[job]: UW Recycling Recycling Project Coordinator
UW Recycling has one opening for a Recycling Project Coordinator. This position would begin immediately and is a 6-month paid position with the opportunity to work full-time during the summer and part-time during Fall quarter (weekly hours are flexible). We’re looking for qualified and dedicated students interested in environmental issues and sustainability to build their overall skills and experience.
To view the full job description and apply, interested and qualified candidates should sign in to Husky Jobs, www.huskyjobs.washington.edu/students/and search by job number: 6137
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UW Recycling MiniMax Recycling Project Coordinator
Start Date: Immediately
Hours/Times: Negotiable
Compensation: $12 per hour
General Description:
Under the direction of the Program Operations Manager, provide specialized coordination of the MiniMax program, a campus-wide recycling and solid waste campaign that advocates personal responsibility of waste generation and disposal by promoting minimum waste and maximum recycling.
General job responsibilities include:
Provide coordination of the MiniMax program, a campus-wide recycling and solid waste program on the main UW campus. Work with Recycling & Solid Waste staff regarding implementation of the MiniMax program and installation of the recycling and waste collection containers. Resolve inquiries and complaints regarding the program and its implementation.
Coordinate and conduct “building-to-building” education and outreach to promote the program and overall waste reduction efforts. This includes site visits and developing detailed installation plans. Advise UW faculty, staff, students, and the general public regarding the policies and procedures for the MiniMax program.
Work directly with Manager and Program Coordinators to implement the MiniMax program campus-wide. Develop and distribute promotional and educational material as needed. Assemble, label, or otherwise prepare recycling and waste containers for installation. Assist in distribution and placement of collection containers at each participating building.
Conduct systems analysis on effectiveness of program and its impact on overall waste diversion efforts. Identify efficiencies and needed areas of improvement.
Maintain and update department equipment inventory records and MiniMax building list; perform physical inventories as required.
Use word processing, graphics, statistical, spreadsheet and database software as required.
Provide general administrative support to Recycling & Solid Waste staff as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Pursuing an undergraduate degree or a Masters degree Good oral and written communications skills
Good project coordination skills
Good customer service skills
Desirable Qualifications
Experience conducting educational outreach or coordinating promotions/campaigns
Experience and/or interest in recycling, composting or related field (eg. solid waste management, waste prevention, etc.)