PaintCare Program Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Manage PaintCare operations in a designated region primarily covering western and central New York.

• Perform regular in-person visits to paint retailers, reuse centers, local government hazardous waste programs, and solid waste facilities.

• Build and maintain relationships with participating paint retail stores, local government collaborators, and other stakeholders.

• Address program-related issues and ensure satisfaction among stakeholders.

• Confirm that drop-off sites adhere to contractual agreements and site guidelines.

• Inform paint retailers about their obligations under paint stewardship laws.

• Identify and engage potential paint drop-off locations.

• Clarify drop-off site requirements and assess potential partners.

• Supervise the onboarding process for new drop-off sites, which includes contracting, on-site training, and organizing collection and transportation.

• Identify underserved regions and coordinate collection and paint giveaway events.

• Handle large-volume pickup requests.

• Order and distribute signage, point-of-sale materials, and outreach resources.

• Monitor the usage of materials by drop-off sites.

• Connect the community with paint reuse and recycling opportunities.

• Engage in community events and deliver presentations to various groups.

• Attend stakeholder meetings and conferences.

• Provide regional insights to the internal communications team.

• Maintain the drop-off site database and produce reports.

• Ensure the accuracy of records for the annual report.

• Review and approve invoices related to program operations.

• Report to the program manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience and/or knowledge in product stewardship programs, laws, and organizations.

• Experience and/or knowledge in hazardous waste programs, services, and handling, particularly local government HHW programs.

• Familiarity with paint products and their uses.

• Comfort and familiarity with paint users, especially trade painters, contractors, paint retailers, and property managers.

• Experience and/or knowledge of retail operations and communications, including big box, chain, franchise, co-op, and independent stores.

• Experience with public speaking, training, and/or delivering presentations.

• Ability to self-motivate and work independently from home.

• Willingness to travel extensively within New York State.

• Occasional travel to Washington D.C. and other U.S. locations is required.

• Capability to receive and store bulk orders of point-of-sale materials, conference supplies, booth kits, and other outreach materials.

• Proficiency in computers and standard office software.

• A valid state driver's license is required.

• Must reside in New York State.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k)

• Vacation days

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Travel expense reimbursement

• Remote work from home