Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Program Specialist II (Tree Montgomery Program), Grade 21 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $68,501 to $108,899
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with the mission to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an experienced Program Specialist II to assist with the development and implementation of an efficient inspection program as well as conducting inspections and other in-field activities for the Tree Montgomery shade tree planting program. This tree planting program is consistent with the goals of the Montgomery County Tree Canopy Law , the MS4 permit , and the Climate Action Plan.
The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of shade trees, planting and establishing young trees, and evaluating growing conditions for trees, as well as experience in providing guidance to property owners and contractors to improve tree survival, identifying and correcting issues with newly installed trees, and understanding maps and development plans.
The successful candidate will have the ability to convey technical information regarding trees and build strong relationships to assist people equitably, effectively, and tactfully as well as work in a collaborative environment within a large organization with multiple priorities.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING This position will be responsible for implementing an efficient inspection program, as well as identifying and carrying out a range of field adjustments to enhance the long-term survival of newly planted trees. Activities will center on working with other Tree Montgomery staff, applicants to the Tree Montgomery program, and planting contractors and their in-field crews to help meet program goals by inspecting newly planted trees, reporting outcomes, identifying solutions, and working with all stakeholders to implement adjustments. This position will also assist with managing data and maps pertaining to applicants, orders, inspections, and invoicing.
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Carrying out most aspects of the inspection program including completing inspections of newly planted shade trees before, during, and after installation.
Monitoring activities of contractors for compliance with contracts and industry standards.
Identifying and approving or completing a range of field adjustments to enhance long-term survival of newly planted trees.
Establishing and maintaining communication with contractor’s field representatives and interacting with participants and stakeholders in the Tree Montgomery program.
Advising staff and program participants of outcomes and needed corrections for trees and working with staff and contractors to identify and implement enhancements to the Tree Montgomery program.
Maintaining up-to-date and accurate information about trees planted by the Tree Montgomery program using databases, spreadsheets, mapping and other electronic systems to fully document orders, plantings, inspections, and invoicing.
Overseeing most aspects of the inspection program for trees reported for credit under the County’s MS4 permit by performing inspections and handling associated tasks to complete required inspections and ensuring compliance with the permit.
Possession of a Maryland Tree Expert license or certification as an arborist by an accredited program is a plus.
Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages are encouraged to apply . If the candidate selected for this position possesses multilingual skills, they will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from Spanish to English and vice versa.
The majority of the work is performed outside and requires considerable daily driving between work sites. This position is subject to some light physical effort. This includes standing or driving for long periods of time, walking long distances over varying terrain and occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Some activities may occasionally require using hand tools from the ground level including hand pruners, loppers, and carrying small branches removed from newly planted trees. Working outside in most weather conditions is involved.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to travel in all areas of Montgomery County to perform site visits to evaluate newly installed trees or participating properties for compliance with program requirements and industry standards, inspect contractor plantings, and generally to perform work and attend meetings at locations outside the office. Most of the site visits will be in areas of the County lacking in readily available public transportation.
Occasional evening or weekend work outside of normal business hours may be required.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in tree planting, tree inspection or evaluation programs, arboriculture, forest technology, forestry, or tree nursery operations. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence is required.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following. Please address this information in a separate section of the resume.
Experience with and knowledge of tree species, site requirements, planting techniques, and care and maintenance of young trees to provide guidance to contractors and program participants regarding newly planted shade trees.
Experience in communicating and collaborating with field crews, individuals, homeowners, business owners, and/or the public, particularly related to trees and the care of young trees.
Experience in inspecting young trees for compliance with industry standards and/or contract specifications, summarizing findings concisely, and using findings to recommend actions needed to correct issues or enhance program procedures and requirements.
Experience maintaining detailed information and data, accurately and timely, in databases and spreadsheets.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement, review our comprehensive benefits and to apply, please visit Program Specialist, Tree Montgomery Program (Program Specialist II, Grade 21) .
The Job Number for the Program Specialist II recruitment is 2025-00045 . Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes February 19, 2025 .
If interested in other DEP job opportunities, please filter by “Department” and click on Department of Environmental Protection.
