Innovation Program Lead

Job Description

The Resource Recovery Division (RRD) in the Bureau of Solid Waste Management directs waste reduction and diversion programs and develops and administers policies to support the Department’s sustainability goals. RRD is currently seeking an experienced policy researcher with specific experience in applied research & data analysis and an understanding of the application of technology to innovate towards a circular economy. This position will also work with program managers to analyze, report, and improve operational performance. The successful candidate will be integral to the implementation of the City’s 2026 Solid Waste Management Plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Research waste management policies and programs across the US and internationally to identify new innovations.
- Prepare documentation, statistics, and analyses for reporting and program improvements.
- Manage the execution of waste composition research studies, includ...