Environmental Conservation Information Specialist

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, plus two (2) years of experience in a related field. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
• Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

None.
Notes to Applicants

Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides essential services that protect people and our planet. The City of Austin has committed to achieving zero waste by the year 2040, an initiative that requires new thinking, policy, and communications about the way we buy, use and dispose of everyday items. This position will be part of the Strategic Initiatives Division and reside as part of the Circular Economy Program.

Day-to-day responsibilities for this role may include (but are not limited to) coordinating interdepartmental zero waste and circular economy programs focusing on outreach and education to City staff, providing 1:1 technical training and assistance to facility managers to assist with compliance and improve recycling of traditional waste streams, and communicating with City staff via shared email inbox and Microsoft Teams. The ideal candidate will have technical presentation skills, process improvement experience, and experience with various tracking systems and software to complete those types of tasks.

Application: Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Your application should reflect your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

Skills Assessments: A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above.

Nepotism Policy: The City of Austin Nepotism Policy states, “No person, regardless of job title or length of tenure with the City, shall be employed in a position in which the relative has direct or indirect supervisory authority regarding the terms and conditions of their relative’s employment.”

Virtual Interviews: Austin Resource Recovery may conduct virtual interviews.

Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) Program. This is a federal program designed to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans upon meeting program requirements.

Military/Veteran: Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$24.08 - $27.93
Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Employees may be required to work early mornings, after hours, or weekends as business needs require.
Job Close Date 12/02/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1520 Rutherford Lane, Austin, TX, 78754 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with using tools to track project progress and performance (e.g. Excel, AirTable, Power Automate).
• Experience speaking in front of and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Communicates project and program information to internal and external customers through presentations, reports, tours, instructional videos, and technical training. Compiles, analyzes, interprets, and develops informational and educational materials. Prepares necessary reports and documents for support of projects and programs. Maintains technical awareness of internal and external business issues at it relates to area of responsibility. Represents Department or Division by interacting with various boards, commissions, special interest groups, outside organizations, and other City Departments and Divisions. Trains, coordinates, and supervises the work of volunteers. Responds to requests from the media. Evaluates projects, programs, and performance measures and criteria. Assists in the development of short-and long-range plans for projects and programs. Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Assists in the development of departmental and divisional processes and procedures.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of city practices, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Environmental Conservation Information Specialist position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, plus two (2) years of experience in a related field. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Master's degree may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with using tools to track project progress and performance, including the types of tools you have used (e.g. Excel, AirTable, Power Automate).
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience presenting and communicating to diverse audiences.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.)

• Employee Referral
• Online Advertising/Media
• ARR Job Fair
• Workforce Solutions Job Fair
• COA Website
• CDL Driving School
• Other

Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)


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