Click here to download the Environmental Educator job description!

Eco-Cycle, administrator of the award-winning School Recycling and Environmental Education Program, is seeking an environmental educator for presentations on a wide variety of environmental topics in PK–12th grade classrooms and field trips. Educators are expected to deliver high-quality educational experiences to students and staff, based on established curriculum, in a positive and professional manner, and to contribute daily to the operations and maintenance tasks needed to support the program. (A full description of the program is available on Eco-Cycle’s website at https://ecocycle.org/schools.) The current opening is for a full-time environmental educator, with benefits. To apply: Send resume and cover letter to Eco-Cycle School Program, PO Box 19006, Boulder, CO 80308, or via email to [email protected]. Application deadline: July 28, 2023.

Job Responsibilities

1. Daily presentations on a wide variety of environmental topics for PK–12th grade students in classrooms and field trips in Boulder Valley School District, St. Vrain Valley School District, and the City/County of Broomfield.

2. Additional supports, which may include:

a. surveys, web research, and email outreach;

b. preparation of materials including reports, fliers, letters, and emails;

c. monitoring school progress in collection of recyclables and compostables;

d. tabling, lunchroom monitoring, and other outreach and support of schools;

e. processing used books for the Children’s Used Book Project;

f. assistance and coordination of special projects, as needed.

3. Miscellaneous duties such as purchasing supplies, delivering materials to schools, maintenance, and cleaning of program equipment.

Qualifications

·  College degree or equivalent experience

·  Experience teaching in a classroom setting with students of differing abilities and diverse backgrounds

·  Demonstrated dedication to the environment and sustainability

·  Passionate about working with children, across a wide range of ages

·  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with adults and children

·  Proficient with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Google

·  Strong organizational skills, flexibility, ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently

·  Comfortable occasionally wearing costumes, including an elf, vampire, and a superhero

·  Possess a reliable vehicle to provide own transport to schools (mileage paid)

·  Ability to work Monday-Friday with some occasional night and weekend hours

·  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carrying materials up and down stairs, transferring materials in and out of a car or other vehicle

·  Bilingual (English/Spanish) encouraged to apply

Compensation

This is an hourly position, 40 hours/week mid-August through May annually, with a starting rate of $18.00/hr plus benefits.

(Leave without pay June through mid-August)

Benefits

·      Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave

·      Paid holidays

·      Mileage reimbursement for daily use of personal vehicle to give presentations and make deliveries to schools

·      Employer match for health/dental insurance and 403b retirement savings

·      Employer paid life and disability insurance

Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Click here to download the CHaRM Recycler job description!

Full or Part Time – Non-Exempt

Email application to [email protected]

Eco-Cycle, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit recycling organizations in the nation and a leader in resource conservation and Zero Waste, seeks a staffer to support the activities of the Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM). The CHaRM Recycler is a full-time position located in Boulder, CO, and includes a combination of equipment operation (such as a basic baler), forklift work (experience preferred but not required), and customer service (answering questions, helping people unload their cars). Continuous on-the-job materials and equipment operation training provided.

EXPECTED SCHEDULE

Hours will occur in alignment with CHaRM hours of operation: Mon–Sat, 9:00 am–5:00 pm. Shifts will generally occur from 8:30–4:30 (opening shift) or 9:30–5:30 (closing shift).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Provide direction and guidance to CHaRM customers to ensure they comply with material quality standards and communicate the impacts of contamination.

·       Conduct quality control of all received materials at all phases of CHaRM operations: collection, processing, and shipping.

·       Maintain CHaRM public drop-off lane in a safe and orderly condition.

·       Operate a variety of material processing equipment, including balers, conveyors, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.

·       Direct and assist customers as needed and be alert for safety hazards.

·       Provide courteous and professional customer service at all times.

·       Keep all unloading areas (CHaRM lane and commercial unloading area) free of debris.

