Waste Reduction Assistant Job at City of Santa Cruz, CA
City of Santa Cruz, CA United States
$4,155 - $5,847 a month
Class Title
Waste Reduction Assistant
Class Code
225
Salary
$4,155.00 - $5,847.00 Monthly
Basic Function
Under general supervision, assists in the planning, organization, publicizing and conducting of public education and promotional programs for waste reduction, recycling, household hazardous waste disposal, pollution prevention and related areas; works with staff and the public to assist them in identifying waste reduction and recycling problems and opportunities; and performs other related work as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The
Waste Reduction Assistant is the journey level classification in the Waste Reduction series. This classification is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation and outreach of various recycling and waste reduction programs, making presentations to businesses, schools and community groups, performing general clerical tasks and providing routine information to the public. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Management Analyst-Waste Reduction in that the latter is responsible for the more technical and complex projects and programs and oversees the work of the Waste Reduction Assistant.
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Schedules, plans and makes presentations related to waste reduction and recycling to schools, businesses and community groups; sets up meetings to identify appropriate methods and needs for outreach; develops presentation materials and displays; schedules and conducts tours of resource recovery facilities for various groups.
- Identifies creative and effective methods to assist businesses, schools and residents including multi-family complexes in identifying waste reduction and recycling opportunities; assists in identifying target businesses and groups for outreach efforts; assists in developing strategies for outreach to targeted groups; develops presentations and materials for outreach.
- May work with collections staff and Resource Recovery Facility staff to identify routes and customers with high potential for contamination in carts and containers.
- May conduct field inspections of customer carts and containers to identify contamination problems and improper use; maintains records and prepares notices and correspondence related to improper use; contacts customers in person, by phone or by sending information to educate them and change behaviors.
- Develops display materials for special events; assists in identifying potential locations for educational/informational displays on waste reduction and recycling; plans and prepares displays ensuring age and interest appropriateness; may staff display booths to answer questions and distribute information.
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of written materials, including brochures, advertisements, surveys, newsletters, web pages, social media posting, reports, and correspondence; researches and writes outreach and promotional articles and press releases; distributes informational materials and educational brochures related to waste reduction and recycling to the public; assists in gathering information for, and writing portions of, grant applications.
- Provides clerical support; answers phones; responds to public inquiries; makes meeting arrangements; assists in the coordination of special events, including the scheduling of presenters.
- Provides direction, coordination and training to volunteers and interns.
- Assists with presentations to the Public Works Commission or City Council.
- May represent the Management Analyst - Waste Reduction at meetings.
- Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting; standing and walking on level and uneven surfaces; reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping; and working indoors and outdoors. This position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written materials and a computer monitor. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push display boards, folding tables, presentation materials, files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. This position requires giving tours outdoors at the resource recovery facility and inspecting refuse and recycling containers which involve being around heavy equipment, tools and machinery and may expose the incumbent to fumes, hazardous materials, odors, dust, rain, mud and slippery conditions. Incumbent may be required to climb ladders to reach stored supplies and put up displays. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:
Education and Experience:
High school graduation or equivalent; and- Two years of experience providing public information and/or public education. Successful completion of one year of college-level coursework in marketing, public administration, education, environmental studies, journalism or a related field OR one year of experience in environmental education or resource management may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Knowledge:
- Standard office practices, procedures and equipment.
- Proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and business correspondence format.
Abilities:
- Effectively assist in the planning and coordination of programs and events.
- Plan, prepare and present educational programs appropriate to specific audiences.
- Learn about regulations, services and programs related to waste reduction and recycling.
- Use computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing programs and presentation software.
- Understand, interpret, apply and explain policies and procedures.
- Interpret and communicate technical information to non-technical groups and individuals.
- Make effective oral presentations.
- Prepare written reports, correspondence, procedure manuals, brochures and educational materials.
- Proofread for spelling and typographical errors.
- Make sound decisions within established guidelines
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Work independently, within established guidelines.
- Follow written and oral directions
- Operate a camera to take photos for publications.
- Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Principles and practices of environmental education and/or resource management.
- Principles and practices of integrated solid waste management.
- Skill to type 45 words per minute.
- Ability to speak Spanish.
Career Ladder
Career Ladder
- Superintendent of Resource Recovery
- Management Analyst- Waste Reduction assignment
- Waste Reduction Assistant
Class Detail
Reports to: Management Analyst or Superintendent of Resource Recovery
Supervises: May provide direction to volunteers and interns
Bargaining Unit: Service
Classification No.: 225
Classification No.: 225
Date of Issue: 12/05
Supersedes: 4/16
Reviewed 2/22
SALARY
- This classification belongs to the Service bargaining unit and has a nine-step salary range. All classifications in this bargaining unit add an additional wage Step J on 7/14/18 by MOU agreement. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. The current salary schedule is posted on the City website. See MOU for salary practices.
UNION REPRESENTATION
- This classification belongs to the Service Employees' bargaining unit. All employees within this unit are represented by the Service Employees' International Union.
APPOINTMENT
- Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted, to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment
. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period (unless specified as 12-month by Service Employees MOU) which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
LEAVE
Vacation – 80 hours/year up to 5 years, 120 hours/year 6-10 years, plus 8 hours for each year after 10 years up to a maximum of 160 hours/year.
Sick – 12 days/year
Holidays – up to 11 days/year
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
INSURANCE – (available to employee and eligible dependents)
Medical – Depends on plan selected; City generally pays 95% of the cost of coverage (pro-rated for part-time).
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage (pro-rated for part-time). Plus an additional $29.50 per pay period.
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage (pro-rated for part-time). Plus an additional $29.50 per pay period.
Life – City provides a $20,000 life insurance policy.
Long Term Disability – City provides a long term disability plan.
RETIREMENT
All new regular employees become members of PERS. Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% @ 62 (3 year average). Prior PERS membership may affect retirement formula. Employees contribute 9.75% of their salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis. An employee is vested after 5 years of membership. No Social Security is withheld.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (not all inclusive)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Accident Protection Insurance
Bilingual Pay if required by position
Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance
Direct Deposit
Discount Bus Pass Program
Flexible Spending Plans for Health & Dependent Care
Longevity Pay (after 10 years and 15 years)
In lieu Medical Reimbursement of $200 /month (if not participating in City offered Medical Plan)
Shift Differential
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
The information included in this listing is subject to change and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Leaves and most Insurance contributions are pro-rated for part-time benefited employees.
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