Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Education and Innovation Specialist
Implements recycling programs for multifamily properties to meet sustainability targets.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Recycling Specialist is directly responsible for achieving the recycling and waste‑reduction goals set for multifamily properties in county agreements and additional innovation projects. The role requires a deep understanding of WM service offerings and the ability to leverage WM relationships and resources to meet contractual sustainability targets. Key duties include developing and implementing programs that surpass contractual metrics, conducting outreach and education for property managers and residents, and designing tailored presentations that drive awareness of WM initiatives. The specialist also performs site surveys and waste audits, formulates data‑driven recommendations aligned with district capabilities, and ensures flawless execution of WM services. Collaboration is essential; the specialist works with the Public Sector team to shape county‑wide strategies, cultivates community partnerships through public events, and prepares internal and external reports on program performance. • Develop and implement recycling programs that exceed county agreement metrics. • Conduct outreach and education for multifamily property managers and residents to improve recycling practices. • Perform site surveys and waste audits to provide data‑driven recommendations aligned with operational capacity. • Design and deliver customized presentations and educational programs to drive sustainability awareness. • Leverage WM services and relationships to ensure flawless service delivery. • Collaborate with Public Sector teams to shape overall county‑wide sustainability strategy. • Build and maintain community partnerships by participating in public events and meetings. • Prepare and file internal and external reports on recycling program performance. • Work in a mixed office/field environment using standard office equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸recycling programs
- ▸waste audits
- ▸outreach education
- ▸presentation design
- ▸service delivery
- ▸report preparation
What You Bring
Required qualifications are an associate’s degree in a related field (or a high school diploma/GED), at least two years of relevant experience, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. The position operates in both office and field environments, using standard office equipment. • Meet required qualifications: associate’s degree (or high school diploma/GED), 2+ years relevant experience, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
Requirements
- ▸associate degree
- ▸high school
- ▸2 years
- ▸driver's license
- ▸reliable transport
- ▸field work
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $62,200 to $77,800 annually, complemented by a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) matching, and paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. WM is North America’s largest waste‑management and environmental‑solutions provider, committed to equal employment opportunity, sustainability, and a people‑first culture. • Receive a base salary of $62,200–$77,800 plus comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, personal days).
Work Environment
Field