ASSISTANT RECYCLING COORDINATOR 1219

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists the Recycling Coordinator in the planning, development and coordination of a town's solid waste management plan. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in writing recycling proposals and preparing drafts for recycling contracts. Supervision may be exercised over a technical and clerical staff. Work is performed directly under the Recycling Coordinator. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the planning, development and coordination of a town's recycling program;

Assists in the creation and implementation of public information and education designed to promote recycling of solid waste;

Assists in the writing of recycling proposals;

Assists in the preparation of drafts for recycling contracts;

Compiles estimates, for review by Recycling Coordinator, on recycling costs;

Participates in field site reviews for determination of collection centers and procedures for solid waste collection;

Supervises a staff within the Division including, but not limited to, Recycling Coordination Aides and Senior Education Consultant;

May act for, or in place of, the Recycling Coordinator in his/her absence.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of recycling techniques; thorough knowledge of the markets for recyclables; good knowledge of recycling equipment; good knowledge of ecological concepts and the principles that govern good conservation techniques; good knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to recycling and solid waste; ability to analyze data and evaluate alternatives; ability to prepare technical reports and communicate effectively with colleagues, civic groups and government officials; ability to supervise and coordinate the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; 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

Either:

(a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental or Waste Management or a related field, and one (1) year of experience in the initiation and/or implementation of a recycling program; or,

(b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and five (5) years of experience in the initiation and/or implementation of a recycling program; or,

(c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

10/25/88

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/28/03