Ecology Youth Corps Adult Litter Crew Supervisor

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring an Ecology Youth Corps Adult Litter Crew Supervisor in Clark County!

Compensation: Salary range is $3,796 – $4,497 per month

Employment Type: Full-Time

Description: Adult Litter Crew Supervisor – 9 month – Seasonal

Opportunity to work outside and make a real difference in keeping WA roads and public lands clean!

Full-time, seasonal position March 4th – Nov 28th.

Monday – Thursday, 10-hour shifts (40hrs/week).

Supervisors undergo extensive training during a week-long orientation and safety program. They learn first aid and CPR, hazardous material recognition, highway safety procedures, defensive driving, and emergency preparedness.

Position includes paid vacation and sick leave plus medical and dental benefits – click here for more info about benefits!

Supervisor Duties:

• Supervise up to seven Ecology Youth Corps (EYC) crew members. 
• Transport crew in assigned vehicle and operate it in a responsible manner.
• Assume responsibility for the health, safety, well-being, morale, productivity, and discipline of the crew by adhering to EYC procedures and guidelines. 
• Coordinate litter pick-up along roadsides, center medians, and in urban settings that could be potentially dangerous, due to traffic and other hazards. 
• Train crew members in safety and emergency procedures, cellphone use, vehicle care and maintenance, recycling, and litter pick-up efficiency. 
• Conduct interviews and assist in crew-hiring process and new-employee information meetings.
• Complete all reporting and payroll paperwork in a neat, accurate, and timely fashion. 
• Maintain good order and cleanliness in the crew vehicle with the crew’s help. 
• Motivate and increase the efficiency of the crew and evaluate crew performance.  
• Make regular verbal and written reports on crew output and time accounting.
• Coordinate with the Department of Transportation (DOT) in areas to be cleaned, bag placement, and mowing schedules. 
• Identify hazards and follow safety procedures in removing them from roadways. 
• Lead crew on environmental tours, projects, and environmental education. 
• Assist program staff in the development and/or implementation of specific projects and activities designed to increase public awareness, reduce litter, and promote recycling.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Two years of supervisory or lead experience working with youth.
• Two years of college-level course work in social sciences, education, resource conservation, or related field will substitute, year for year, for required experience.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Clean criminal history background check.
• Strong communication skills and enjoy working with youth.

Schedule runs 6:30 am – 5 pm, Mon-Thur. Must be at least 18+.

To apply, send resume to [email protected] with “Adult Litter Crew Supervisor” in the subject line.

Open until filled.

For additional information, call Maggie Gray, Litter Coordinator at 360-789-9601.