Program Coordinator, Sustainability and Workforce Development

Reports To: Vice President, Government Affairs and Advocacy

FLSA Classification: Exempt

About: PEPA is the trade association representing the breadth of polymeric exterior building and home improvement products used on and around homes across North America.

Opportunity: This role offers the opportunity to expand a growing national recycling platform and strengthen workforce development programs, including the VSI Certified Installer Program. The Program Coordinator will help increase participation, support contractors, recyclers, and regional partners, and deliver greater value to PEPA members.

The Program Coordinator, Sustainability and Workforce Development advances PEPA’s sustainability and workforce development priorities. The role focuses primarily on expanding the Revinylize Recycling Collaborative and supporting operations for the VSI Certified Installer Program. Responsibilities include advocacy, regional expansion, grassroots development around established Verified Recyclers (VRs) and Verified Collection Sites (VCSs), committee and workgroup support, and related sustainability and workforce development initiatives. The Program Coordinator.

Revinylize Recycling Collaborative: Work with the Vice President, Government Affairs and Advocacy, in conjunction with the Senior Vice President, to support the advancement of Revinylize advocacy, including expanding the program into new geographic regions and building grassroots momentum around established Verified Recyclers (VRs) and Verified Collection Sites (VCSs). This work is intended to accelerate business development, strengthen regional participation, and increase awareness of Revinylize across priority markets.

VSI Certified Installer Program: Work closely with the Assistant Director, Workforce Development, to support program operations and continued automation. Coordinate training activities with Certified Trainers and expand participation through external educational organizations.

Essential Functions:

·      Supports operations for the VSI Certified Installer Program.

·      Participant support: Coordinates registrations, renewals, certificates, ID badges, and routine program inquiries.

·      Training coordination: Coordinates trainers, class schedules, registration materials, attendance records, and completion reporting.

·      Systems and reporting: Maintains accurate participant and trainer records and prepares reports on enrollment, certifications, completions, and renewals.

·      Workforce partnerships: Provides administrative and logistical support for training partnerships and pilot programs with workforce organizations, trade schools, and colleges.

·      Supports Revinylize Recycling Collaborative advocacy, events, grassroots development, and program growth in new geographic regions.

·      Supports relationship-building and outreach with established Verified Recyclers (VRs), Verified Collection Sites (VCSs), members, contractors, and regional partners to accelerate Revinylize awareness and participation.

Job Standards:

·      Works well independently and fulfills tasks with a proactive, rather than reactive, approach.

·      Demonstrates the highest ethical standards.

·      Adheres to all relevant PEPA policies and procedures.

·      Always provides excellent customer service to members and other staff.

·      Demonstrates prudent management of PEPA funds, time, and resources.

·      Communicates project status proactively, prioritizes assigned tasks effectively, and collaborates with colleagues as part of a high-performing team.

·      Communicates professionally, verbally and in writing.

·      Completes other duties as assigned.

Relationships:

·      Builds productive relationships with PEPA staff, members, workforce development consultants and contractors, Revinylize consultants and contractors, and other relevant organizations. Uses PEPA funds responsibly, values quality, diversity, and teamwork, and keeps activities aligned with PEPA priorities and member interests.

Job Requirements:

·      Education: College degree in business, sustainability, or other related disciplines preferred.

·      Experience: Project management in sustainability and/or trade associations a plus.

·      Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Hubspot a plus.

·      Autonomy: Must be comfortable working independently in a hybrid work environment.

·      Location: Washington, DC area. Position requires 20%-30% travel.

·      Note: Must be authorized to work in the United States and able to provide required employment eligibility documentation.

What We Offer:

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• Salary: $60,000-$70,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow in a dynamic, collaborative learning environment.
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