RECYCLING SPECIALIST I 08610
(Competitive)
The primary responsibility of a Recycling Specialist I is to work in conjunction with the recycling team to help develop and expand the Onondaga County Resource Recovery Agency’s (OCRRA) recycling, public and business education programs. The work involves participating in recycling and other public information efforts by assisting the recycling team in promoting the recycling program. An incumbent in this position may travel throughout Onondaga County contacting and working with businesses, schools, senior centers, apartment complexes or other public facilities to advise on compliance with recycling laws and to assist in recycling initiatives. Certain assignments made to employees in this class require reasonable access to transportation to meet field work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner. General supervision is received from the Director of Recycling and Reduction, with the position reporting directly to the Program Supervisor (OCRRA) or other designated supervisor. Does related work as required.
Contacts and visits businesses, school, senior centers, apartment complexes or other public facilities in Onondaga County to assist in recycling initiatives.
Participates in OCRRA’s public education/public speaking program.
Answers questions from the general public using OCRRA’s customer service platforms, including, but not limited to, through the website and by phone.
Gathers data and prepares reports for management.
Assists in recycling and other public information efforts by preparing written information for the quarterly newsletter, OCRRA’s website and recycling brochures.
Participates in promotional events sponsored by OCRRA as needed.
Assists in organizing OCRRA programs aimed at waste reduction, recycling, reuse and environmentally sound disposal.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge in the use of a personal computer, including use of the Internet.
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of recycling and waste reduction and the ability to apply those principles and techniques to daily activity.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of solid waste management and materials recovery methods.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with business community, solid waste haulers and the general public.
Ability to use a personal computer and other mobile devices as required.
Possession of good analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to express ideas and issues clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work in a team environment and make decisions with some direct supervision.
C) Four (4) years of work experience, or its part-time equivalent, in resource recovery, solid waste management, business administration, marketing, public relations, communications or a related field.
07/2025 Date Revised