Supporting the work of the District’s Board of Directors, Executive Director, Outreach Coordinator and Yard Waste Recycling Center Attendants. Providing accurate information to the public about District programs and local waste management services. Facilitating the District’s presence at various educational and community events and actively assisting the Outreach Coordinator in performance of his/her duties. Coordinating bookkeeping and administrative functions of the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Answering telephone, email, social media and in-person inquiries and providing accurate information or transferring calls and/or messages to the appropriate personnel
• Actively seeking and facilitating the District’s participation in public outreach events and activities
• Assisting the District’s Outreach Coordinator with environmental program preparations and/or presentations
• Performing in-school environmental programs under the direction of the District’s Outreach Coordinator
• Managing work schedules, supplies and time cards for the Yard Waste Recycling Center Attendants
• Assisting the Executive Director with financial duties including preparing claim forms
• Developing, editing and updating public education materials and information including content for email newsletters, social media, website, Recycling Guide, etc. • Transcribing and retaining Board Meeting minutes
• Organizing and maintaining files and records
• Staffing of Tox-Away Days and community outreach events
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Managing and coordinating purchases of office supplies and equipment
• Managing and coordinating meeting needs • Performing bank deposits
• Preparing and delivering education material to various locations around the community
• Maintaining a clean working environment
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural resources, communication, education or related field preferred 2
• Basic math and writing ability sufficient to generate accurate reports, engaging educational content, bank deposits, etc.
• Ability to properly operate standard office equipment including calculator, office telephone, cellular telephone, computer, printer, scanner, copier
• Ability to effectively use a variety of computer programs and software including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, web browsers, WordPress and other internet-based programs
• Working knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to confidently and effectively present environmental programs and presentations to large groups of students and adults
• Ability to adjust presentation content and/or style based on audience feedback and other factors
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions/directions and appropriately respond to constructive criticism
• Ability to plan assigned work projects, work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with coworkers and the public
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions/directions and appropriately respond to constructive criticism
• Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and complete work effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions
• Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile individuals
• Ability to comply with all employer personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace and personal conduct
• Must be able to maintain and possess a valid driver’s license
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