Program Specialist - Recycling

The City of St. Louis is seeking a Program Specialist - Recycling to develop and manage a comprehensive recycling program. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in program development. Responsibilities include grant writing, promoting sustainability, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers a salary of $41K–49K annually and is full-time, based in St. Louis, MO.
We're looking for an innovative and passionate Program Specialist - Recycling to join the City of St. Louis' team and help us achieve our sustainability goals! We strive to create a work environment that fosters creativity and hard work, and are seeking an individual who shares that same desire. The Program Specialist – Recycling will be responsible for creating and managing a comprehensive recycling program for our city.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Environmental Science or a related field, and at least 3 years of professional experience in program development and/or management. They must have excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as experience in grant writing and sustainability initiatives. Furthermore, the candidate must possess a positive and professional attitude, an understanding of urban sustainability, and a commitment to creating a more sustainable future. If this sounds like a role you’d excel in, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:
-Develop and manage a comprehensive recycling program for the City of St. Louis.
-Write grants to acquire funding for program initiatives.
-Manage sustainability initiatives and promote environmental awareness.
-Develop and implement effective strategies to increase public participation in the program.
-Maintain accurate records of program progress, activities, and results.
-Collaborate with other city departments, local businesses, and community groups to ensure program success.
-Participate in professional development seminars and workshops to stay current on industry trends.
-Provide timely reports to the city council and other stakeholders.
-Monitor program budgets, expenditures, and deadlines.
-Advocate for the program’s interests and goals.

City of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.