Solid Waste Education & Outreach Technician

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being.

We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential.

Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, communication, education, or related field.
OR
Associates degree from an accredited college in communications, marketing, education, or related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, assists with developing and implementing solid waste and environmental resources programs, education, and outreach. Develops and distributes educational materials about solid waste services and programs. Assists with supporting the Southeast Minnesota Recyclers Exchange (SEMREX). Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

• Develops a variety of internal and external communications for the department. Distributes through print, digital, graphics, website updates, video, and social media channels. 
• Assists with implementing communication plans and strategies for the department. 
• Creates and documents successful brand and visual identity, risk communications, and culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate communications.
• Assists with coordinating community engagement efforts and events to promote Environmental Resources programs. Presents information to the public.
• Assists with implementing Environmental Resources media advertising and marketing campaigns. Collaborates with staff and media to develop and schedule radio and TV ads. 
• Assists with implementing marketing plans. Analyzes data on marketing efforts and makes advertising budget recommendations.
• Assists individuals, businesses, and government agencies regarding solid waste programs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to environmental resources programs.
• Knowledge of communication principles, practices strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of public relations principles, practices, and techniques.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication including presentations.
• Skill in the use of computers and technology.
• Skill in the use of written, digital, and social media communication.
• Skill in website design, and other electronic and social media.
• Skill in editing and proofreading.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to effectively solve problems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work tasks.
• Ability to write or edit in a variety of writing styles and on a wide range of topics.

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.