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.

Looking for a way to help out NCRA's mission? Check out our volunteer page.

Current Openings

Recycling Coordinator [posted 5/13/2008]
West Contra Costa Integrated Waste Management Authority

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 www.recyclemore.com or call (510) 215-3125 for more information.  Resumes and cover letters must be in our office by Friday, June 20, 2008, 5:00pm. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.  EOE.

Executive Director [posted 5/13/2008]
West Contra Costa Integrated Waste Management Authority

The West Contra Costa Integrated Waste Management Authority (WCCIWMA) is seeking an Executive Director with a strong background in solid waste management and recycling programs administration. A Bachelor’s Degree in business or public administration, environmental studies, or related field from an accredited college or university is required. A Master’s Degree is desirable.  To apply for this opportunity, please visit www.bobmurrayassoc.com <http://www.bobmurrayassoc.com/> and you will be prompted to apply online. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Bob Murray at (916) 784-9080.  A detailed brochure is available. Filing Deadline: May 30, 2008.

Recycling Coordinator, Program Implementation [posted 5/11/2008]
EcoNomics, Inc.

$45,000 - $60,000 per year

Perform on-site work at all types of businesses (retail, restaurant, hotels, shopping malls, offices and others) in the Southern California region to: (1) determine current level of solid waste and recycling service and desire of management/owner to participate in recycling program,  (2) design recycling program and work with the local solid waste collection company and the City to implement the diversion program at the business, (3) provide follow-up support to the business, answer questions, and monitor diversion program results,  and (4) report results to the City.  Strong interpersonal skills are required to balance the need for an effective citywide recycling program with the operational and business requirements of the commercial sector and the city’s waste hauler. Successful implementation will require diplomacy, tact, and perseverance.

This position requires working approximately 3 weeks of the month performing the site work described above at businesses in the Southern California region (Orange, San Diego, and Riverside Counties) and from EcoNomics' Irvine office.  Approximately 5 business days per month will be spent working at EcoNomics' Los Olivos offices.

Position Responsibilities/Skills Required:

• Assist in the design and implementation of commercial recycling programs at businesses in several cities.  Coordinate and monitor programs with each city’s waste hauler, and attend monthly progress meetings with staff in each city.  Prepare and update Excel spreadsheet to track the status of each business’ diversion program.  Submit the recycling database to each City monthly.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to telephone and meet with busy business owners and managers to discuss recycling programs and to obtain permission to implement diversion programs.  Ability to be persistent, respectful and tactful and to diplomatically handle escalated situations.
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining contact with EcoNomics’ main office via telephone and e-mail on important issues.  Ability to organize data while in the field and to stay in contact with City staff by promptly returning telephone calls and responding to e-mails while in the field.  Ability to be a self-starter coupled with the confidence to ask for help and direction when needed.
• Must be comfortable adapting to a changing travel schedule, some long hours, and the needs of City staff and the businesses implementing diversion programs.
• Ability to effectively apply strong organizational skills to manage detail-oriented tasks such as database upkeep and maintenance.
• Excellent writing skills to prepare reports, agendas, updates, and memorandums to City clients and recycling proposals for businesses.

Education Requirements:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a college or university with major work in Environmental Science, Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, Political Science, Communications, or a related field.  Two years of active involvement in environmental activities or in the solid waste/recycling field (such as volunteer experience, internships, externships or work-study experience) is highly desirable, as is a deep commitment to the environment.  Valid California driver's license is required.  The successful candidate will train in EcoNomics’ Los Olivos office for a period of 3-4 months during which they will travel approximately 3 days per week to the Southern California region.  After the initial training period, the position will be based in EcoNomics' Irvine office with travel at least monthly to the Los Olivos office.

Send letter of interest and resume to the attention of William O'Toole, President.  Electronic submittal should be sent to Judie Stowe, Executive Assistant, EcoNomics, Inc. at judie@economicsinc.net.  Deadline for submission of materials for consideration is June 15, 2008.  Position opened until filled.

