Jobs & Internships in Recycling

NCRA is happy to post job openings in the field of recycling. If you or your organization would like to post a job here, please send a 100 word job description to us at ncra@ncrarecycles.org.

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Current Openings

VALCORE Recycling Site Manager [posted 7/23/2010]
VALCORE - Vallejo, CA

Please contact VALCORE for the full details of this position.
Email your cover letter, resume, three references, and salary requirements to VALCORE at vierraconsulting@sbcglobal.net. Only applications submitted by 5p.m. Friday July 23, 2010, will be considered. Interviews to be held on July 30 and July 31.

Recycling Business Assistance Internships [posted 7/23/2010]
SAIC - Oakland, CA

SAIC’s Oakland Office is hiring two part-time temporary personnel to conduct outreach to businesses in Alameda County to start or expand recycling programs under the StopWaste Business Partnership program.

The duration of employment will be from mid- to late August and extend for 9 months.
Hours may range from 12-20 hours per week.

Work schedule is part-time and is flexible depending on candidates’ own schedule. Work will be conducted during normal weekday business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00PM and will include a combination of office work, and work in the field conducting waste assessments at business locations around the county.

Apply here


REQUIREMENTS

Skills
Candidates will need to possess the following skills in order to be considered for this position:

Ø Some recycling / environmental knowledge experience desirable but not required
Ø As a representative for StopWaste.Org, candidates must have the skills and knowledge of professional business decorum
Ø Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ø Be able to produce reports and input progress notes using standard word processing software

Other
Ø Candidates must provide their own transportation vehicle as they will be expected to visit businesses throughout Alameda County
Ø Candidates must provide a valid United States driver’s license
Ø Demonstrated strong interest in sustainability a plus

The SAIC Oakland office functions as a small independent office with experts in waste prevention program planning, implementation and measurement. SAIC provides the financial stability of a large diversified company, with a network of sustainability consultants that have been premiering award-winning programs in recycling, waste prevention and greenhouse gas work for over a decade.
As a founding partner, SAIC provides technical consulting support to StopWaste.Org Partnership program; www.StopWastePartnership.org <http://www.StopWastePartnership.org> The StopWaste Business Partnership is an in-depth business and environmental performance improvement initiative to help businesses and institutions reduce waste and lower operating costs in Alameda County. SAIC assists StopWaste.Org in performing the full range of services within this Partnership. The Team has worked with over 700 businesses located across the county in various industry sectors.


KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Ø Conducting marketing calls to businesses to promote the StopWaste Business Partnership and set up site visits
Ø Contacting local businesses through ‘door- to- door’ visits to promote the Partnership Program, if deemed effective
Ø Performing site assessments at businesses which may include waste characterization analysis using a site assessment form
Ø Providing businesses with educational and program support materials
Ø Producing written reports using a standard template. Reports may include recommended waste prevention measures; referrals to recycling vendors; instructions on how to implement a diversion program; and cost savings information.
Ø Conducting follow-up to assess if outreach efforts lead to recycling program enhancement.
Ø Documentation of activity and progress using a web-based tracking system developed for this program.
Ø Summarizing metrics and progress in concise reports, e.g., number of businesses contacted evaluation of responses, etc.
Ø Provide support to other related tasks as required.

Candidates will be provided with the necessary training in order to carry out the duties as described above and will be assigned to a mentor who will work 1-on-1 with the candidate. SAIC will provide the following:

Ø Office space and computer
Ø All training and oversight
Ø Cell phones
Ø Mileage reimbursements

Recycling Program Coordinator [posted 06/30/2010]
Waste Management, Inc.

Waste Management, North America’s largest environmental company, is recruiting for a Recycling Program Coordinator for outreach to schools to develop and promote recycling programs. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the creation of electronic presentations and printed materials; some projects may require working with city environmental staff to promote recycling initiatives. This is a full-time position based in our Castroville, CA office. We offer a competitive salary, annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. EOE employer

To apply, please visit www.wmcareers.com <http://www.wmcareers.com> and refer to requisition #101535.

Curbside Recycling Cart Rollout Education Campaign - Freelance Project Manager [posted 6/7/2010]
Ecology Center - Berkeley, CA

Ecology Center seeks an experienced freelance project manager to oversee the deployment of a new cart based curbside recycling education campaign in Berkeley, California.

Background:
The Ecology Center operates the longest running curbside collection program in the country, under contract with the City of Berkeley. Since its beginning in 1973, the Ecology Center has focused the program on community education, solid operational capacity, cost efficiency, and high environmental standards.

As part of the City’s Zero Waste and Climate Action goals the City has renewed its contract with the Ecology Center and is implementing a cart based collection program this fall. The freelance position is responsible for overseeing the public education and public relations components of the project.

Duties:
Work with design firm and Ecology Center staff to develop education campaign develop concept, ad copy, messaging, and key art
Oversee development by design firm and deployment of cart art, mailings, door hangers, electronic media, and brochures.
Manage design firm contract to ensure budget and specification compliance.
Write copy for and place articles in community newsletters and other venues as appropriate
Write press releases and do follow up presswork
Create booth presence for use at local events with interactive components Attend events as needed (including nights and weekends) and recruit and oversee volunteer support staff.

Qualifications:
3-5 years working on waste reduction and recycling issues
3 years project management
Considerable experience working with design firms
Extensive experience in copy writing for education campaigns, newsletters, and press releases
Strong background in developing community education initiatives and tabling at public events
Extensive public relations experience
Experience with public speaking and community engagement
Spanish language skills a plus

Requirements:
Bachelors Degree or comparable work experience
Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds 100 ft
Must be able to use a phone and computer keyboard
Must be able to climb stairs
Must have valid California Drivers License and clean DMV record

Length of assignment:
July through October 31, 2010

Submit resumes, samples of prior work and a cover letter to
Recycling@ecologycenter.orgreycycling@ecologycenter.org

Recycling Coordinator [posted 6/8/2010]
RecycleMore - San Pablo, CA

RecycleMore, also known as the West Contra Costa Integrated Waste Management Authority, is recruiting for an enthusiastic, hard working person to assist with various waste reduction and recycling programs.  We need help 30 to 37.5 hours a week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.  A valid California Drivers License, proof of insurance and a good driving record are required.  

For a list of duties, required skills, compensation and application instructions visit http://www.recyclemore.com/article.asp?key=23  or call (510) 215-3125 for more information. Resumes and cover letters must be received in our office by Friday, July 2, 2010, 5:00pm; 13831 San Pablo Avenue, San Pablo, CA 94806, Attn: Recycling Coordinator Recruitment.  Faxes will not be accepted. EOE.

Program Manager I: Bay-Friendly Landscaping for Landscape Professionals [posted 6/8/2010]
StopWaste.Org - Downtown Oakland
Limited Term, Half time, 20 hours per week; excellent benefit package
 
StopWaste.Org (the Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Recycling Board) is seeking a Program Manager for its Bay-Friendly Landscaping for Landscape Professionals program.
The employee will have responsibilities within the Agency's Bay-Friendly programs. The objectives encompassed by the programs include the following:

• For the landscape professional sector: promotion of Bay-Friendly practices training & qualification programs, workshops and other outreach. Target audience: design, construction and maintenance professionals in both the public and private sector.
• For the commercial/public building sector: design assistance, financial incentives and training to assist cities and others to implement Bay-Friendly practices/policies and incorporate Bay-Friendly practices and products into public facilities and other public-benefit projects, such as low-income housing. Target audience: cities and Alameda County, other public agencies, and non-profit affordable housing developers.

A full job description, salary information and application (due July 8, 2010) are available at www.stopwaste.org/jobs <http://www.stopwaste.org/jobs>  or by calling (510) 891-6500.

Waste Management Agency Executive Director (WMAED) (posted 6/7/2010)
Sonoma County Waste Management Agenc - Santa Rosa, CA

The County of Sonoma Waste Management Agency (SCWMA) is seeking an experienced administrative professional to fill the position of Waste Management Agency Executive Director (WMAED). The Sonoma County Waste Management Agency (Agency) is an independent joint powers agency which includes the County of Sonoma and all nine Sonoma County cities (Cloverdale, Cotati, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Sonoma, and Town of Windsor) as member agencies. The Agency Board of Directors is a ten member board with each member agency having one representative.

Filing Deadline:
7/6/2010 11:59:00 PM

http://www.jobaps.com/sonoma/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=1006&R2=5191&R3=O

Environmental Education Associate (four positions available) (posted 6/7/2010)
StopWaste.Org - Oakland, CA

Hourly-Intermittent: 20-30 hours a week (ending June 10, 2011)
$20.00 per hour; no fringe benefit (except for FICA)
 
StopWaste.Org (the Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Recycling Board) has four job openings for Environmental Education Associates.
 
The Environmental Education Associate assists in the operation of the irecycle@school Education Center field trips for 4th grade and high school classes located at the Davis Street Transfer Station and Fremont Transfer Station. The position receives day-to-day direction from the Education Center coordinator or program manager and reports to work at the Davis Street Transfer Station in San Leandro, CA, operated by Waste Management Inc. and in addition, the Fremont Transfer Station in Fremont, CA, operated by BLT Enterprises.
 
A full job description and application (due June 30, 2010) are available at www.stopwaste.org/jobs or by calling (510) 891-6500.

Volunteer & Help CUESA be Waste Wise
 
  
The Center for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture is proud to launch it's new Waste Wise Farmers Market. In an effort to green the market, we're introducing custom-made Waste Wise stations and informational displays around the market. To ensure every can, plate, fork, and crumb makes it to the right place, we'll need a team of volunteer monitors each week.
  
As a Waste Wise station monitor, not only will you help divert tons of waste from a landfill, you'll also help educate thousands of shoppers about being waste wise.
  
We need volunteers every Tuesday from 9:30am - 2pm beginning April 15, and every Saturday from 7:30am - 2pm beginning April 19th. This opportunity is perfect for both individuals and groups of all ages. Each day will begin with a half hour training and refreshments. Gloves, aprons and PikStiks will be provided.
  
For more information, please call Ashleigh Collier, volunteer coordinator at 415-291-3276, x. 105 or email ashleigh@cuesa.org

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