Rumpke Waste & Recycling · 1 month ago
Education & Community Relations Assistant
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expRumpke Waste & Recycling is one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions to its customers and communities. The Education & Community Relations Assistant will coordinate educational initiatives, manage community outreach efforts, and support internal communications to enhance Rumpke's public relations and community engagement.
Environmental ConsultingRecyclingService IndustryWaste Management
Responsibilities
Coordinate and conduct educational tours and presentations throughout Rumpke’s Area footprint
Coordinate and attend special events, community meetings and trade shows throughout Rumpke’s Area footprint
Support and assist with Rumpke’s scholarship program
Support the management of Rumpke’s fan club program
Respond to customer inquiries and other requests
Assist and coordinate contractually required communications with municipal clients and foster positive relationships with communities serviced
Write internal communications, including company newsletter articles and employee announcements
Assist with public relations, marketing and community outreach campaigns
Assist with advertising campaigns for print, broadcast and online media
Ensure and maintain corporate branding standards
Prepare weekly project updates and other required reports
Assist the corporate communications manager upon request
Maintain a positive work atmosphere with a culture of respect for others
Support planning and execution of internal and external events, community initiatives and meetings
Assist management for professional team sponsorship maintenance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 1-3 years of work or internship experience in public relations or communications, OR a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or related field
Familiar with Associated Press (AP) style guidelines
An understanding of media relations strategies
Ability to suggest and implement ideas or programs to increase efficiency and/or assure effective communications to target audiences
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to speak in front of large and small groups
Dependable team‐player with ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently
Professional and polished customer service skills
Creative and innovative
Proficiency in office management software and Microsoft Word products
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multitask
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Matching 401(k)
Life insurance
Paid vacation
And more
Company
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
Rumpke Waste and Recycling has been committed to keeping neighborhoods and businesses clean and green since 1932 by providing environmentally friendly waste disposal and recycling solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$55MKey Investors
Ohio Air Quality Development Authority
2025-07-01Debt Financing· $55M
Leadership Team
Phil Wehrman
CFO
Recent News
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