Community Program Manager

The Recycling Partnership

Community Program Manager managing multifaceted recycling initiatives and partnerships for a nonprofit organization tackling complex recycling challenges. Overseeing grants and community engagement projects to further sustainability goals in the U.S.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full life cycle of grants and community projects, with a focus on recycling and environmental sustainability. Proven ability to lead project management efforts, ensure compliance with grant deliverables, and enhance program effectiveness through data-informed strategies.

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Project ManagementGrant ManagementCommunity Program OperationsData AnalysisCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial TrackingData AnalysisProject CoordinationSystem Change ConceptsProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCoachingCollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Environmental SustainabilityRecycling Program OperationsWaste ManagementCommunity ConsultingGrant Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and independently manage the full life cycle of grants, community consulting, and assigned projects including planning, implementation, financial tracking, data analysis, and reporting.
Serve as a project manager or key contributor, shaping methodologies, guiding clients, and delivering innovative, high-quality outcomes within scope and budget that advance the recycling system.
Provide oversight and technical assistance for complex, multimillion-dollar community and state-level projects, including guiding audits, intervention strategies, campaigns, and reporting of deliverables.
Ensure organizational success in meeting grant deliverables by aligning project activities with grant scopes, monitoring progress against milestones, and implementing corrective strategies as needed.
Evaluate, adapt, and innovate to shape data-informed approaches and best practices to strengthen project effectiveness; brainstorm, problem-solve, and design solutions and strategies for community projects individually and collaboratively with teammates.
Coach grantees and partners to strengthen operational systems, refine communication strategies, and enhance program design to maximize recycling participation and long‑term program performance.
Lead the contractor selection process and oversee and supervise contractor performance.
Lead the creation of outreach and campaign materials.
Plan and facilitate internal and external project meetings.
Travel to project sites, conferences and workshops as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, Sustainability, or a related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience in recycling program operations, local government, communications, consulting, education/outreach, or related field
Three to five years of experience managing community programs or operations in recycling, waste management, or environmental sustainability
Experience in project management/coordination and supporting grant-funded projects
Ability to apply system change concepts critically, solve complex problems, and make informed judgments
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage in direct, respectful, and transparent dialogue
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance Options
Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employer paid Life, STD, and LTD Insurance
11 Paid Holidays
4 Weeks of Mandatory Vacation per year (office closures)
Flexible PTO and Sick Leave
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
529 Education Savings Plan
Cell Phone & Internet Stipend - $100/month
Annual remote work stipend - $1000 for your first year, $500 each year after supporting your home office setup
$500 annual professional development stipend