Waste Reduction Recycling Compliance Specialist Senior Internal EE applicants only
Waste Reduction Recycling Compliance Specialist Senior Internal EE applicants only
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$ 68888 - 103332
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Posted on :
28-04-2025
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Hennepin Countys Environment and Energy (EE) department is seeking a Waste Reduction and Recycling Compliance Specialist Senior to conduct outreach and compliance efforts related to Ordinance 13 business food waste recycling commercial recycling and multifamily recycling requirements. This position will also provide support in other areas including business multifamily city programs and zero waste initiatives.
Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both onsite at the 625 Building 625 Fourth Avenue South Minneapolis MN 55415 and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m. with occasional evening and weekend work for community events and meetings.While this position is designated as hybrid based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
About this position type:
This is a fulltime benefit earning position. You must be acurrent regular or probationary employee
This position is internally classified as an Environmentalist Senior. Click here to view the job classification specification.
In this position you will:- Lead Ordinance 13 outreach and compliance efforts related to business food waste recycling commercial recycling and multifamily recycling.
- Develop and manage a list of covered generators and related information; identify and verify covered generators; utilize data management system to maintain records manage site visits and track compliance information.
- Perform site visits; develop site visit procedures and forms; conduct outreach and education about the requirements and how to comply; conduct followup inspections enforcement and related work; track site visits findings steps for compliance and compliance status.
- Provide support in other Waste Reduction & Recycling (WR&R) program areas including business multifamily and city programs and zero waste initiatives.
- Investigate complaints received from the public and department.
- Issue citations and take other enforcement actions for ongoing ordinance violations that have not been resolved through education and department assistance.
- Recommend approval or denial of variances.
- Propose and draft ordinance revisions as necessary.
- Represent the county at public meetings and conferences.
- Prepare Ordinance 13 related communications for businesses and residents.
Need to have:- One of the following:
- Bachelors degree or higher in business administration public administration public or environmental policy urban and regional planning environmental or natural science or a field related to the position and two years of experience planning or operating environmental programs such as recycling solid waste or other sustainability programs involving public/private coordination.
- Associates degree in a field closely related to the assignment and four years of experience in work related to the assignment.
- Ability to work in both office and field environments.
- A valid drivers license the ability to obtain a Hennepin County drivers permit.
Nice to have:- Experience:
- In a lead role developing and implementing new programs policies and initiatives that have a broad public audience.
- Providing technical assistance and resources for the waste prevention recycling organics recycling and/or sustainability programs.
- On ordinance enforcement and responding to questions and requests from the regulated community and others.
- Using data management systems to maintain records manage site visits and/or inspections and track compliance information.
- Ability to:
- Be objective and handle difficult situations in a professional manner.
- Relate and work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; comfortable making phone calls conducting site visits as well as writing and editing content.
- Strong organizational time management and analytical skills.
About the department:
The Environment and Energy department protects and preserves the environment to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. We engage communities to develop and enact sustainable solutions. We focus on reducing and responsibly managing waste protecting and preserving ecosystems delivering clean energy and promoting environmental stewardship.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities eliminate inequities and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy all people are valued and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community competitive pay worklife balance a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more atThe Bridge(login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.Note: You must attach a cover letter and resume with your application materials to be considered for this position.
This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test and/or background check.
If you have any questions please contact:Fahad Mansoor
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Employment Type
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