Recycling Coordinator

Position: Recycling Coordinator

Reports To: Recycling Manager

Supervises: Seasonal technicians or interns as needed for specific projects

Position Type: Part time

Location: On Site

Purpose of This Document

This job description has been approved by the Tribal Administrator for staff clarity to define the duties, reporting relationships, and expectations of the Recycling Coordinator. Personnel management functions such as hiring, discipline, grievances, and benefits administration remain under the authority of the Human Resources Department.

Position Overview

The Recycling Coordinator supports recycling, waste reduction, and solid waste education initiatives for the Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska. This role is responsible for implementing recycling programs, tracking waste diversion metrics, coordinating community outreach, and supporting environmental sustainability efforts. This role assists the Recycling Manager in executing Tribal environmental priorities, ensuring program success, and promoting sustainability and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Core Functional Duties

• Assisting with recycling implementation.

• Supporting program implementation and data tracking specific to recycling initiatives.

• Assisting with recycling outreach campaigns.

• Conducting fieldwork based on specific focus area needs, such as recycling program implementation.

2. Other Responsibilities

• Project Support:

• Assist Project Managers in project planning, implementation, and tracking, including developing work plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Collect, organize, and analyze data related to environmental projects, including field data, scientific literature, and regulatory information to inform project progress and decisions.

• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and other project documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Maintain accurate records, project files, deliverables, and databases to support accountability and transparency.

• Assist in coordinating logistics for project activities, such as meetings, workshops, and fieldwork.

• Assist with the procurement of supplies and equipment.

• Assist in the preparation of grant applications, budgets, and timelines to meet project requirements.

• Provide logistical and administrative support to Recycling Manager and supervise seasonal technicians or interns as needed.

• Stakeholder/Community Engagement and Outreach:

• Assist with organizing community outreach and educational events, such as workshops, presentations, and public meetings.

• Develop and distribute communication materials, including newsletters, website content, and social media posts, to raise awareness of the environmental initiatives in the Tribe and to the broader community.

• Foster collaboration with Tribal members, local organizations, and external partners to strengthen program participation.

• Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Coordinate with other Environmental Coordinators and Tribal staff to ensure alignment across programs.

• Support cross-departmental efforts to integrate environmental, cultural, and wellness goals.

• Compliance and Reporting:

• Assist in ensuring project compliance with applicable environmental and grant regulations and permits.

• Support the preparation and submission of regulatory reports and other required documentation.

• Maintain awareness of relevant environmental and grant regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Traditional Knowledge or bachelor's in environmental science, Natural Resources Management, Biology or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, a combination of relevant experience and traditional ecological knowledge may be considered in place of formal education.

• 0-3 years of experience in environmental project support, data collection, or community outreach is preferred.

• Experience working with Tribal governments or Alaska Native Organizations preferred.

• Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively support the Project Manager or Environment Director and engage with diverse audiences.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team while taking directions from the Project Manager or Environment Director.

• Basic understanding of environmental principles, data collection, and reporting methods.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Willingness to learn and support diverse focus areas.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Traditional Knowledge

• Experience working with Tribal communities or in rural settings.

• Proficiency in GIS software.

• Familiarity with local environmental issues and conditions in Unalaska, AK.

• Experience with data management and analysis.

• Experience working with government agencies.

Native, Veteran, and Internal Preference

The Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with P.L. 93-638, preference will be given to qualified Alaska Native and Native American applicants. Additional consideration is provided to eligible veterans. Internal applicants receive preference in hiring decisions.