Engagement Coordinator

City of Denton
City of Denton Salary
Denton, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2024
Responsible for developing and facilitating interactive educational and instructional programs that are organized, age appropriate and maintain interest to promote the City of Denton’s waste minimization goals and resource conservation programs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
 
DUTIES
  • Develop informal and formal educational programming that is in line with the goals and objectives of the City of Denton’s Strategic Plan, including but not limited to solid waste and recycling and related environmental programs.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with Homeowner Association (HOA’s), Multifamily, and Commercial customers to determine educational needs; create educational programs that meet identified goals and objectives.
  • Coordinate adoption of comprehensive sustainability educational programming and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance and promote the program.
  • Evaluate, update, and provide on-site tours of the Materials Recovery Facility and City of Denton Landfill, as needed.
  • Design and conduct instructional and training programs for internal and external customers.
  • Design and maintain inventory of educational, and promotional materials that are within budget; assist with the creation of operational materials for division, as needed.
  • Research, create and provide continuing education opportunities on the topics including but not limited to solid waste, recycling, and sustainability. 
  • Oversee the Solid Waste and Recycling social media presence on all platforms acquired and approved by the City of Denton and Department.
  • Maintain Solid Waste & Recycling website pages, including the Solid Waste & Recycling section of the Denton Green Business Program,  to ensure information is up to date, captures the audience interest and is accurate.
  • Provide educational opportunities for the community through involvement in events, including but not limited to, community fairs, festivals, and meetings.
  • Seek to educate citizens through any available media; collaborate with civic and non-profit groups to promote Solid Waste & Recycling programs.
  • Continue to collect and analyze data to measure success of educational programming and marketing strategies; present data analysis to professional organizations through conferences and publishing, as appropriate.
  • Research and evaluate successful educational programs throughout the country and stay up to date on the latest technology and information related to solid waste and recycling education; provide recommendations and implement program improvements for the City of Denton program.
  • Write grant applications for new and existing educational program funding. 
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
  • None. 
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Earth, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Education, Marketing, Communication, or related field; and,
  • Two (2) years’ experience with least one year with: 
    • Teaching a classroom setting, planning Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)-compliant lessons,
    • Proven educational presentation creation and marketing materials for all age groups,
    • Direct environmental work, research and/or experience in Solid Waste Recycling Education, Outreach, or Operations, or related field, 
OR
  • Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: 
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.
  • Knowledge of City of Denton policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and differentiation of instruction through a variety of tools that are organized, age appropriate and maintain interest.
  • Skill at the intermediate level, working with Microsoft Office 365, and other software systems to complete work. 
  • Skill in presenting technical information to a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to lead, develop, direct, and deliver professional learning. 
  • Ability to provide exceptional service to internal and external customers. 
  • Ability to analyze, research, interpret and understand policies, laws, and regulations that are able to be presented and understood.
  • Ability to motivate, mentor and manage teams through direct and indirect influence.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and in written forms, speak publicly, and listen intently to other points of view.
  • Ability to support controversial positions, negotiation of sensitive issues and/or important presentations with customers, citizens and co-workers while maintaining poise.
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing work environment to facilitate/accomplish needed activities.
  • Ability to work independently to manage multiple work tasks while balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and in a fast-paced environment.  
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
  • Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
  • Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check and social security number verification.
SAFETY 
  • Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
  • Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
  • Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
  • Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes.
  • Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
  • Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
  • Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
  • Lifting: Lifting no more than 20 pounds and carrying up to 10 pounds.
  • Environment: Works in an office setting; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
  • Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
  • Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work outside normal business hours, as needed. Must be able to work overtime, as needed.
  • Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
CORE VALUES
  • Inclusive
  • Collaborative
  • Service-Oriented
  • Strategically Focused
  • Fiscally Responsible
TOP TIER BENEFITS
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans?
  • Employee Health Clinic 
  • Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
  • Retirement Plan 
EEO STATEMENT 
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. 
 
ADA/EOE/ADEA
 
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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