In November, eligible Recycle Colorado members will elect five (5) candidates to serve on the Board of Directors for a three-year term (2022-2024, ending December 2024). Recycle Colorado members will receive an email in October with more information about the election. The Nominating Committee is confident that the presented candidates have the time, ability and inclination to serve on the Board of Directors. Questions about the slate of candidates or the selection process can be directed to Tim Dailey, Board President.

Sr Specialist, Environmental Sustainability: This position supports the community’s values and adopted Zero Waste goals through equity-centered communications and engagement aimed at increasing recycling and waste diversion. This position will also participate in strategic municipal and community efforts, such as the implementation of Our Climate Future, and partner with the community to achieve these outcomes. This position may also help coordinate Environmental Services communications, in partnership with the Communications and Public Involvement Office, on topics including improving indoor and outdoor air quality and implementing climate action, and coordinate volunteers. In addition to the key competencies listed below, the team welcomes candidates with a range of experiences, ranging from community organizing and Spanish-language fluency to anti-racism training and knowledge of fundamentals of environmental planning. It is a full-time permanent position with full benefits. Position closes on November 8; more info at the City of Fort Collins website.  

The Utilities Administration’s Office of Strategic Analytics has an opening for an Operations Analyst!

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YOU ARE a people-focused sales and management minded individual looking to be a part of statewide outreach that helps promote the recycling industry. We want this internship to go to an aspiring business professional, in school or at the beginning of their career, who is eager to engage with people in our industry and expand our network in all 64 counties of Colorado.

YOU ARE a creative design-savvy individual looking to be a part of statewide marketing campaigns that help promote the recycling industry. We want this internship to go to an aspiring marketing professional, in school or at the beginning of their career, to contribute to our branding, messaging and public voice.

Organization: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability
Salary: $3,708.00 - $4,449.00 Monthly
Deadline: July 11, 2021

The strength of the recycling industry grows from the grassroots up, from volunteers and entrepreneurs to the communities and industries that build out our infrastructure. Recycle Colorado is proud to celebrate this year’s 2021 Recycling Award recipients, who are recognized for their ability to adapt during a challenging year and also for keeping on as they always have, with diligence, creativity and perseverance.

Organization: Mesa County
Salary: $54,712.08 - $57,359.40 Annually
Deadline: July 15, 2021

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Policy Committee Call for Nominations: Respond by July 2

Deadline: July 19, 2021

The USDA National Resources Conservation Service announced the availability of up to $15 million for the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) classic program.

Deadline: August 3, 2021

EPA’s 2021-2022 SBIR Phase I solicitation is now open. EPA is calling for small businesses to apply for Phase I awards for up to $100,000 to demonstrate the feasibility of developing and commercializing an innovative technology under an SBIR solicitation topic. Topics include:

Organization: Boulder County Resource Conservation Division
Salary: $4,897-$5,876 Monthly
Deadline: June 22, 2021

Organization: Wompost
Salary: $45,000-$65,000
Deadline: Open until filled

Organization: Sustainable Resilient Longmont
Salary: $28,000 - $32,000, based on 25 hours per week
Deadline: July 9, 2021

Students, from all elevations of Colorado, competed for just three conference scholarships awarded by Recycle Colorado this year. The recipients are from the University of Northern Colorado, University of Colorado Denver, and Western Colorado University. At the virtual Summit for Recycling conference, students will learn about career opportunities in the recycling, materials management and sustainability fields, while connecting with private businesses, local government, nonprofits, and university representatives.

Deadline: June 30, 2021

The purpose of this RFA is to fund projects that lead to new opportunities to divert waste from landfills. The intent of this solicitation is to offer “mini-grants '' through a simplified application process for small-scale projects that meet the goals of the RREO program.

Let's flip the script from telling the same old story about our waste woes to instead shining a brighter light on our recycling accomplishments. The history of how the recycling industry got here is always important to understand, but the solutions and immense progress often get ignored. “The scientific and engineering advancements that the recycling and composting industries have achieved are phenomenal, with more on the horizon,” said Kristin Kim, executive director of Recycle Colorado. “Our collaborative problem solving is something that we can all take pride in on a community and government level.”

Organization: RRS
Salary: $70,000-$100,000 depending on experience and qualifications
Deadline: May 31, 2021

Organization: Compost Colorado
Salary: $16/hour based on experience, full time
Deadline: Open until filled