Environmental Health Specialist I- Waste Diversion

Environmental Health Specialist I- Waste Diversion

*Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available*

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.   The application must be filled out completely; stating “see resume” anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option.  Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.
The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Environmental Health Specialist I – Waste Diversion

Department: Environmental Health and Sustainability

Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: This role will support and advance waste reduction and diversion efforts within the City of Aspen consistent with the organization’s values and mission statement. This position will monitor the Rio Grande Recycle Center to ensure only the appropriate materials are in the containers; will assist residents, businesses, and HOA’s in utilizing curbside recycling services; will help in educational efforts to help the community comply with local regulations; work in collaboration with Waste Diversion and Recycling Program Administrator to advance Aspen’s waste diversion and Greenhouse Gas reduction goals. This is high public contact work requiring a high level of customer service consistent with the organization’s values and mission statement.

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Environmental Health Administrator

Essential Job Functions:

Waste Diversion Educating the public about waste reduction through distributing printed materials and face-to-face interactions on how to properly divert waste through reusables, recycling, and composting at Rio Grande Recycling Center, and through curbside pick-up services. Monitoring, sorting, and cleaning at the Rio Grande Recycle Center. Working with businesses and multi-family complexes to increase waste diversion practices. Recording information about participation and violations at the Rio Grande Recycle Center. Relaying feedback from users of the center to the Environmental Health staff. Conduct trainings with organizations and businesses on how to properly recycle, compost and reduce waste in Aspen. Recording public input about waste systems and diversion programs. Tracking how much material is being diverted through various collection programs. Research into zero waste best practices, attend webinars and conferences hosted by partners. Assists the preparation of technical memos and documents as part of presentations to City Council.
Program Support

This position works to support Rio Grande Recycling Center and public outreach by performing a variety of program operational tasks which may include but is not limited to cleaning, picking up materials, or other tasks as needed. Reporting illegal dumping to the Environmental Health staff and communicating with violators about how to comply with the Municipal Code.
This position will collaborate with various City departments to implement waste reduction and diversion practices through trainings and project development.
Outreach

Implements outreach in a variety of programs, including but not limited to design work, coordination and organization of meetings, distribution of information to interested groups, copying and distribution of informational material. Helps plan events, develop material, assist with preparation, and promote community events.
Citizen Concern Response

Responds to and helps resolve citizen complaints related to noise, dust, trash, and other issues.  Investigates issues and enforces city codes related to the environment and protection of health.
Data Analysis

Collects, monitors, and analyzes technical data, develops reports and graphic presentations of results. Surveying residents, visitors, and businesses about waste reduction practices and programs.

Core Competencies Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities:

Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
Stewardship: Balances  social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen’s unique culture, opportunities and challenges.
Communication : Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication.  Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills.  Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position.  Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.
Interest in learning about relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to effectively communicate waste reduction and diversion strategies and proper separation for recycle and compost collection.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written communications.
Ability to recognize problems and effectively work independently or with others to reach a viable solution.
Ability to effectively and efficiently provide exceptional customer service and possess the ability to take necessary steps to assist anyone with their needs with a pleasant attitude daily.
Must be proficient in the use of basic computer skills such as emailing, word documents, and excel spreadsheets.
Possesses interpersonal skills including understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others and relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree which should include coursework in environmental studies and/or sustainability.

Experience: A minimum one year of professional level experience in environmental sustainability, waste reduction, or other related field is required.

Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient in the following areas: Microsoft Outlook Email, and a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web based platforms.

Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.

Preferred Candidate: Bilingual in English and Spanish. Knowledge of waste reduction practices, equipment, and strategies is preferred. Experience in educating people on waste and waste related topics is desirable. A degree in an environmental or sustainability related field is a plus.

NOTE:  This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Position Type and Work Hours :

Regular Full-time, hours may vary with workload
Evenings/Weekends may be required depending on department needs and special projects.
Work Environment:

Indoors: Office environment.
Outdoors/Off-Site: Frequent outdoor work including meetings, special events, trainings.
Exposure: Exposure to heat, periods in direct sunlight, precipitation, wind and cold weather are possible with this position. Occasionally subject to noisy environments. This position may seldomly encounter hazardous materials when handling waste at the recycle center or in alleyways.
Physical Demands:

Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Carrying: transporting or moving an object.
Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 30 pounds from one level to another.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Mobility: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.