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Job Description
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is seeking a motivated and customer service-oriented individual to join our Public Works & Utilities Department as a part-time Recycling Technician. If you're passionate about recycling, environmental sustainability, and delivering outstanding customer service, this is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in your community. In this role, you’ll support the City’s recycling programs by working closely with the Senior Public Works Analyst/Solid Waste Program Coordinator on public outreach, compliance efforts, data tracking, and event coordination. This year-round position is typically scheduled for 24 hours per week, with flexibility based on departmental needs.
Ideal Candidate:- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong communication and analytical abilities
- Creative problem-solving
- Independent execution of responsibilities
- Accountability and reliability
- Professional integrity and ethics
- Technical proficiency and expertise
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office and computer systems
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on June 23, 2025 .
Examples of Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.- Provide support in monitoring the City's Construction and Demolition Recycling Program
- Assist with compliance efforts related to SB 1383, including organics recycling, procurement tracking, and edible food recovery requirements.
- Prepare and submit basic monthly reports and assist with maintaining documentation and data entry related to recycling and organics programs.
- Respond to customer inquiries and service complaints in coordination with full-time staff.
- Assist with monitoring compliance with recycling programs
- Provide limited support for community recycling and organics outreach events, including occasional weekend assistance as needed.
- Assist in the development and distribution of recycling education and outreach materials.
- Offer general administrative support for department-wide functions, including answering phones and assisting with project-based tasks.
Candidates will be hired under the classification of Recycling Technician for a complete description of the position, click here.
Qualifications
Any combination demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position effectively and successfully is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of, or current enrollment in a two-year community college program in Environmental Studies or a closely related field is desirable.
Experience: Some experience in clerical/office work is required. Prior work experience in Environmental or Sustainability programs is desirable.
Supplemental Information
Application/Selection Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on June 23, 2025 . Selected applicants will be interviewed, and the appointing authority will review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions.
Pre-placement Process: A candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a live scan fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice.
The Department & Division: The Mission of the Public Works and Utilities Department is to preserve, maintain, and enhance the City's infrastructure and natural resources, and provide services and environmental stewardship for the benefits of Laguna Beach residents, businesses, and visitors.
Why work for the City of Laguna Beach?
Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events.With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit, and animal control.
Benefits for Laguna Beach Hourly/Part-Time Employees
The basic pay ranges are composed of either five (5), seven (7) or eight (8) steps.
Overtime Pay: All employees shall be compensated at a rate of time and a half for all hours worked in excess of forty hours per work week.
Retirement: Eligible employees are enrolled into the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This program requires an employee contribution of 3.75% of base pay. The City matches your contribution for total of 7.5%.
Sick Leave: Employees receive 40 hours of sick leave annually, provided each July. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Laguna Beach
Show moreThe City of Laguna Beach was founded on June 29, 1927, and is a small town of picturesque beaches, hiking trails, a walkable downtown, and summer art festivals. Located in southwest Orange County, Laguna Beach occupies 8.84 square miles, has a population of approximately 23,000 and welcomes six million visitors each year.
The City provides a full range of services, including recreational activities, cultural arts events, public works services, transit operations, community development, administrative services, and police, fire, and marine safety protection. Laguna Beach operates under a council-manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority are vested in a five-person City Council. The City Manager carries out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, and appoints department heads.
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