Job Specification
MUNICIPAL RECYCLING COORDINATOR
DEFINITION:
Under direction, plans, develops, implements, and coordinates the
recycling program of a local jurisdiction; does other related
duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Plans, coordinates, and develops the recycling program for a
jurisdiction for the efficient disposal of recyclable material
such as metal cans, glass bottles, used oil, paper products, and
so forth.
Develops and implements plans for promoting the recycling
program.
Writes and distributes educational material, press releases, and
other informational materials to promote the recycling program
and encourage participation of residents in the program.
Writes the jurisdiction=s recycling proposals, applications for
grants, and prepares drafts of recycling contracts.
Consults with concerned officials for the purpose of expanding
and improving the recycling program and its efficiency.
Coordinates recycling program activities with the collection of
other solid waste materials, whether by private contractor or by
the municipality.
Oversees the work performed onsite by contractors or public
employees.
Inspects general quality of work and/or compliance with
contractual agreement and/or adherence to specifications.
Contacts vendors and contractors to request information on the
prices of materials and/or services to develop cost projections
of recovering recyclable materials.
Prepares correspondence to contractors, cooperating agencies, and
town officials to provide information and answer inquiries
regarding the recycling program.
Recommends where disposal units for recyclable materials should
be placed within the jurisdiction based on greatest impact of
accessibility by citizens.
May negotiate recycling contracts with private firms to provide
the greatest revenue return for the recyclable material.
Recommends the purchase of equipment such as crushing machines so
as to reduce the bulk of the transported product to the
contracted recycling firm.
Determines to what extent material needs to be segregated,
identified, and handled to prepare it for disposal.
Determines type of equipment and personnel needed to accomplish
the segregation, identification, and handling of material.
Arranges for space, equipment, and personnel to carry out the
disposal activities in an efficient, economical, and proper
manner.
Evaluates the adequacy and appropriateness of policies and
procedures guiding the program.
Periodically conducts specific market analysis to determine how
materials will be most effectively reclaimed for recycling at the
greatest overall benefit to the municipality.
Analyzes handling procedures to determine need for improving or
changing approach or technique.
Ensures the cleanliness of the recyclable disposable locations.
Develops and maintains harmonious relations with government,
professional and civic groups, and industry personnel.
Speaks before various groups to apprise them of the purpose and
goals of the recycling program and to elicit their support.
Prepares cost estimates on the cost and revenue acquired from
this program.
Establishes and maintains essential records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in the management of a solid
waste, recycling, or resource recovery program.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license
valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential
duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the aims, goals, and objectives of a recycling
program.
Knowledge of methods used to formulate and execute plans
for the effective utilization of available funds, personnel, equipment,
and supplies.
Knowledge of methods used to collect, store, transport, separate,
process, recycle, recover, and dispose of recyclable materials.
Knowledge of problems involved in the implementation and
coordination of a recycling program.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply the laws and regulations of
the State of New Jersey relevant to the storage, collection
transportation, separation, processing, recycling, recovery, and
disposal of recyclable materials.
Ability to keep abreast of current reclamation management
methods, techniques, and practices.
Ability to review and analyze program operations and to make
changes as necessary.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative
reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to maintain and establish essential records and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency,
office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate
in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as
long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after
reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations.
If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 07622 | | L | C | | N/A | 05 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
2/13/1997 |
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