The City of Worcester is an EEO/AA Employer. Preference is given to Worcester residents.
ZERO WASTE COORDINATOR
DEPARTMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE
CITY OF WORCESTER
The City of Worcester seeks applicants for the position of Zero Waste Coordinator for the Department of Sustainably and Resilience. This position will assist with implementation of Zero Waste goals of the Green Worcester Sustainability and Resilience Strategic Plan (GWP) and will work closely with the Department of Public Works & Parks. The Zero Waste Coordinator will coordinate the development and implementation of a Zero Waste Master Plan to promote waste prevention, materials reuse, and diversion of food waste. The coordinator will lead public outreach campaigns including developing content for educational and outreach materials on zero waste topics; attend community events to educate the public about the city’s zero waste initiatives; and increase awareness of recycling requirements to ensure compliance with state and local laws, in collaboration with residents, public schools, institutions, businesses and community groups. The coordinator will also expand on the existing and initiate new municipal programs to divert waste; and will organize and/or participate in waste collection events. The employee will prepare and submit required annual MassDEP reports, pursue applicable MassDEP grants and other grant opportunities to advance GWP zero waste goals, and will review and propose changes to the policies, practices, ordinances, and laws governing the collection, recycling, and disposal of household solid waste.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
o An equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for the above degree requirement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SALARY RANGE: $68,500 -$76,159 annually, full-time, with an excellent benefits package.
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, MAY 19, 2023, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov