Sustainability Specialist: Recycling & Waste Diversion (Temp)

.Sustainability Specialist\: Recycling & Waste Diversion (Temp) 

Sustainability Initiatives

Atlanta Campus 

These are exciting times at Sustainability Initiatives. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. Sustainability Initiatives works to advance sustainability at Georgia State through education, research, service, and campus operations.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. 

The Sustainability Initiatives Department is seeking (1) Sustainability Specialist\: Recycling & Waste Diversion (Temp) to join the already awesome team taking the Sustainability Initiatives Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES Sustainability Initiatives A GREAT PLACE?

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

• Professional development opportunities and mentorship

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position will support recycling and waste diversion initiatives through program management, education and outreach, and fieldwork

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Tracking and reporting on waste diversion statistics;

• Overseeing education and outreach initiatives through in-person (tabling) and web-based platforms (website, social media, digital content);

• Managing special events, such as Move-in, Green Goodbyes, Green Tailgating, and Hard to Recycle Week;

• Supporting Recycling Supervisor by monitoring work orders, assisting with fleet management, and spot-checking recycling routes as needed.

• Managing the [email protected] e-mail inbox and responding to recycling queries from campus clients.

• Overseeing the Reverse Vending Machine infrastructure.

• Liaising with partner departments and “clients” to foster collaboration and provide excellent customer service.

• Growing the program through a focus on continuous improvement.

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Previous experience with recycling and waste diversion or general sustainability topics; ability to work 50% of the time in the field and 50% of the time in an office setting; strong writing and communication skills; self-directed. Strong customer service.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: 

• A completed GSU Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter