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Oregon DEQ looking for Policy Analyst
2016-11-28 15:10:50 UTC
The Materials Management Section of Oregon DEQ (in Portland) is recruiting for a Senior Policy Analyst, who will work closely with our programs management team, legislative analyst and senior project staff on the development of policy options, administrative rules, legislative proposals and strategic plans. This individual will conduct extensive engagement with stakeholders, lead the development of a regular forum to facilitate communication between DEQ and stakeholders, and serve as a subject matter expert in the area of extended producer responsibility. This is a permanent, full-time position.
This position has an annual salary range of $57,636 - $84,252, plus comprehensive benefits. Applications are due December 12 at 11:59 pm.
For additional details, please see the job announcement at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/1591041/operations-and-policy-analyst-3-senior-policy-analyst.
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Communications/Outreach Specialist needed in Oregon
2016-11-22 11:26:19 UTC
The Materials Management Section of Oregon DEQ (in Portland) is recruiting for a Communications/Outreach Specialist, who will work closely with senior project staff and partners across the state to develop and implement communications, marketing/social media campaigns, outreach and education strategies, programs and action plans to reduce the environmental and public health impacts of materials. This is a full-time, limited duration position through June 30, 2017 with the possibility of an extension.
This position has an annual salary range of $57,636 - $84,252, plus comprehensive benefits. Applications are due December 12 at 11:59 pm.
For additional details, please see the job announcement at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/1579706/operations-and-policy-analyst-3-communications-outreach-specialist.
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Oregon hiring Material Recovery Specialist
2016-09-07 19:04:34 UTC
Oregon DEQ's Materials Management section has an opening for one (1) Natural Resource Specialist 3 Material Recovery Specialist. The purpose of this position is to develop and implement strategies to increase and improve recovery of high impact materials. The person in this position will work with partners in the industry and other stakeholders to evaluate existing material recovery programs and different management options. A strong focus on multi-tenant recycling will define the initial work for this position. This position will lead the evaluation of multi-tenant recycling programs in preparation for a required 2019 legislative report (ORS 459A.015(Sec.13c)). This position will coordinate and discuss strategies with other states and oversee grants to local governments, contracts and/or pilot projects as appropriate.
Link to application: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/1517652/natural-resource-specialist-3-material-recovery-specialist
This is a permanent, full-time position located in Portland, Oregon. Salary range is $4,062 - $5,933/month plus benefits. This recruitment closes on September 26 at 11:59 pm.
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Re: Barriers & Benefits in Food Waste Prevention
2016-03-29 11:21:43 UTC
The West Coast Climate and Materials Management Forum included CBSM approaches to look at wasted food http://westcoastclimateforum.com/food
The work is detailed in a report (listed under resources on the food link). http://westcoastclimateforum.com/sites/westcoastclimateforum/files/related_documents/Food_Too_Good_To_Waste_Background_Research_Report.pdf
There is a brief summary as well http://westcoastclimateforum.com/sites/westcoastclimateforum/files/related_documents/pilotdescriptions.pdf
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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senior policy analyst position at oregon deq
2015-07-23 17:08:28 UTC
Oregon DEQ has an exceptional opportunity for candidates interested in serving as a Senior Policy Analyst in our Materials Management Section, which plans and implements policies, programs and projects to reduce impacts of materials and products throughout their life cycle, from design and production through distribution, consumption and use and management at end-of-life. This position will support implementation of Materials Management in Oregon: 2050 Vision and Framework for Action.
The successful candidate will work closely with the programs management team, legislative analyst and senior project staff and will lead and participate in teams evaluating and developing policy options, administrative rules, legislative proposals and strategic plans for the program as well as specific projects. S/he will conduct extensive engagement with stakeholders on specific projects, policies and legislative issues. Experience in materials management, including extended producer responsibility, is desirable but not required.
This recruitment closes August 13. For additional details, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/1180846/operations-and-policy-analyst-3-senior-policy-analyst
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Re: Recycling E-Waste
2015-07-16 11:44:23 UTC
e-Stewards is the gold standard for 3rd party certification. They focus on restricting hazardous materials exports to developing nations; and require safe and sustainable management practices including no burn or bury, and no child or prison labor.
e-Steward's website shows 8 certified facilities in Minnesota http://e-stewards.org/
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Re: Case-study: Recycling Ambassadors (volunteer tenants in apartments)
2013-09-16 18:43:37 UTC
I'd like to learn more about both the Edmonton and Orange County programs. Can you point me to more details, or contact me at recyclingjpa@gmail.com
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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Re: Reducing Plastic Bottle Use through Glassware
2013-06-06 09:29:42 UTC
The Oregon Department of Environmental conducted a lifecycle analysis of bottled and tap water http://www.deq.state.or.us/lq/sw/wasteprevention/drinkingwater.htm
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
www.urecycle.org -
Re: Recycling in Public Parks
2011-11-24 11:19:40 UTC
Here is a good source for containers if wildlife is an issue http://www.bearsaver.com/RecyclingEnclosures.htm
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
www.urecycle.org -
Re: Best Colour for Recycling Bins
2011-06-27 11:04:55 UTC
I agree with Ken's observations. Most variations from those colors result from corporate color branding
john davis
mojave desert and mountain recycling authority
United States
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