NEOGOV · 5 days ago
Coordinator, Recycling
Various SLCC locations, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$46K/yr - $50K/yr
2+ years expSalt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college, and they are seeking a Recycling and Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining college-wide recycling and waste reduction programs while managing vendor relationships and supervising part-time staff.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads by example and works directly with the recycling crew to complete daily recycling and waste reduction tasks at all Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) campuses. This includes hands-on work such as collecting, sorting, loading, and transporting recyclable materials
Participates in physical labor, problem-solving, and team coordination
Performs manual tasks, operate recycling equipment, and support the team in meeting operational needs
Assigns daily work, trains and evaluates part-time recycling employees, and ensures that safety procedures and college standards are followed
Works with the Secretary to compile, track, and report monthly and annual recycling data, including commodity totals and vendor information
Manages vendor relationships, schedule recycling pickups, negotiate prices, and ensure timely removal of materials such as cardboard, aluminum, paper, and metals
Coordinates secure document shredding across campuses, ensuring document security, accurate recordkeeping, and receipt of certified destruction documentation
Maintains an accurate inventory of recycling bins, supplies, and equipment across all campuses, ensuring that bins are labeled, clean, and meet College appearance standards
Conducts market analysis to determine fair pricing for recyclable commodities and make recommendations for vendor selection to maximize efficiency and recycling revenue
In collaboration with the EHS Manager, the coordinator assists with small-scale hazardous materials handling and storage, ensuring safe practices and regulatory compliance
Oversees used oil and antifreeze recycling programs for automotive and technical training areas, test waste oil as required, and coordinate vendor removal
Works with the College’s commercial driver to coordinate recycling roll-off pickups and manage scrap metal recycling operations
Educates and engages faculty, staff, and students on recycling and sustainability programs, provides tours and presentations, and works with College marketing to promote environmental awareness and recycling efforts
Ensures a safe and professional work environment, supports compliance with OSHA, EPA, and SLCC policies, and assists with special projects or sustainability audits in collaboration with other departments
Assists with snow removal operations during winter months as part of Facilities support
May be assigned to help during snow events to ensure campus safety and accessibility
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date
Associate's degree in Environmental Science, Business Management, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline
Two (2) years of paid, full-time experience in recycling, sustainability, or waste minimization
OR Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Business Management, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline
Trade off 1:1 in experience/education requirement. Equivalent experience in recycling, sustainability, or waste minimization may substitute for formal education. Part time experience may be considered on a prorated basis
Must have a valid driver's license, or the ability to acquire one
Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain certification through SLCC within six months
Knowledge of federal and state policies and procedures in relation to current recycling practices and solid waste reduction strategies
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Google Drive
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills that include working with others in person and through phone and email correspondence
Ability to collaborate with administration, faculty, staff, students, and the community in order to achieve the objectives of the Facilities department and SLCC
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines in order to best achieve daily, weekly, and monthly work assignments
Ability to be a self-starter requiring minimal supervision
Ability to accurately compile and maintain statistical data
Must be able to work inside and outside in all types of weather conditions, year round, with possible night and/or weekend work
Ability to bend, stand, crouch, twist, stoop, push, reach, and safely lift 75 pounds on a regular basis
Ability to become licensed by SLCC to operate multiple forklifts
Ability to find the best solutions for problems
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Supervise, train, and motivate part-time staff while actively performing recycling duties is essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and the use of work order and time management systems, such as Sprocket, is essential
Ability to work indoors and outdoors year-round and safely perform manual labor in varying conditions
Strong skills in data tracking, vendor coordination, and project management are critical, as is dedication, and teamwork throughout the College community
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College
Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities
Preferred
Experience supervising part-time staff or coordinating recycling and environmental programs
Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, sustainability education, and vendor management
Benefits
Health Insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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