Waste Diversion Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The WasteDiversionCoordinator performs administrative and hands-on work to maximize waste diversion in internal county operations and facilities. This includes coordinating the collection evaluation redistribution and disposal of county-owned surplus furniture equipment and supplies managing trash and recycle hauling contracts and recycling programs and education for county staff and visitors. The position ensures all activitiescomply withcounty policiespurchasingregulations accounting principles and environmental standards. This role supports countywide sustainability goals by maximizing reuse recycling and responsible disposal of materials.

SCHEDULE:

Primarily works in office with at home work occasionally. This role operates on a Monday-Thurs schedule workingup to40 hours a week.This role is a limited positionwith an end date expected early 2027.

Work is performed in office and dock/warehouse environments. The position may require frequent standing walking bending and lifting. Some exposure to dust debris and warehouse conditions may occur.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range:$79800 -$90227USD Annually

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education experience and skills.

BENEFITS:

Roles receives Limited Term benefits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinatethe pickup inventory and tracking of surplus furniture equipment e-waste and supplies from county Departments Divisions and Offices.

• Evaluate items for reuse recycling donation auction or disposalin accordance withcounty policy and applicable laws.

• Maintainaccuraterecords of property disposition including documentation of sales and recycling transactions.

• Procureand manage vendor contractsi.e.; recyclers movers donations disposaletc.and coordinate with internal county departments divisions and offices to schedule transfers pickups and deliveries.

• Explore new solutions for maximizing waste diversion such as an internal asset re-use software public auctions of surplus materialsand forging partnerships with community-based organizations / non-profits for donations.

• Overseetrash and recycling disposal in county facilities including managing vendor contracts pickup schedulesreceptaclesand educational materials for building occupants. Assist with coordination of office relocations furniture layout and installations and facility space changes as assigned.

• Prepare periodic reports summarizing surplus activity recycling/re-use data and cost savings.

• Promote and support county sustainability initiatives and waste reduction programs.

• Provide customer service and guidance to departments regarding surplus property procedures available reusable assets and overall recycling efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:Three years related workexpereience

Education:BachelorsDegree

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledge skills and abilities:

• Ability to balance competing priorities from a range of stakeholders using a high degree of tact.

• Desire to make a difference locally in Jefferson County.

• Critical thinking skills.

• Ability to manage budgets and understand financial documents.

• Ability to interpret and manage a wide variety of data.

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills for a variety of audiences

• Knowledge of asset management and surplus disposal procedures.

• Familiarity with recycling and sustainability practices.

• Ability tomaintainaccurateinventory and tracking records.

• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and asset tracking software.

• Effective communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to lift and move furniture and equipment up to 50 pounds safely.

• Valid drivers license and ability to travel between county facilities.

Additional Job Information:

• A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references for all positions.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilitiesto apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must submitan online employment application by11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now:Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

• A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.

• In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into yourcandidate portal.

For more details on the recruitment process please visit: the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or