Baltimore County
Recycling Contract and Marketing Director - Non-Merit
Baltimore County, Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States,
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per weekA non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Solid Waste Management, Division of Recycling.Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.Current and future vacancies occurring within this classification may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.All interested candidates must apply at this time.List all
promotions
and changes in job duties due to
reclassification
as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.Under the general supervision of the Recycling and Waste Prevention Manager, this position markets the County’s recyclables, manages contracts for materials collected at the Residential Drop-off Centers (RDOCs), pursues grants for expansion of recycling initiatives, keeps daily records of commodities and assists with overall management of the County’s residential and commercial recycling program.Examples of Essential Duties
Markets the County’s recyclables in a manner that maximizes County revenues.Requests pricing for recyclable commodities.Evaluates bids received from vendors.Assists with issues related to trucking and pickups.Identifies potential new vendors.Monitors payments by vendors to ensure that invoices are paid on a timely basis.Monitors market and Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations to determine opportunities to accept and market additional commodities.Assists Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations staff in considering efficiencies and upgrades in processes and equipment.Manages all contracts for materials collected at the Residents' Drop-Off Centers, including paint and construction materials, tires, lights, household hazardous waste (HHW), scrap metal, gasoline, and waste oil.Prepares contracts as needed.Assists in evaluating bids from vendors, and manages contacts, including vendor performance and payments.Evaluates the need for new contracts.Promotes Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management’s programs, policies, and procedures, with emphasis on recycling and waste prevention.Makes presentations in schools (especially elementary schools) and at community group meetings.Leads tours of County facilities (with emphasis on MRF tours).Participates in public events, writing and editing Bureau publications, and providing content for the Bureau’s web site.Assists with various projects, including but not limited to public education campaigns and special events.Conducts research as needed.Serves as needed as liaison with outside recycling and environmental groups.Examples of Other Duties
Supervises and/or leads other staff and/or interns.Substitutes for the Recycling and Waste Prevention Manager as needed.Performs other related duties as required.The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university, with a bachelor’s degree.PLUSFour years of professional work experience managing recycling and/or waste prevention, managing contracts and marketing recyclables, or assisting in the marketing of recyclables.Additional experience in the areas listed above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.Education in one of the fields listed above beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.Experience in supervision and budgeting preferred.Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of
Licenses, Certifications and Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.You
must
attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application.Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( www.WES.org )Mail or deliver documents toATTN: Recycling Contract and Marketing Director - Non - MeritOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary with some walking, standing, or other limited physical activity. Some duties entail the operation of office and other equipment requiring manipulative and coordinative skills. Some duties may require traveling between work sites.Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
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promotions
and changes in job duties due to
reclassification
as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.Under the general supervision of the Recycling and Waste Prevention Manager, this position markets the County’s recyclables, manages contracts for materials collected at the Residential Drop-off Centers (RDOCs), pursues grants for expansion of recycling initiatives, keeps daily records of commodities and assists with overall management of the County’s residential and commercial recycling program.Examples of Essential Duties
Markets the County’s recyclables in a manner that maximizes County revenues.Requests pricing for recyclable commodities.Evaluates bids received from vendors.Assists with issues related to trucking and pickups.Identifies potential new vendors.Monitors payments by vendors to ensure that invoices are paid on a timely basis.Monitors market and Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations to determine opportunities to accept and market additional commodities.Assists Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations staff in considering efficiencies and upgrades in processes and equipment.Manages all contracts for materials collected at the Residents' Drop-Off Centers, including paint and construction materials, tires, lights, household hazardous waste (HHW), scrap metal, gasoline, and waste oil.Prepares contracts as needed.Assists in evaluating bids from vendors, and manages contacts, including vendor performance and payments.Evaluates the need for new contracts.Promotes Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management’s programs, policies, and procedures, with emphasis on recycling and waste prevention.Makes presentations in schools (especially elementary schools) and at community group meetings.Leads tours of County facilities (with emphasis on MRF tours).Participates in public events, writing and editing Bureau publications, and providing content for the Bureau’s web site.Assists with various projects, including but not limited to public education campaigns and special events.Conducts research as needed.Serves as needed as liaison with outside recycling and environmental groups.Examples of Other Duties
Supervises and/or leads other staff and/or interns.Substitutes for the Recycling and Waste Prevention Manager as needed.Performs other related duties as required.The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university, with a bachelor’s degree.PLUSFour years of professional work experience managing recycling and/or waste prevention, managing contracts and marketing recyclables, or assisting in the marketing of recyclables.Additional experience in the areas listed above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.Education in one of the fields listed above beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.Experience in supervision and budgeting preferred.Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of
Licenses, Certifications and Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.You
must
attach your transcript(s) or licenses(s) to your application.Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( www.WES.org )Mail or deliver documents toATTN: Recycling Contract and Marketing Director - Non - MeritOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary with some walking, standing, or other limited physical activity. Some duties entail the operation of office and other equipment requiring manipulative and coordinative skills. Some duties may require traveling between work sites.Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
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