EcoNomics is an equal opportunity employer.  We are a small company with a deep commitment to the environment, and have been serving clients in California and the western U.S. since 1977.  We focus on aligning the principles of ecology and economics to create a thriving and creative way of living on planet Earth.

Sustainability Intern [posted 5/11/2008]
City of Richmond

Open: May 9, 2008
Final Filing Date: May 23, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
Compensation: $13.95 – $19.82 per hour, no more than 1000 hours

The City of Richmond is offering an internship opportunity with the City’s Environmental Manager through the City’s Manager’s Office. Under the Environmental Manager’s general supervision and guidance, the Sustainability Intern analyzes, develops, and implements environmental policies, programs, and public information to effectively reduce the City of Richmond’s environmental impact

This internship is an opportunity to gain experience and skills working on a broad range of environmental issues and programs. The intern may assist with the following: outreach and education material development, enhancing the City’s internal recycling program, research on policy implementation including product bans and zero waste ordinances, writing staff reports, a greenhouse gas emissions inventory, environmental events, and other tasks as assigned.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to City of Richmond, Attn: Jenny Oorbeck, Environmental Manager, P.O. Box 4046, Richmond, CA 94804 or jenny_oorbeck@ci.richmond.ca.us. For a detailed job description and further information about the position or the application process, please contact Jenny Oorbeck at (510) 412-2096.

Program Services Specialist II/III [posted 5/7/2008]
StopWaste.Org

StopWaste.Org (the Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Source Reduction and Recycling Board) is seeking a Program Services Specialist II/III as part of StopWaste.Org’s Schools Program team. The PSS will be responsible for the operation of the environmental education programs of the irecycle@school Education Center, oversee waste reduction field trips for 4th and 5th grade classes at the Davis Street Transfer Station, and attend meeting and planning sessions at the Authority’s offices in downtown Oakland. View the program website at www.stopwaste.org For detailed job information and an application, please visit www.stopwaste.org.EOE. or call 510-891-6500

Compensation: PSSII Range: $4,098 - $5,467 PSSIII Range: 4,508 - $6,013

Recycling Program Manager [posted 4/26/2008]
City of Berkeley

Effective Monthly Salary:  $7,523-$9,044 + excellent benefits, which includes 2.7% @55 retirement with CalPERS (City pays the 8% employee contribution).

This is a division level position that is responsible for planning and coordinating a comprehensive solid waste recycling system.  The successful candidate will have the ability to manage recycling contracts, apply for and manage recycling grants, suggest and implement recycling programs, and oversee the Division’s customer service group.

For more details about this position and to apply, visit our website at www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/hr.  Application and resume must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008.

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

Environmental Services internship [posted 3/23/2008]
City of El Cerrito

The City of El Cerrito is offering an Environmental Services internship opportunity ($12.41/hour, no more than 37.5 hours a week, no more than 790 hours total) with the current Integrated Waste Services (IWS) Division, which will be re-organized into the Environmental Services (ES) Division as of July 1, 2008. This is an exciting time to work with the IWS Division, as its scope of duties and programs expands beyond recycling and waste reduction into a broader range of environmental programs, including water and energy conservation, climate protection, and overall sustainability.

The intern may assist with the following programs: commercial recycling program, recycling program customer service, City facilities recycling program, City energy and resource conservation program, 2006 and 2007 greenhouse gas inventory, City environmental events, and general office tasks.

This internship is an opportunity to gain experience and skills in the environmental field, while learning about recycling collection and operations and City government administration.

Please submit a job application form (available at
www.el-cerrito.org/employee_services/instructions.html ), résumé, and cover letter to City of El Cerrito, Attn: Integrated Waste Services Division, Re: Internship, 10940 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito CA 94530. For a detailed job description and further information about the position or the application process, please contact Alexis Petru at (510) 215-4353.

Deadline to apply: open until filled.

Also check out the CRRA website for more job listings at: http://www.crra.com/jobsrfp/index.html