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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.219 RECYCLING SPECIALIST III 20220110PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 2.219 Class Specifications for the Class: RECYCLING SPECIALIST III SR-22, BU-13 Duties Summary: Independently performs the full range and variety of assignments related to the development, implementation and coordination of island-wide recycling programs and may include waste reduction programs; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to independently perform the full range and variety of assignments related to the development, implementation and coordination of recycling programs, projects, and activities, and may include waste reduction programs and projects. 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).  Develops, organizes, coordinates, implements, and monitors existing and new recycling programs, including program expansions;  May serve as a team leader in coordinating and implementing major recycling projects/programs;  Develops educational and promotional materials and programs to support recycling activities;  Distributes materials and gives presentations and workshops on recycling to schools, community groups, associations, industries, and businesses;  Develops contract specifications for assigned projects;  Conducts inspections of operations and contractors as needed;  Conducts on-site investigations of neighborhoods and facilities, such as apartment buildings, multi-family complexes, office buildings, hotels, restaurants, and hospitals, to determine recycling feasibility and system design and to ensure compliance with recycling laws and disposal regulations; PART I RECYCLING SPECIALIST III 2 2.219 Monitors disposal sites (e.g. landfills, transfer stations, etc.) for compliance with disposal bans and restrictions; Notifies haulers and businesses of non-compliance; Tracks compliance records; Assists businesses and haulers with methods for hauling and delivering properly segregated loads; Develops and maintains databases related to recycling and recycling programs; Compiles and evaluates data and statistics; Conducts research; Prepares reports; Prepares correspondence and responds to inquiries from businesses, community organizations, waste and recycling industries and the general public in support of numerous recycling programs and activities; Provides technical assistance to the commercial sector which includes businesses, private haulers, and recycling companies; Tracks budget expenditures; Attends training meetings, may accompany State inspector on-site inspections; May supervise and/or provide guidance to lower-level workers; and Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Professional knowledge of trends and developments in recycling, waste recovery, and waste reduction; principles of psychology and human behavior; government and community organizations and functions; principles and techniques in preparing informational and educational materials; publicity methods and media; research methods and techniques; report writing. Ability to: Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and supervise recycling information, education and promotion activities and programs; provide technical assistance concerning recycling programs; communicate effectively orally and in writing with various segments of the public; PART I RECYCLING SPECIALIST III 3 2.219 develop and maintain effective working relationships with various private, governmental and community organizations; evaluate programs and recommend improvements; understand, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations; prepare analytical reports with recommendations. This is an amendment to the specification for the class, RECYCLING SPECIALIST III, which was approved on April 9, 2007, effective December 16, 2006, 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 2.219 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: RECYCLING SPECIALIST III SR-22, 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; and three (3) years of professional work experience in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery or comparable program. 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 or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health 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). PART II RECYCLING SPECIALIST III 2 2.219 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. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits specific in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field leading towards a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD degree from an accredited college or university, may be substituted up to one (1) year of the experience in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery or comparable program (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. A Master’s degree in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery or comparable program. C. A Doctorate’s degree in business or public administration, urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, environmental science or public health or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience in the implementation and coordination of a recycling, waste reduction, waste recovery or comparable program. 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. PART II RECYCLING SPECIALIST III 3 2.219 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. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment to the specification for the class, RECYCLING SPECIALIST III, which was approved on April 9, 2007, effective December 16, 2006, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved:January 10, 2022 (date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources