

Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and foster relationships with university

constituents in public settings.

Ability to work independently and willingness to collaborate. Required Qualifications :

2 years sustainability or resource management related work experience or related

education.

Forklift training certified or willingness to become certified.

Proficient in the use of personal computers and a Microsoft Office environment,

including familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn and

grasp new software applications as necessary to proficiently manage the area of

responsibility

High school diploma or GED.

Valid Driver’s License (Must have had a valid driver’s license for at least 2yrs).

Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background check and

pass PLU’s Driver’s Certification Training. Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with materials and / or waste diversion management.

Previous experience in higher education or work history in a Sustainability Office. Work Conditions :

Working outdoors is required.

May be exposed to noisy environments.

May be exposed to hazardous materials.

Extended work hours into evenings and weekends is required the week of move out (last

week of May into June) and at other times as needed.

Some evening and weekend work may be required at other times. Physical Requirements : Special Instructions to Applicants : Other Information : PLU is a small, private university where caring means more than kindness and consideration — it means a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice. Because PLU is a community committed to the creation and advancement of knowledge through diversity and inclusion, the university actively recruits a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. PLU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented and minority groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who would bring broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities.

PLU offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission for employees and their dependents, retirement plan, medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off (including Christmas / New Year’s break), additional flexible time off, and many other great university benefits. PLU is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization. Click here for detailed benefits information.

For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and / or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu

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