How to hire a recycle coordinator

How to hire a recycle coordinator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step recycle coordinator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a recycle coordinator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new recycle coordinator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The recycle coordinator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect recycle coordinator also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of recycle coordinators and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Recycle Coordinator	Description	Hourly rate
   Recycle Coordinator		$14-28
   Internship Coordinator	Internship coordinators typically work in an organization's human resource (HR) department and act as the internship program director. They are responsible for developing and implementing an internship program... Show more	$14-28
   Outreach Coordinator	An outreach coordinator is responsible for assisting community and fundraising programs, ensuring the smooth flow of events and participants' engagement. Outreach coordinators often work with humanitarian organizations or other nonprofit institutions to promote and develop citizens' welfare... Show more	$16-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Management
   • Community Events
   • Waste Reduction Programs
   • Outreach Program
   • Recyclable Materials
   • Waste Management
   • Optimize Service
   • Composting
   • Sustainable Practices
   • Public Education
   • Household Hazardous Waste
   • Collection Schedules
   • EPA
   • ISO

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage campus organic gardens and greenhouse.
   • Visit classrooms of all elementary grades for composting education.
   • Implement a new large-scale infrastructure as the university increase composting demands.
   • Coordinate support services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families -Determine eligibility and secure Medicaid fund services -Develop/implement treatment plans.
   • Design a PowerPoint training presentation on internal controls specific to the organization through coordination with other state agency training programs.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your recycle coordinator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A recycle coordinator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, recycle coordinators' average salary in alabama is 35% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level recycle coordinators earn 47% less than senior-level recycle coordinators.
   • Certifications. A recycle coordinator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a recycle coordinator's salary.

   Average recycle coordinator salary

   $43,493yearly

   $20.91 hourly rate

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   Entry-level recycle coordinator salary

   $31,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a recycle coordinator job description

   A recycle coordinator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a recycle coordinator job description:

   Recycle coordinator job description example

   **Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.**
   
   **We are Sustainability in Action - our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.**
   **Why choose** **Republic?**
   
   **Joining Republic isn't just about taking on a new job, it's about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.**
   
   **As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:**
   
   + We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.
   
   + We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
   
   + We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.
   
   + We are driven to deliver results in the right way.
   
   + We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.
   
   POSITION SUMMARY: The Recycling Coordinator develops and implements recycling and diversion programs and assists in the promotion of the Company's recycling efforts. The Recycling Coordinator works directly with the Company's customer base via telephone, onsite visits, events, trade shows and outreach educational programs to identify and educate them on proper recycling techniques to improve the quality of materials received at our Recycling Center(s).
   
   PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
   
   + Monitors and evaluates existing commercial and special event recycling programs and makes recommendations for educational and service improvement.
   
   + Coordinates and provides input and strategic guidance regarding the customer collection schedule with the Operations department.
   
   + Creates, develops and implements food waste recycling outreach programs and collateral material for use in promoting food waste education, recycling, and diversion to schools and businesses within the market service area. Drafts, organizes and conducts classroom presentations and responds to inquiries about recycling and other waste reduction programs.
   
   + Drafts, compiles and disseminates communications to customers to assist them in eliminating materials that contaminate recycling waste.
   
   + Creates or assists in the creation of the Company newsletter, semi-annual/annual reports, brochures, pamphlets, ads, slide shows, and other related Company publications for internal and external use.
   
   + Performs commercial waste audits/assessments and recommends service levels for waste and recycling. Conducts and participates in waste characterization studies upon request. Provides customers written reports of findings and recommendations.
   
   + Compiles statistics for contractual food waste recycling tonnage reports, analyzes data for accuracies and trends. Analyzes monthly reports on outreach activities and maintains a calendar of reporting deadlines.
   
   + Participates in researching the availability of grants and other funding sources for recycle and waste reduction projects and assists in securing applicable funds.
   
   + Builds relationships and increases Company visibility to promote recycling and diversion programs through participation in community events, trade shows, chamber of commerce meetings and other applicable events, as necessary as the Company's representative.
   
   + Organizes and completes proactive scheduled phone block activities to establish initial and follow-up appointments with customer decision-makers.
   
   + Utilizes the Company's tracking and customer based tools on a daily basis, schedules and documents all activities, and develops robust information profiles on current customer base to facilitate and ensure proper recycling habits.
   
   + Schedules and conducts tours of local transfer stations, landfills or other facilities.
   
   + Performs other job-related duties, as required.
   
   QUALIFICATIONS:
   
   + Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, environmental management or related field.
   
   + Experience in communication, business/economic or professional outreach activities.
   
   + Experience managing websites and using social media.
   
   + Ability to organize, manage and control workflow of concurrent projects.
   
   + Strong time management skills and the ability to adhere to and meet deadlines.
   
   + Ability to motivate employees to volunteer for community events and establish effective working relationships with office staff, city officials, community and business groups and general public.
   
   + Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate to all levels of management, both internally and externally.
   
   + Strong active listening skills; gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and letting others fully state their ideas.
   
   + Grasps concepts quickly and has good follow through skills; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
   
   + Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
   
   + Excellent self-motivation skills; strong work ethic.
   
   + Trustworthy and maintains the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
   
   + Service oriented; actively looks for ways to help people.
   
   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
   
   + High School diploma or G.E.D.
   
   + Minimum of 2 years of experience in a customer-facing role that includes identifying and addressing customer needs.
   
   + Valid driver's license.
   
   **Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**
   
   Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
   
   • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
   
   • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
   
   • Short- and long-term disability.
   
   • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
   
   • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
   
   • Employee discount programs.
   
   • 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
   
   • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
   
   _The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company._
   
   Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right recycle coordinator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with recycle coordinators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit recycle coordinators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with recycle coordinator candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new recycle coordinator

   Once you've found the recycle coordinator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new recycle coordinator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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