Education and Innovation Specialist

I. Job Summary

This position is directly responsible for meeting recycling and waste reduction goals for multifamily properties outlined in county agreements and additional recycling innovation projects assigned by the manager. The specialist will have a thorough understanding of WM service offerings and be able to utilize WM relationships and resources to achieve county agreement recycling and sustainability goals.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Thoroughly understands the county agreements; develops and implements programs to achieve and surpass contractual metrics.
• Conducts outreach to multifamily properties working with the property manager and educating residents to change behavior and improve recycling practices.
• Understands which behaviors have the most impact on diversion rates/recycling outcomes and is able to make innovative yet credible and implementable recommendations to the wide variety of stakeholders. Takes the lead in developing solutions; is a thought leader.
• Designs and delivers educational programs and presentations focused on achieving sustainability goals and driving awareness of WM efforts in the community. Is able to understand customer base develop an effective approach and customize programs/presentations to customer needs.
• Conducts site surveys and waste audits in order to make credible recommendations to customers based on sound business rationales. Knows Area specific capabilities per district and ensures that recommendations are in alignment with operational capacity - current and customer needs and how to formulate suggestions and proposals in ways that meet customer needs. Has the WM product knowledge necessary in order to recommend alternative solutions that may meet customer needs.
• Uses WM knowledge and relationships to ensure flawless execution of WM service delivery.
• Has a deep understanding of WMs overall business and strategy and demonstrates support of WMs strategic goals consistently.
• Works as a team with Public Sector to assist in creating overall strategy for the county agreement.
• Cultivates and improves community partnerships by attending and participating in public events meetings and other programs on behalf of the recycling organization.
• Prepares and files various reports for internal and external use such as recycling program analysis.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree (accredited) in Environmental Science Resource Management Education Public Administration or a related field or in lieu of degree
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
• 2 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
• Valid Driver License and reliable transportation

B. Preferred Qualifications

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands physical and occupational risks and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Combination:

This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers phones copy machines etc.

The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $62200 - $77800. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates relevant experience education training certifications qualifications and work location.

V. Benefits
At WM each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan Company match on 401K and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation Holidays and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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