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Recycling Coordinator

Brea City Hall
Brea, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Description

  • Current vacancy is a part time grant funded limited term averaging 20 - 26 hours per week**

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time; all interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future Recycling Coordinator vacancies.

Under general direction, this position has responsibility for planning, organization, and implementation of City recycling and/or waste management related programs. Oversees public outreach programs, regulatory compliance, day-to-day management and implementation of specific projects, coordination with outside agencies and organizations, and data management and reporting. Supports the Administration Division including providing support for the City’s commercial and residential recycling programs, works closely with residents and commercial businesses to help evaluate compliance requirements pursuant to local, state and federal recycling requirements, and performs other related duties, as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Recycling Coordinator

This is an entry level single class position focused on environmental programs in the Administration Division of the Public Works Department. Assignments are generally of moderate difficulty in scale and complexity. Although the employee may work independently in completing daily tasks, technical and policy direction is provided, especially while the incumbent grows into the position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Recycling Coordinator

Receives general supervision from the Public Works Senior Management Analyst.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.)

Plans, implements, oversees, and coordinates City recycling and/or waste management related outreach programs, schedules and conducts meetings, and any necessary follow-up with residents or commercial businesses.

Directs outreach, education and training to food service establishments and local food pantries, organizations, and schools, and makes public presentations to professional, commercial businesses, community and neighborhood organizations.

Establishes and implements food rescue organics diversion programs, develops marketing strategies to increase participation, and submits required reporting to Orange County Waste & Recycling and California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery to ensure compliance.

Coordinates community awareness programs through education and promotion of program services, develops and maintains information, outreach and educational materials including brochures, information packets, flyers, guides and other documents.

Tracks and maintains a variety of data and records, and prepares periodic reports, maintains work records and documentation utilizing an office computer and filing system.

Provides periodic review and program evaluation to ensure conformity with program guidelines, and prepares reports, correspondence, and memos.

Maintains records and prepares required reports for local agencies, acts as liaison with State and local contractors.

Develops and monitors project and program schedules and budgets.

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Typical Qualifications

Experience and Education

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities, and enable the individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Experience

A typical combination is:

One year of administrative experience working in an environmental conservation and protection capacity.

Education

Associates of art degree or its equivalent with classes in environmental sciences or a similar field of study.

A bachelors’ degree is desirable.

Additional work experience may be substituted for education, at City’s discretion.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid Driver’s License issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Supplemental Information

TO BE CONSIDERED

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brea/to submit a City of Brea electronic employment application.

Electronic applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City of Brea employment application. The City of Brea cannot accept responsibility for notifying candidates of incomplete applications. It is the candidate’s responsibility to make sure the application is properly submitted.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Shall consist of two phases: (If you should need assistance in completing the employment application or in participating in the selection process, please notify Human Resources prior to the filing deadline or as soon as possible).

Phase One - Application Review: The first phase of the selection process shall be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidate’s application. Those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of education and experience, as submitted, may be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process. No weight shall be assigned to this phase of the selection process.

Phase Two- Oral Appraisal Interview: Candidates who receive a minimum score of 70% on this phase shall have their name placed on the Eligibility List for Recycling Coordinator. Eligibility Lists are generally valid for one year. Once the list is established, the Public Works Department may conduct follow-up assessments.

THE CITY OF BREA RECRUITS, PROMOTES, AND HIRES WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, PHYSICAL DISABILITY OR CONDITION, GENETIC INFORMATION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE OR NATIONAL ORIGIN, EXCEPT IN THOSE SPECIFIC INSTANCES WHEREBY A BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION DEMANDS OTHERWISE. THE CITY OF BREA HIRES ONLY UNITED STATES CITIZENS OR LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED ALIENS.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Benefits

The City of Brea offers a generous benefit package for eligible employees for the Part-time Employment and Benefits Policy members, including:

SALARY RANGE: Composed of seven (7) steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

RETIREMENT: In lieu of a social security contribution, all part-time regular and part-time intermittent employees that are not in the CalPERS retirement system must participate in the City’s 457 deferred compensation program. The mandatory minimum contribution is seven and a half percent (7.5%).

HEALTH INSURANCE: Certain part-time employees may be eligible to participate in the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) Program for medical insurance. To be eligible, employees must meet CalPERS PEMHCA requirements (e.g., must work at least half-time and have a permanent appointment or a “limited term” appointment with a duration of more than six months.) Effective January 1, 2024, the City's contribution toward CalPERS health insurance premiums for these eligible and participating part-time employees shall be $157 per month.

GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS: Part-time regular employees may participate in the City’s dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical/dependent programs, short term disability, critical illness, cancer, accident or pet insurances.

BILINGUAL PAY: $0.58 per hour for eligible languages in addition to English.

HOLIDAYS: Part-time regular employees shall be paid four (4) hours for regularly scheduled work days any of the holidays listed in their employment and benefits policy.

GENERAL LEAVE: Part-time Regular/ Intermittent employees may earn and/or accrue vacation and sick leave time based on their employment and benefits policy.

For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Part-Time Employment and Benefits Policy click on: Memorandums of Understanding Click on the links under "Part-Time Classifications” or “Part-Time Employment and Benefits Policy.

01

Did you retire from an agency under the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you possess a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Please indicate how many years of administrative and technical experience you have in solid waste, sustainability, and/or recycling work?

  • No Experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • 1-2 years of experience
  • 3-4 years of experience
  • 5 or more years of experience

04

Please describe your administrative and technical experience in solid waste, sustainability, and/or recycling work. If none, please type N/A. Please note, this information must be found in your work history section of the application.

05

Please select your level of experience in recycling programs and California State law recycling requirements.

  • I do not have any experience in this field.
  • I have some training/exposure but have not yet performed this job function on the job.
  • I have performed this task on the job, but my work is monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee.
  • I have performed this task on the job independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
  • I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other employees.

06

Please describe your experience in communicating recycling initiatives, policies, and programs to the public. Including but not limited to staff, residents, business owners, etc. If none, please type N/A.

07

I understand that this is a grant funded limited term part -time position.

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question

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