Assistant Recycling Coordinator

Assistant Recycling Coordinator Position Overview

The Town of Brookline is seeking an Assistant Recycling Coordinator to join the Department of Public Works Highway Division and support community-wide sustainability efforts. This role plans and enhances the Town’s commercial and municipal recycling initiatives while advancing broader goals related to waste reduction, resource conservation, and environmental stewardship.

Reporting to the Environmental Health Supervisor, the Assistant Recycling Coordinator engages businesses, municipal departments, and residents to promote sustainable practices. The position supports program research and development, provides technical guidance, and expands outreach efforts through presentations, educational materials, and public-facing events. It also assists in coordinating household hazardous waste and electronic recycling operations, supports related committees, and interdepartmental projects. The role contributes to day-to-day program functions such as conducting site visits, preparing reports and grant materials, coordinating with contracted disposal companies, and responding to citizen inquiries.

It plays a key part in developing public education campaigns, supporting recycling and litter prevention programs, staying informed about statewide recycling and waste‑reduction initiatives, and assisting with administrative tasks, record keeping, seasonal responsibilities, and other work as required.

Associates degree in business, marketing or a related field and three to five years of progressively responsible administrative or marketing experience preferably in a municipal environment; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Strong communication and public‑speaking skills are essential for frequent interaction with residents, businesses, and Town departments. Knowledge of recycling practices, waste‑reduction strategies, and basic environmental principles;

the ability to interpret regulations and technical materials; and strong organizational, writing, and computer skills for preparing reports, educational materials, and outreach content while managing multiple program tasks with accuracy and attention to detail are required.

$28.57 hourly plus generous benefits.