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Agriculture Sales Professional

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Manage healthy customer relationships through ongoing communication. * Communicate new products to ... At least three years of sales experience in lawn and garden, horticulture, soil media, compost and ...

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Agriculture Sales Professional

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Manage healthy customer relationships through ongoing communication. * Communicate new products to ... At least three years of sales experience in lawn and garden, horticulture, soil media, compost and ...

Carleton

Custodial Services Supervisor

Northfield, MN · On-site

$75K - $78K/yr

Uses the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track work orders, prioritize and ... compost through process improvement and education. Supervision Received and Exercised: * This ...

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Agriculture Sales Professional

Stewartville, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Manage healthy customer relationships through ongoing communication. * Communicate new products to ... At least three years of sales experience in lawn and garden, horticulture, soil media, compost and ...

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Agriculture Sales Professional

Stewartville, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Manage healthy customer relationships through ongoing communication. * Communicate new products to ... At least three years of sales experience in lawn and garden, horticulture, soil media, compost and ...

Minnesota Wild

Lead Custodian

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$30.60/hr

Separate all waste (compost, comingle, mixed paper, construction waste, and trash) and empty it ... Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to work extended hours independently and manage ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Compost Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Compost Manager, you need a solid understanding of composting processes, soil science, and waste management, often supported by experience in agriculture or environmental science. Familiarity with composting equipment, monitoring systems, and safety protocols is typically required, along with certifications such as OSHA or local waste management credentials. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills help in overseeing teams, coordinating logistics, and ensuring regulatory compliance. These skills are essential for producing high-quality compost efficiently, maintaining safety, and meeting environmental standards.

What is the difference between Compost Manager vs Waste Management Coordinator?

AspectCompost ManagerWaste Management Coordinator
Required CertificationsComposting certifications, environmental managementEnvironmental certifications, waste management licenses
Work EnvironmentComposting facilities, farms, environmental sitesMunicipal, industrial, or commercial waste sites
Industry UsageOrganic waste, sustainability projectsWaste collection, disposal, regulatory compliance

Both roles focus on waste handling and environmental sustainability but differ in scope. Compost Managers specialize in composting processes and organic waste, while Waste Management Coordinators oversee broader waste disposal and regulatory compliance. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What does a Compost Manager do?

A Compost Manager oversees the process of converting organic waste into nutrient-rich compost. This role involves managing the collection and sorting of organic materials, monitoring the decomposition process, and ensuring that the finished compost meets quality standards. Compost Managers may also supervise staff, maintain records, and educate others about sustainable waste management practices. Their work is essential for reducing landfill waste and supporting sustainable agriculture.

What are some common challenges a Compost Manager may encounter when overseeing large-scale composting operations?

Compost Managers often face challenges related to managing the balance of compost ingredients, controlling odors, and maintaining optimal moisture and temperature levels. Large-scale operations may also involve coordinating with multiple team members, handling equipment maintenance, and staying compliant with local environmental regulations. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential for troubleshooting issues and ensuring the composting process remains efficient and sustainable.
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AY Senior Environmental Sustainability Fellow (WS-ST3)

St Olaf College

Northfield, MN • On-site

$11.75 - $12.75/hr

Part-time

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Job description


Job Title: Senior Environmental Sustainability Fellow (AcadYr) (WS)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:
Department Name: Finance Office
Unit Number (5 digits): 16106
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Assistant Director of Facilities for Energy Management
Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
The Senior Environmental Sustainability Fellow serves to assist the Finance department, Facilities, faculty and staff, and the Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) or its successor with strategic tasks, collect, manage, and analyze sustainability related data, develop partnerships with a diverse array of units of the college, and assist with updates to the college sustainability web pages, sustainability map, and community updates through content creation. In addition, they serve as a mentor and first point of contact for other Environmental Sustainability Fellows as well as assist various campus teams in recruiting student workers in sustainability enterprises.
Transferable Skills:
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Environmental footprint assessments and action steps
  • Project management
  • Communication - interpersonal, public speaking & digital storytelling
  • Collaboration/team work
  • Recruiting

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Environmental Sustainability Fellow will help design and execute at least two major projects over the work period and support additional work as directed, including the work of other environmental sustainability fellows.
  1. Work with Finance, Facilities, and ESC members to design, construct, implement, and maintain a workflow process that captures information required for annual and monthly environment and sustainability reporting from units across the college
    1. Identify and engage units at the college and the key point persons that hold environment and sustainability related data
    2. Leverage prior work done by other fellows, the ESC, collaborators, and various EnvSt 237 ACE teams
    3. Create visualizations that reflect fiscal year contributions to environmental footprints at the college and facilitate comparisons to other higher ed institutions.
      1. Greenhouse Gas equivalent emissions (GHG): Scope I, Scope II, Scope III
      2. Water resources: potable water, wastewater
      3. Material reuse and landfill diversion: recycling, composting, paper (office & towels), landfill
      4. Normalized by various institutional characteristics: building gross square foot managed, student full-time equivalents, heating & cooling degree days,
  3. Collaborate with Finance staff to update the sustainability website based on recommendations created by ESC and guidance by Marketing and Communications.
  4. Update, research and add information to the campus sustainability Google map.
  5. Create resources (physical and electronic) communicating campus environment and sustainability information and advice
    1. Brochures/short videos to be distributed to students at the start of the year alongside existing resident hall information, Title IX, etc. information sheets.
    2. This resource should cover campus sustainability key points for individuals to refer to, some examples include:
      1. Material reuse and landfill diversion: a guide/short video to sorting trash, recycling, and compost in the correct bins;
      2. Advice for how to use less water and energy in campus housing
      3. A cheat sheet for key points one could bring up in a conversation in response to the question, "How can I help stop climate change?"
      4. Connect actions to UN Sustainable Development Goals and to college mission.
    4. Consider parallel material for faculty & staff
  7. Assist college employees with identifying and recruiting student peers to serve as Environmental Sustainability Fellows.

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
  • Proficiency with Excel/Google spreadsheet software, presentation software, and data visualization and analysis
  • Familiarity with digital communication, especially website and social media content creation.
  • Demonstrated collaborator in policies and practices connected to sustainability or environmental concerns.
  • Ability to work independently/self-directed
  • Attention to details and accuracy

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.

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