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Job Title:Zero Waste Coordinator
Department:Administration and Planning | FOD Operations Sustainability
Job Description The Zero Waste Coordinator works closely with the Zero Waste Manager to develop and execute strategies to advance university's zero waste initiative, to divert 90% of waste away from landfills through recycling, composting, reuse, and waste reduction.
This position coordinates, monitors, and supports existing zero waste programs while also developing and implementing modifications to improve program effectiveness. Coordinate the implementation of existing programs including but not limited to: Zero Waste Event Services; waste diversion performance tracking and data analysis, and internal media messaging. This position will provide support and coordination in numerous areas including: waste characterization studies and waste audits, outreach and engagement planning, signage development and standardization, infrastructure monitoring and improvements, building design standards recommendations, organics diversion planning, grant writing, identifying outlets for hard-to-recycle materials, and business case development for new projects. The Zero Waste Coordinator researches and maintains working knowledge of best practices of zero waste efforts in the areas of circular economy, waste reduction, organics diversion, recycling, and diversion of hard-to-recycle items. Recruits and manages interns and students to perform research or work on sustainability related projects.
Minimum Education Required Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications Two (2) years relevant or equivalent experience in 1 or more of the following fields: sustainability/environmental stewardship/ green buildings/waste minimization and recycling; experience in project management, strategic planning and/or policy development, budgeting, facilitating groups, employee communications, conducting research, and strong writing skills for a variety of audiences; demonstrated organizational, communications skills; ability to educate/motivate; ability to work well with students and other constituents; prior project management experience with proven ability to meet deadlines and remain on budget; team player/multi-tasker; ability to establish and follow priorities; Facilitation and consensus based decision-making.
Desired QualificationsMaster's Degree; certification in an environmental field; TRUE Zero Waste Certification; 2-4 years of relevant experience; valid driver's license.
Additional Information:The target hiring range for this job profile is $58,700 - $77,200 annually. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Function - Facilities, Engineering, and Acquisition
Sub Function - Environmental Sustainability
Band - Individual Contributor - Specialized
Level - S2
Location:Maintenance Building (0078)
Position Type:Regular
Scheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift
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