Job Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the online application and be prepared to attach required documents. For references, please include names and current contact information of three professional references. Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by posting end date.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Job Title

Recycling and Zero Waste Coordinator

Applications Accepted From

Public: Open to the public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application and be prepared to attach required documents. For references, please include names and current contact information of three professional references. Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by posting end date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number

20166314S

Job Description

Coordinates the dally operations of Recycling and Zero Waste which includes: training and supervising a student core team of 12 to 20 student staff, and 40+ student extended staff, and a fluctuating number of community service volunteers. Includes assigning and ensuring work order completion; closing work orders in TMA; collection of data for reporting purposes; coordination of shipping of materials to recycling partners; surveying the campus to identify daily, weekly and long-term needs; and payroll processing. Assists in Education, Media, Marketing and Outreach campaigns including event planning and event management. The position is proactive in identifying and creating efficient systems to meet the recycling and zero waste needs of Ohio University.



Job Duties:

• Operations Management – Leads and/or assists the Recycling Manager in the following: survey’s job sites and identifies campus needs, manages TMA work orders and coordinates needed actions to ensure quality completion of tasks, identifies areas of potential improvement in campus systems while researching and developing efficiencies to increase waste recovery rates. Handles applicable reporting details to courts and judiciaries. Maintains waste stream data for Sustainability Plan tracking, communication with all applicable University, vendor and regional stakeholders. Ordering and maintaining inventory, coordinating the shipping of materials, ensuring safety and cleanliness of the facility. Complies with all laws, University policies, and safety regulations. Coordinates and leads weekend and evening shifts as needed. Knowledge and/or ability to learn Microsoft Office and internal software programs necessary.

• Staff Management -Leads and/or assists the Recycling Manager in the following: Ensures productivity of staff with broad discretion to prioritize needs, schedule, assign and oversee student staff, community service and volunteers. Trains staff and volunteers including interviewing prospective new hires, evaluating job performance, tracking attendance, coaching and disciplinary action as needed

• Education, Media, Marketing, and Outreach – Leads and/or assists the Recycling Manager in the following: Event planning and event management, education and outreach campaigns including written and visual media, social media, workshops, orientations, and trainings. Leads or assists in creation and implementation of web based and graphic design materials as needed.

• Public Relations – Leads and/or assists the Recycling Manager to communicate with customers and administrators to provide quality service, education and information, to identify needs, develop systems and solutions, Leads and/or participates in internal staff, facility management and University department meetings as necessary.

• Maintenance and vehicle operation – Forklift and truck operation as needed. Coordinates maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or vocational or technical school degree
• A minimum of one year work-related experience
• Valid driver’s license
  

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Department

Facilities Management

Pay Rate

The target salary range is $45,837 – $51,377 commensurate with the selected candidate’s education and experience while considering internal equity.


Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at

Job Open Date

08/09/2024

Posting Close Date

08/25/2024

Job Category

Administrative at-will appointment

Months

12 month

Planning Unit

Vice President for Finance & Administration

Work Schedule

Typical work days/hours.


Work Days: Monday-Friday
Work Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm


Will be expected to work select evenings/weekends as project needs require

Campus

Athens

Expected hours worked per week

40 hours per week

Expected duration of assignment

Indefinite

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Mark Call, callm@ohio.edu

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Information

Employment Type

full-time regular

Job Family/Subfamily

Environmental Safety & Police Services-Sustainability

Career Track & Level

IC 2

Pay Grade

CA&P|15|

Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report

Clery Act Statistics

“To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this job posting? If it was on social media or a certain job posting website, please be as specific as possible.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please indicate your level of experience working in a refuse and recycling related field.
  • No related experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year plus, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years plus, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years plus, but less than 7 years
  • 7 years plus

• * Please indicate the highest degree you have earned.
  • No degree
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Bachelor's degree with some graduate work
  • Master's degree
  • Ph.D. or other terminal degree

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Night shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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