Sustainability Outreach Coordinator

Waste Connections is hiring a full-time Sustainability Outreach Coordinator in Hermiston, OR, with a salary of $65,000-$70,000/year. The role involves leading community education on waste reduction and sustainability, coordinating outreach programs for various audiences, and delivering presentations. Candidates should have experience in event planning, strong public speaking skills, and a passion for sustainability. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.
Outreach Coordinator

Location: Hermiston, OR
Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000/year
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) with occasional evenings and weekends required for events and outreach activities



Who We Are

Waste Connections, Inc. (NYSE: WCN) is one of North America’s leading solid waste, recycling, and environmental services companies—and an even better place to build a meaningful career. We empower our employees to make decisions, contribute ideas, and do work that matters alongside hardworking, passionate teammates.



We value servant leadership, integrity, respect, and accountability, and we believe our people are the key to our success. Each individual’s background, experience, and perspective makes us stronger and helps us better serve the communities entrusted to us.



Why Join Waste Connections?

Culture: A true team environment where empowered, self-directed employees understand the importance of their work

Integrity: We do what we say we will do—for our customers and for each other

Respect: We treat coworkers, customers, and communities with professionalism and care



Position Summary

The Outreach Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting community education and engagement around waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives. This role leads and supports outreach programs across a variety of audiences and settings, including businesses, schools, residential communities, construction and demolition stakeholders, and public events.



This position operates with a high level of independence and spends significant time in the field delivering programs, presentations, and hands-on education.



Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute waste reduction and recycling education programs for:

Businesses and food waste generators

Construction and demolition stakeholders

Single-family and multi-family residential communities

Schools (elementary through college level)

Community events and public outreach initiatives

Respond to customer and community inquiries regarding recycling guidelines and best practices

Deliver engaging presentations to small and large audiences, both in classroom and public settings

Lead and coordinate recycling site tours

Support larger outreach initiatives while managing day-to-day education and engagement tasks

Track and manage multiple projects simultaneously, from planning through completion

Perform additional outreach-related duties as assigned



Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

Demonstrated knowledge of and passion for recycling, waste reduction, and sustainability

Bi-lingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred

Experience planning and executing events or outreach programs

Strong presentation and public speaking skills for audiences of varying sizes and age groups

Ability to work independently, using sound judgment and discretion

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills



Technical Skills:

Intermediate proficiency with:

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or similar graphics tools



Work Style Attributes:

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and priorities

Self-motivated with the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision

Comfortable working under pressure and managing long-term projects along side daily responsibilities



To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.





We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".





Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.