·       Assist self-hauling commercial customers in unloading accepted materials for processing.

·       Maintain forklift operator’s certificate in good standing (training and certification provided by Eco-Cycle).

·       Perform regular safety checks and preventive maintenance on forklifts and equipment.

·       Perform all the above tasks in coordination with small yard crew by maintaining good communication and relationships with fellow Eco-Cycle staff.

·       Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       A demonstrated personal commitment to the environment, to reuse/recycling, and an interest in conserving natural resources.

·       Public-facing customer service–oriented experience.

·       Good team player—able to communicate problems and suggest practical solutions.

·       Some general knowledge of equipment/machinery/tools.

·       Certified forklift operator experience or other large equipment experience preferred. On-the-job training in equipment operation will be provided.

·       Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds repeatedly.

·       Job requires performing physical labor safely and includes significant time driving a forklift daily.

·       Job also requires working outdoors in all weather conditions in addition to working in a warehouse.

·       Must be 18 years of age or older.

COMPENSATION

This is an hourly position with a starting rate of $17.50 per hour.

Benefits may include:

·       Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.

·       7 paid holidays.

·       Employer match for health/dental insurance and 403b retirement savings.

·       Employer paid life and disability insurance.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should fill out the editable pdf application (or go to bit.ly/ecocycle-application) and email the completed application to [email protected]. The position will remain open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.

Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Click here to download the CHaRM Educator job description!

Full or Part Time – Non-Exempt

Email application to [email protected]

Eco-Cycle, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit recycling organizations in the nation and a leader in resource conservation and Zero Waste, seeks a staffer to support the activities of the Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM). This is a staff-level position that provides public-facing customer service at Eco-Cycle’s CHaRM facility located in Boulder, CO. The CHaRM Educator conducts transactions with CHaRM customers and adheres to a professional and efficient standard of work and collaboration with other team members. The Educator is expected to effectively interact with customers, coworkers, and equipment to ensure a safe facility and experience for all.

EXPECTED SCHEDULE

• Minimum two to three days per week, 8:45 am–5:15 pm (alternate days or half-days possible).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Educator is part of a team that directly interacts with all CHaRM customers, guides them through their experience at our facility, and processes all customer transactions. All Educators will be provided with ongoing on-the-job training and development opportunities, including tours of partner facilities. Educators perform the following functions:

·       Provide excellent customer service and conduct financial transactions for residential and commercial customers bringing in 25 different types of hard-to-recycle materials ranging from electronics to plastic bags.

·       Help customers find the correct designated drop-off area for their materials at the CHaRM site.

·       Guide customers toward other community and regional resources to properly manage materials not accepted at CHaRM.

·       Communicate with other CHaRM staff to ensure the highest level of customer service and effective teamwork.

·       Utilize data management systems (Square POS) to support the gathering of critical customer and material data.

·       Facilitate face-to-face recycling education to customers.

·       Assist with materials processing and evaluation.

·       Maintain a positive relationship with other CHaRM staff and materials partners.

·       Balance the cash register and POS system at the end of each day.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       Curiosity and a desire to learn about the complexities of our consumer culture.

·       Committed and passionate about helping to create social change for the good of the environment in both the local and global community, with a lifestyle that reflects an environmental ethic.

·       Excellent customer-service experience.

·       Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and Google Docs, with a basic knowledge of the internet and social media.

·       Independent and self-motivated; a self-starter who enjoys taking the initiative and helping to problem-solve with others.

·       Familiarity with Boulder County and recycling/Zero Waste issues a plus.

COMPENSATION

This is an hourly position with a starting rate of $17.50 per hour.

Benefits may include:

·       Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.

·       7 paid holidays.

·       Employer match for health/dental insurance and 403b retirement savings.

·       Employer paid life and disability insurance.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates should fill out the editable pdf application (or go to bit.ly/ecocycle-application) and email the completed application to [email protected]. The position will remain open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.

Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.