Recycling Specialist I-Ii Jobs

Description

Applications are available online beginning Friday, July 7, 2023, through 4:30 pm,

Friday, July 21, 2023.

Salary Information

Grade I - $1,991.52-$2,704.48 Bi-Weekly

Grade II - $2,314.72-$3,143.36 Bi-Weekly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, performs increasingly responsible administrative and technical duties in the development, implementation and monitoring of the City's recycling programs, waste reduction activities, and assist in the development and implementation of the city-wide zero waste plan; develops, implements and monitors the City's recycling and waste reduction activities for compliance with state-mandated recycling laws and city code; collects, compiles and analyzes financial, statistical and technical data relating to recycling and waste reduction activities; provides technical assistance to businesses to comply with state regulations and procedures, and city code; writes reports and makes presentations to business and community groups; develops, implements and coordinates public education engagement; prepares and monitors grant funding; may assign, train and direct subordinate personnel; and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements To File

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university (proof required) *

AND

• Six months (6) of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the development, implementation or administration of public or private recycling and waste reduction programs and activities and/or other sustainability related fields.

Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.

• Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to operate personal computers including the use of the Internet, spreadsheet, database and word processing software;
• Knowledge of the solid waste industry, state-mandated waste reduction/recycling goals and composting; knowledge of current technologies, trends, and legislation related to environmental issues.

Willingness to work overtime, weekend, and/or holiday hours.

A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Appraisal Interview..................................................................................................100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of test scores. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds based on a comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veteran's DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of the close of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

EC5AN-23 RS: TM CSC 07/05/2023Closing Date/Time: 7/21/2023 4:30 PM Pacific