Waste Reduction & Recycling Specialist Seasonal

Waste Reduction & Recycling Specialist

• Seasonal Salary $27.

75 Hourly Location Elk River 55330-1692, MN Job Type Seasonal Job Number 2026-01725 Department Planning & Zoning Opening Date 04/14/2026 Closing Date 4/23/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Summary This is a seasonal position responsible for assisting with organics recycling programs, researching and implementing a re-use event or fix-it clinics, and providing education and outreach to residents and businesses within Sherburne County. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Assist with organics recycling program. Promote and register participants for organics recycling program at Farmers Markets and other community events Monitor organics drop-off locations for use and contamination Educate residents and staff on recycling and organics recycling Promote increased education and outreach to schools Assist with increasing organics recycling throughout the County Research best practices on organics recycling Research, advertise for, and implement a re-use event or fix-it clinic. Research successful re-use events or fix-it clinics that have been hosted by other cities, townships, or counties Determine locations and methodology needed for hosting events Advertise for and host a re-use event that results in zero-waste or fix-it clinics Develop a "how-to" guide for staff to replicate such events in the future Provide education and outreach to residents and businesses within Sherburne County Generate Environmental Educator and Business Recycling Educator articles Provide additional assistance to Dept. staff on recycling and/or reuse outreach programs. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Ability to be a self-starter. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to a group. Interest in waste reduction and recycling initiatives. Interviews will take place the week of April 27th. Minimum Qualifications An individual must meet the minimum qualifications as stated below to qualify for this position. High School Diploma or GED; AND At least one year of experience in education and outreach. Interest in waste reduction and recycling initiatives is preferred. Supplemental Information This is a seasonal position, meaning it is limited to 67 working days per calendar year. Work schedule days and hours are flexible based on candidate's availability. This position in not benefit eligible. 01 Which of the following is your highest completed level of education? High School Diploma or equivalent One

• Year Post Secondary Two
• Year Post Secondary or Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree or Higher None of the above 02 Which of the following best describes your relevant experience?

No experience Less than 1 year More than 1 year, but less than 2 years More than 2 years 03 Briefly describe your relevant experience mentioned in question 2. Experience must also be listed in the work history section of your application. If no experience, type "n/a". 04

Veterans' Preference:

Veterans preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans and are added to the exam results. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 197.455.

YOU MUST SUPPLY A COPY OF YOUR DD214

(Member Copy 4). Disabled veterans must also supply a Summary of Benefits Letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD214, and Summary of Benefits Letter from USDVAFL or death certificate. All required documentation must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the posted closing date. Are you applying for veteran's preference points? NO YES

• veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge
• see MN Stat 197.447 YES
• veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability YES
• spouse of a veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability (the Veteran must also be qualified to apply for the position but their service connected disability restricts them from applying for or performing the job duties) YES
• spouse of a deceased veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and had a service connected disability 05 I affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Sherburne County for up to three years. Yes No 06 If, during or after your interview, Sherburne County determines that you have been convicted of a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony for which a jail sentence was or could have been imposed, you may be disqualified from this position by operation of law or county policy. I have read and understand this statement. Yes No Required Question Employer Sherburne County Address Sherburne County Government Center 13880 Business Center Drive NW Elk River, Minnesota, 55330-1692 Phone 763-765-3001 Website http://www.co.sherburne.mn.us