RECYCLING
EDUCATOR 1217
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class is involved with planning, developing and
presenting recycling programs to the public as part of a town's solid waste
management plan. Responsibilities
include preparation of grant applications and publicizing recycling efforts to
community residents, civic associations, local schools and business
organizations. Work requires expertise
in community and legislative acumen, and is performed under the general
direction of the department head. Does
related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, develops,
coordinates and represents a town in community activities to further the
awareness and compliance in the town's recycling programs;
Writes recycling
proposals to further community and school participation and to encourage
community interest and support;
Writes grant
applications for educational purposes;
Represents a town at
public meetings as a liaison from the department in matters related to sound
environmental practices, particularly, but not limited to, the reuse, reduction
and recycling of municipal solid wastes;
Assists in the
research and development of information regarding legislation pertinent to
environmental control.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS,
ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of communication techniques; thorough knowledge
of the principles that govern good economics through conservation techniques;
thorough knowledge of state and local governmental procedures pertaining to
legislative actions; some knowledge of the modern developments, current
literature available and sources of information pertaining to recycling
activities; ability to establish and maintain public interest in recycling programs;
ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, civic groups and government
offices; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a New
York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's
Degree, and two (2) years of experience as an educator or administrator within
the academic or industrial training environment.
9/14/88
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive
RR1/28/03