Zero Waste Outreach Coordinator Job at City of Boston in Boston

Overview

This provisional appointment is for the Zero Waste Outreach Coordinator role at City of Boston.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and directs the activities of the City of Boston recycling programs and zero waste goals.
• Meets with neighborhood groups to discuss the proper direction of programs, ensuring all health and safety needs of the community are met.
• Interacts with the public concerning the effective implementation of waste recycling.
• Acts as liaison between Waste Reduction, other city departments, and private agencies in matters related to waste recycling.
• Creates flyers and stickers to increase public awareness of various City of Boston recycling programs.
• Posts educational verbiage on social media regarding the City of Boston recycling programs.
• Monitors and reports the results of recycling programs; keeps accurate files and program records.
• Performs related work as required.

Required to work any and all emergencies as directed by the Chief of Streets or designee.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, community outreach experience.
• Considerable ability to direct the activities of the recycling program; to organize and attend community meetings; to work with communities and other agencies in matters concerning waste recycling.
• Knowledge of social media platforms.
• Graphic design, Adobe, and Microsoft Word are highly preferred.
• Ability to maintain records, create spreadsheets, and present PowerPoint presentations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Flexible hours may be required as needed in support of the position’s duties.

Boston Residency Required.

Terms

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM1-5
Hours per week: 35

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Government Administration