HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.216 RECYCLING SPECIALIST TRAINEE 20220110PART I 2.216 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI
Class Specifications for the Class:
RECYCLING SPECIALIST TRAINEE
SR-16, BU-13
Duties Summary:
Performs as a trainee, receiving orientation and on-the-job training in the
implementation and coordination of recycling and waste reduction programs; performs
selected assignments relative to the County's recycling and waste reduction programs; and
performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class represents the entry level in the Recycling Specialist series and is designed
to provide a career introduction and training in the functions, goals, and objectives of
county-wide recycling and waste reduction programs as well as pertinent laws, rules,
regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and work processes that govern or impact
those programs. Work assignments are clear cut, routine and selected and designed to
develop the employee for progression to the next higher level. The employee receives close
supervision and guidance through detailed instructions in work methods and practices and
through review during all phases of work.
Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily
descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does
not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical
assignment for the position).
Receives orientation in the functions, goals and objectives of recycling and waste
reduction programs;
Learns the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and work
processes that govern or impact the County's recycling and waste reduction
programs;
Observes higher-level specialists and assists in performing simple tasks designed to
provide insight and knowledge in the application of basic principles, concepts, work
processes and techniques;
Under close supervision and following specific instructions, assists in organizing,
developing, implementing, and monitoring existing and proposed recycling and waste
reduction programs, demonstration projects, and educational and promotional
activities;
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Assists in the dissemination of pertinent materials to schools, community groups and
organizations;
Receives training and assists in conducting feasibility and system design studies
through on-site inspection/investigation of facilities; assists in establishing and
monitoring accounts relative to the various programs;
Processes registration forms and license applications;
Conducts research;
Compiles and evaluates data and statistics;
Maintains databases related to recycling programs;
Prepares correspondence and reports;
Responds to recycling queries from businesses, community groups and the general
public; and
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
Principles of psychology and human behavior; basic research methods and
techniques; and report writing.
Ability to:
Learn the functions, goals and objectives of recycling and waste reduction programs;
learn, understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations pertinent to the
programs; obtain and analyze data; maintain records; communicate effectively orally and in
writing; deal tactfully and effectively with others; and establish and maintain effective
working relationships with others.
This is an amendment to the specification for the class, RECYCLING SPECIALIST
TRAINEE, which was approved on July 19, 2007, and is to be substituted for that
specification.
Approved:January 10, 2022
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources
PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 2.216
Minimum Qualification Specifications
for the Class:
RECYCLING SPECIALIST TRAINEE
SR-16, BU-13
Training & Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation
from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in business or public
administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or
public health or a related field.
Substitutions Allowed:
The following may be substituted for education:
General professional work experience or education credits can be substituted for up to two
(2) years of the Bachelor’s degree such as:
A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work
experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a
curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree.
B. Successful completion of semester credits in a curriculum leading to a degree or
diploma at an accredited community college, trades school, college, or university (15
semester credits = 6 months).
Specialized professional work experience in business or public administration, urban
planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a
related field. or education credits in business or public administration, urban planning, civil
or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field. can
be substituted for up to four (4) years of the bachelor’s degree such as:
A. Full time progressively responsible professional, technical, or substantive work
experience demonstrating the scope, level, and quality of work comparable to a
curriculum leading to an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree.
B. Successful completion of semester credits specific to business administration, public
administration or a related field leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited
community college, trades school, college, or university (15 semester credits = 6
months).
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A master’s degree or PhD in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or
environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field. may be
substituted for the education requirement.
If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used
again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for
education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant
holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be
conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the
minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained
independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered.
Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant.
Quality of Experience:
Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be
accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must
have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that
he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being
considered.
License Requirement:
Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position.
Selective Certification:
Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of
some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be
established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent
experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position.
Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the
kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the
duties of the position to be filled.
Tests:
Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.
Health and Physical Condition Requirements:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential
functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Physical Effort Grouping: Light
This is an amendment to the specification for the class, RECYCLING SPECIALIST
TRAINEE, which was approved on July 19, 2007, and is to be substituted for that
specification.
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Approved:January 10, 2022
(date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources