As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

This position is a hybrid role and you will be required to travel to different sites, events, and community or municipal meetings. Infrequent overnight stays will be necessary for conferences. Are you okay with traveling by personal car throughout the market area? This position does not include relocation assistance. If you live in another state or outside of the market area, please explain if you are willing to relocate and your timeline on your resume or cover letter when applying.

I. Job Summary
WM is looking for an education and outreach coordinator to join our award-winning team of waste reduction/recycling educators. Protecting the environment is a core value at WM. Our public education and outreach team activates this value every day, bringing both passion and expertise to empower the community to reduce waste and recycle right. You will be joining a collaborative team supportive of learning, growth, and career development.

This position is directly responsible for meeting recycling goals outlined in assigned municipal contracts or as assigned by the manager. The education and outreach coordinator will develop a thorough understanding of WM service offerings and be able to utilize WM relationships and resources to achieve municipality recycling and sustainability goals.

Each day on the job brings new, dynamic opportunities. You will help businesses with sustainability goals, work with apartment managers to educate residents on proper recycling, table at community events, and give recycling 101 presentations to community organizations.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Identifies, develops, and conducts waste reduction education programs for businesses, multifamily complexes, and residents, through in-person, phone, virtual and email communication.
• Thoroughly understands the WM contract; develops, implements, and reports on outreach programs to achieve and surpass contractual metrics.
• Understands which behaviors have the most impact on diversion rates/recycling outcomes and is able to make innovative yet credible and implementable recommendations to a wide variety of municipal 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 and customize programs/presentations to customer needs.
• Conducts site visits and waste audits to determine trash, compost, and recycling service level needs and make recommendations for program improvement.
• Works as a team with Public Sector Sales to assist in creating overall strategy for the municipality and contract.
• Provides customer facility tours on an as needed basis.
• Cultivates community partnerships by attending and participating in public events, meetings and other programs on behalf of the recycling organization.
• Prepares and presents various outreach reports for internal and external use, such as recycling program analysis.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with others on the team to train and manage the summer WM Recycle Corps interns.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

• Education: Associate's 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) and 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience: No previous work experience required (in addition to education requirement).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Demonstrated expertise and skills in environmental, sustainability and/or education fields.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse, multicultural populations.
• Adept at understanding the meaning of contract language.
• Organized and able to implement strategies and plans effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Expert small and large group presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of WM products and operations, or an eagerness to learn.
• Aware and adaptable in communication styles.
• Able to use influencing skills with community stakeholders, customers and internally within WM.
• Ability to think creatively, problem solve, and work independently while staying organized.

D. Preferred Qualifications:

• Passion for sustainability, especially waste reduction, recycling, and materials management.
• Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Somali, Amharic, Korean, or Tagalong.
• 1 to 3 years of experience working in outreach, education, or resource conservation.
• Knowledge of the recycling industry.

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This role is designated as remote within the Seattle area. All office-based work will be done from the employee’s home office or the employee’s remote work location, with regular indoor and outdoor fieldwork around the Seattle area.

Occasional weekend and evening event work is required.

The expected salary range for this position is $64,170 - $80,155. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a bonus.

Exempt positions: Employees will also receive discretionary time off, up to 80 hours of paid sick time per year and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additionally, the company has a leave pay policy that provides for up to 4 weeks of paid leave in a rolling 12-month period for qualifying.

Benefits
At Waste Management, 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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