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab at https://www.Work4MCG.com
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Program Specialist II (Tree Montgomery Program), Grade 21 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $68,501 to $108,899
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with the mission to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an experienced Program Specialist II to assist with the development and implementation of an efficient inspection program as well as conducting inspections and other in-field activities for the Tree Montgomery shade tree planting program. This tree planting program is consistent with the goals of the Montgomery County Tree Canopy Law , the MS4 permit , and the Climate Action Plan.
The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of shade trees, planting and establishing young trees, and evaluating growing conditions for trees, as well as experience in providing guidance to property owners and contractors to improve tree survival, identifying and correcting issues with newly installed trees, and understanding maps and development plans.
The successful candidate will have the ability to convey technical information regarding trees and build strong relationships to assist people equitably, effectively, and tactfully as well as work in a collaborative environment within a large organization with multiple priorities.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING This position will be responsible for implementing an efficient inspection program, as well as identifying and carrying out a range of field adjustments to enhance the long-term survival of newly planted trees. Activities will center on working with other Tree Montgomery staff, applicants to the Tree Montgomery program, and planting contractors and their in-field crews to help meet program goals by inspecting newly planted trees, reporting outcomes, identifying solutions, and working with all stakeholders to implement adjustments. This position will also assist with managing data and maps pertaining to applicants, orders, inspections, and invoicing.
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Carrying out most aspects of the inspection program including completing inspections of newly planted shade trees before, during, and after installation.
Monitoring activities of contractors for compliance with contracts and industry standards.
Identifying and approving or completing a range of field adjustments to enhance long-term survival of newly planted trees.
Establishing and maintaining communication with contractor’s field representatives and interacting with participants and stakeholders in the Tree Montgomery program.
Advising staff and program participants of outcomes and needed corrections for trees and working with staff and contractors to identify and implement enhancements to the Tree Montgomery program.
Maintaining up-to-date and accurate information about trees planted by the Tree Montgomery program using databases, spreadsheets, mapping and other electronic systems to fully document orders, plantings, inspections, and invoicing.
Overseeing most aspects of the inspection program for trees reported for credit under the County’s MS4 permit by performing inspections and handling associated tasks to complete required inspections and ensuring compliance with the permit.
Possession of a Maryland Tree Expert license or certification as an arborist by an accredited program is a plus.
Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages are encouraged to apply . If the candidate selected for this position possesses multilingual skills, they will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from Spanish to English and vice versa.
The majority of the work is performed outside and requires considerable daily driving between work sites. This position is subject to some light physical effort. This includes standing or driving for long periods of time, walking long distances over varying terrain and occasional stooping, bending, and reaching. Some activities may occasionally require using hand tools from the ground level including hand pruners, loppers, and carrying small branches removed from newly planted trees. Working outside in most weather conditions is involved.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to travel in all areas of Montgomery County to perform site visits to evaluate newly installed trees or participating properties for compliance with program requirements and industry standards, inspect contractor plantings, and generally to perform work and attend meetings at locations outside the office. Most of the site visits will be in areas of the County lacking in readily available public transportation.
Occasional evening or weekend work outside of normal business hours may be required.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in tree planting, tree inspection or evaluation programs, arboriculture, forest technology, forestry, or tree nursery operations. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence is required.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following. Please address this information in a separate section of the resume.
Experience with and knowledge of tree species, site requirements, planting techniques, and care and maintenance of young trees to provide guidance to contractors and program participants regarding newly planted shade trees.
Experience in communicating and collaborating with field crews, individuals, homeowners, business owners, and/or the public, particularly related to trees and the care of young trees.
Experience in inspecting young trees for compliance with industry standards and/or contract specifications, summarizing findings concisely, and using findings to recommend actions needed to correct issues or enhance program procedures and requirements.
Experience maintaining detailed information and data, accurately and timely, in databases and spreadsheets.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement, review our comprehensive benefits and to apply, please visit Program Specialist, Tree Montgomery Program (Program Specialist II, Grade 21) .
The Job Number for the Program Specialist II recruitment is 2025-00045 . Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes February 19, 2025 .
If interested in other DEP job opportunities, please filter by “Department” and click on Department of Environmental Protection.
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab at https://www.Work4MCG.com
EOE. M/F/H.
Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling (Program Specialist I, Grade 18)
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $60,513 - $95,458
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking two dynamic Program Specialist I’s to serve as Waste Reduction and Recycling Education Specialists on the Commercial Recycling team. The Program Specialists will assist businesses, organizations, and government facilities in developing and improving their on-site waste reduction, reuse and recycling programs and initiatives and ensure compliance with Montgomery County’s recycling and solid waste regulations.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
• Knowledge of Recycling Regulations and Solid Waste laws.
• Knowledge of the solid waste industry.
• Knowledge of business recycling.
• Knowledge of public education, outreach, and training techniques.
• Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Analytical ability to evaluate recycling systems and recommend improvements.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The Program Specialists will work directly with business or commercial property owners, managers, and employees, in varied settings, to teach, train, communicate, and promote waste reduction, reuse, and recycling program requirements, as well as provide educational materials such as posters, brochures, flyers, stickers, and recycling containers, on a regular basis.
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Developing and fostering partnerships with the business community by providing direct on-site services through daily site visits to businesses, organizations and government facilities.
Evaluating on-site recycling, waste reduction, reuse and buying recycled programs.
Identifying problems, challenges and opportunities to increase waste reduction and recycling.
Collecting data and information about businesses, organizations and government facilities and their on-site functions and processes; and maintaining accurate data in a consistently timely, technically sound, and professional manner.
Determining and recommending short and long-term solutions using critical and analytical skills, including data evaluation and analysis.
Partnering with businesses, organizations and government facilities and assisting them to implement program improvements in their on-site waste reduction and recycling programs to achieve more.
Routinely planning, organizing, conducting, and participating in various educational and training events.
Planning and meeting with business owners, managers and employees, as well as governing bodies at association and organization meetings.
Participating in County-wide community events and activities.
Assisting in the development of educational materials and messages to increase waste reduction and recycling, including using social media.
The work involves activities that are performed in both an office setting and at businesses across the County. The employee is regularly exposed to all types of weather conditions both while driving to and while conducting site visits. The work requires light physical effort including climbing flights of stairs, long periods of walking and standing and occasionally lifting objects weighing up to fifty pounds.
Presentations, trainings, meetings, and events often occur during evenings and/or weekends. Thus, evening and weekend work is regularly required.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a county vehicle to conduct daily site visits to businesses, commercial properties, and government facilities, attend meetings, conduct, and participate in educational programs, and perform other work at locations outside the office.
Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages, or other languages, are encouraged to apply. A successful candidate with multilingual skills may qualify for additional compensation but will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: One (1) year professional experience in recycling or solid waste field.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES
All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience in outreach, education, or customer service.
Experience in interpreting and applying recycling and solid waste regulations and requirements to existing recycling programs.
Experience gathering and evaluating baseline information and data to develop recommendations to boost recycling.
Experience public speaking, including presenting and promoting program requirements, preparing, and delivering recycling and waste reduction training.
Experience in written communications, including drafting reports, memos, correspondence, and newsletter articles.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website
at www.Work4MCG.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply” and
enter Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling in the search field.
The job number for this recruitment is 2024-00325
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes November 25, 2024.
If interested in other DEP job opportunities,
please filter by “Department” and click on Department of Environmental Protection.
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s Work4MCG webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling (Program Specialist I, Grade 18)
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $60,513 - $95,458
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking two dynamic Program Specialist I’s to serve as Waste Reduction and Recycling Education Specialists on the Commercial Recycling team. The Program Specialists will assist businesses, organizations, and government facilities in developing and improving their on-site waste reduction, reuse and recycling programs and initiatives and ensure compliance with Montgomery County’s recycling and solid waste regulations.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
• Knowledge of Recycling Regulations and Solid Waste laws.
• Knowledge of the solid waste industry.
• Knowledge of business recycling.
• Knowledge of public education, outreach, and training techniques.
• Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Analytical ability to evaluate recycling systems and recommend improvements.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The Program Specialists will work directly with business or commercial property owners, managers, and employees, in varied settings, to teach, train, communicate, and promote waste reduction, reuse, and recycling program requirements, as well as provide educational materials such as posters, brochures, flyers, stickers, and recycling containers, on a regular basis.
Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Developing and fostering partnerships with the business community by providing direct on-site services through daily site visits to businesses, organizations and government facilities.
Evaluating on-site recycling, waste reduction, reuse and buying recycled programs.
