Position Information

Turn Waste into a Resource for a Greener Hawaii!

Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today!

Ready to help build a more sustainable future through recycling and waste reduction programs? The Department of Environmental Services (ENV), Refuse Collection and Disposal Division is looking for a motivated Recycling Specialist I! This full-time, temporary role, located in Kapolei, involves assisting with the development, coordination, and implementation of island-wide recycling and waste reduction programs while learning applicable policies and procedures and following safety practices.

What You Will Do

Assist in developing and implementing recycling programs and projects, including new programs and program expansions.
Develop educational and promotional materials and distribute recycling information to schools, businesses, community groups, and the public.
Assist in managing recycling contracts and inspect contractor operations to ensure work meets requirements.
Conduct on-site inspections and investigations to assess recycling needs, determine suitable recycling systems, and ensure compliance with recycling and disposal regulations.
Research and analyze recycling data by maintaining databases, compiling statistics, and preparing reports and correspondence.
Promote recycling and monitor compliance by providing technical assistance to businesses, conducting public outreach, and identifying violations of disposal bans and restrictions.
Perform other related duties as needed.

Special Working Conditions

Work schedule is Monday to Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Will serve as Disaster Response Worker during declared civil defense emergencies.

Career Progression
The Recycling Specialist I is the entry-level position in the Recycling Specialist series. With satisfactory work experience and demonstrated knowledge and skills, employees may advance through the series up to the Recycling Specialist IV level. Additional promotional opportunities may be available beyond the Recycling Specialist IV level or in other areas, depending on the skills and experience gained through employment in this series.

The Career progression is as follows:

Class Title	Salary Range	Current Pay
Recycling Specialist I	SR-16	$4,368
Recycling Specialist II	SR-18	$4,725
Recycling Specialist III	SR-20	$5,107
Recycling Specialist IV	SR-22	$5,527

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science, public health or a related field.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree. Information regarding any relevant work experience must be shared in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questionnaire sections in order to receive consideration for the substitution.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT
Prior to Appointment
Valid Hawaii State Driver's License (Type 3/automobile).

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
For this role, you must be able to:

Understand principles of psychology and human behavior
Understand basic research methods and techniques
Write reports
Learn the functions, goals, and objectives of recycling and waste reduction programs
Learn, understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations pertinent to the programs
Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Deal tactfully and effectively with others

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.