Identifying problems, challenges and opportunities to increase waste reduction and recycling.
Collecting data and information about businesses, organizations and government facilities and their on-site functions and processes; and maintaining accurate data in a consistently timely, technically sound, and professional manner.
Determining and recommending short and long-term solutions using critical and analytical skills, including data evaluation and analysis.
Partnering with businesses, organizations and government facilities and assisting them to implement program improvements in their on-site waste reduction and recycling programs to achieve more.
Routinely planning, organizing, conducting, and participating in various educational and training events.
Planning and meeting with business owners, managers and employees, as well as governing bodies at association and organization meetings.
Participating in County-wide community events and activities.
Assisting in the development of educational materials and messages to increase waste reduction and recycling, including using social media.
The work involves activities that are performed in both an office setting and at businesses across the County. The employee is regularly exposed to all types of weather conditions both while driving to and while conducting site visits. The work requires light physical effort including climbing flights of stairs, long periods of walking and standing and occasionally lifting objects weighing up to fifty pounds.
Presentations, trainings, meetings, and events often occur during evenings and/or weekends. Thus, evening and weekend work is regularly required.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a county vehicle to conduct daily site visits to businesses, commercial properties, and government facilities, attend meetings, conduct, and participate in educational programs, and perform other work at locations outside the office.
Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages, or other languages, are encouraged to apply. A successful candidate with multilingual skills may qualify for additional compensation but will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: One (1) year professional experience in recycling or solid waste field.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties.
PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES
All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience in outreach, education, or customer service.
Experience in interpreting and applying recycling and solid waste regulations and requirements to existing recycling programs.
Experience gathering and evaluating baseline information and data to develop recommendations to boost recycling.
Experience public speaking, including presenting and promoting program requirements, preparing, and delivering recycling and waste reduction training.
Experience in written communications, including drafting reports, memos, correspondence, and newsletter articles.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website
at www.Work4MCG.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply” and
enter Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling in the search field.
The job number for this recruitment is 2024-00325
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes November 25, 2024.
If interested in other DEP job opportunities,
please filter by “Department” and click on Department of Environmental Protection.
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s Work4MCG webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Recycling Volunteer Coordinator (Program Specialist II, Grade 21) Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902 Salary Range: $65,551 - $104,210
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR DEP is seeking an experienced individual to join the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section in the Recycling and Resource Management Division. The Program Specialist II will oversee the Recycling Volunteer Program and must have knowledge of recycling, reuse and waste reduction to have a positive impact. The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Knowledge of public education, outreach, and techniques to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of recycling technologies, processes, trends, and equipment, as well as recyclable commodity markets/conditions, as well as program development to maximize recycling and increase the amount of materials recycled.
Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing program plans and projects related to solid waste and recycling.
Experience working independently, as well as in interdisciplinary teams to jointly resolve problems, achieve common goals, and meet deadlines.
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people to collaborate on issues, resolve problems, and achieve consensus.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences to interpret and explain requirements, and work through issues.
Experience preparing presentations, written reports, documentation, and correspondence.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING The Recycling Volunteer Coordinator will supervise a corps of volunteers who donate their time and effort to educate County residents (their peers) and the general public about waste reduction, reuse, recycling, buying recycled, composting, and other related topics and programs. With almost 1.1 million residents in Montgomery County, and almost 550,000 people employed in the County, the Recycling Volunteers are critical to our efforts in providing direct outreach and education to as many as possible. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing education, training and technical assistance that support County waste reduction policies and practices to residents, multi-family and business properties, as well as to landscapers/lawn service contractors.
Coordinating program initiatives that encourage waste reduction, reuse and recycling by residents and employees in the County.
Coordinating the Recycling Volunteer Program, including recruiting, training, retaining and supervising volunteers at education events and activities.
Planning, organizing, conducting, and participating in numerous educational events.
Implementing efforts to maximize effectiveness of volunteer activities and coordinating and tracking recycling volunteer efforts.
Writing and distributing quarterly Recycletter (recycling newsletter).
Assisting in the development and design of materials and other resources supporting the County’s waste reduction, reuse and recycling program.
Developing new strategies and innovative solutions to increase waste reduction, reuse and recycling by County residents.
Distributing various materials and resources (at events, presentations and trainings) for use by residents.
Participating in other special projects and events, as needed.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle. This position frequently convenes, meets with, and presents information to community members, including residents. These meetings often occur in the evenings and on weekends. Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages, or other languages, are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate with multilingual skills may qualify for additional compensation but will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years professional experience in recycling or solid waste field, including experience providing direct education and technical assistance concerning recycling and/or solid waste to individuals or groups, one year of which must be managing a volunteer program. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence. PREFERRED CRITIERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience with waste reduction and recycling issues and evaluating effectiveness of recycling efforts.
Experience in coordinating a volunteer program or directly supervising volunteers.
Experience orally presenting and promoting program requirements to a variety of audience types.
Experience in public education and training techniques, including writing, and editing a newsletter, developing, and designing educational messages, materials, literature, and other resources.
Experience working with individuals and groups to inform them of and educate them about a program’s requirements, and directly assisting them in their efforts to meet those requirements.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Recycling Volunteer Coordinator (Program Specialist II) – Job# 2024-00302 Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply. This Recruitment Closes November 12, 2024 All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Recycling Volunteer Coordinator (Program Specialist II, Grade 21) Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902 Salary Range: $65,551 - $104,210
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR DEP is seeking an experienced individual to join the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section in the Recycling and Resource Management Division. The Program Specialist II will oversee the Recycling Volunteer Program and must have knowledge of recycling, reuse and waste reduction to have a positive impact. The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Knowledge of public education, outreach, and techniques to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of recycling technologies, processes, trends, and equipment, as well as recyclable commodity markets/conditions, as well as program development to maximize recycling and increase the amount of materials recycled.
Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing program plans and projects related to solid waste and recycling.
Experience working independently, as well as in interdisciplinary teams to jointly resolve problems, achieve common goals, and meet deadlines.
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people to collaborate on issues, resolve problems, and achieve consensus.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences to interpret and explain requirements, and work through issues.
Experience preparing presentations, written reports, documentation, and correspondence.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING The Recycling Volunteer Coordinator will supervise a corps of volunteers who donate their time and effort to educate County residents (their peers) and the general public about waste reduction, reuse, recycling, buying recycled, composting, and other related topics and programs. With almost 1.1 million residents in Montgomery County, and almost 550,000 people employed in the County, the Recycling Volunteers are critical to our efforts in providing direct outreach and education to as many as possible. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing education, training and technical assistance that support County waste reduction policies and practices to residents, multi-family and business properties, as well as to landscapers/lawn service contractors.
Coordinating program initiatives that encourage waste reduction, reuse and recycling by residents and employees in the County.
Coordinating the Recycling Volunteer Program, including recruiting, training, retaining and supervising volunteers at education events and activities.
Planning, organizing, conducting, and participating in numerous educational events.
Implementing efforts to maximize effectiveness of volunteer activities and coordinating and tracking recycling volunteer efforts.
Writing and distributing quarterly Recycletter (recycling newsletter).
Assisting in the development and design of materials and other resources supporting the County’s waste reduction, reuse and recycling program.
Developing new strategies and innovative solutions to increase waste reduction, reuse and recycling by County residents.
Distributing various materials and resources (at events, presentations and trainings) for use by residents.
Participating in other special projects and events, as needed.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle. This position frequently convenes, meets with, and presents information to community members, including residents. These meetings often occur in the evenings and on weekends. Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages, or other languages, are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate with multilingual skills may qualify for additional compensation but will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years professional experience in recycling or solid waste field, including experience providing direct education and technical assistance concerning recycling and/or solid waste to individuals or groups, one year of which must be managing a volunteer program. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence. PREFERRED CRITIERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience with waste reduction and recycling issues and evaluating effectiveness of recycling efforts.
Experience in coordinating a volunteer program or directly supervising volunteers.
Experience orally presenting and promoting program requirements to a variety of audience types.
Experience in public education and training techniques, including writing, and editing a newsletter, developing, and designing educational messages, materials, literature, and other resources.
Experience working with individuals and groups to inform them of and educate them about a program’s requirements, and directly assisting them in their efforts to meet those requirements.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Recycling Volunteer Coordinator (Program Specialist II) – Job# 2024-00302 Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply. This Recruitment Closes November 12, 2024 All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage. EOE. M/F/H.
