1325 Walnut Ridge Drive, Hartland, WI 53029, USA | Base + Bonus | Corporate - 019 | Full Time The Program Administrator - Recycling Program will lead and oversee all aspects of our national consumer battery recycling program. The person in this role will have strong organizational skills, project management experience, a background in federal grant administration, and a passion for sustainability. The Program Administrator will be responsible for managing the program's day-to-day operations, including collection point rollouts, training initiatives, community partnerships, and grant compliance. The Program Manager, Federal Grant Funding - Recycling is a remote position based out of the Batteries Plus corporate office in Hartland, WI. With 25%-50% travel nationwide. If this sounds like your next exciting career opportunity, we encourage you to apply today! Essential Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the national consumer battery recycling program.
Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of collection point rollouts across designated store locations.
Monitor program performance metrics and provide regular reports to management on progress and outcomes.
Communicate regularly with franchisees and stores on program updates, requirements, and best practices.
Develop training materials and resources for collection point staff and volunteers.
Conduct training sessions to educate stakeholders on proper battery handling, sorting, and recycling procedures.
Collaborate with educational institutions and community organizations to promote awareness and participation in the recycling program.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners, including local governments, businesses, schools, and nonprofit organizations.
Coordinate outreach events and campaigns to raise awareness about battery recycling and encourage community involvement.
Participate in public speaking engagements and presentations to promote the program and its environmental benefits.
Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.
Prepare grant proposals and funding applications to support program expansion and sustainability efforts.
Track expenditures and maintain accurate records to facilitate grant auditing and reporting processes.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, sustainability, public administration, or related field.
5 or more years of experience in program management, grant administration, environmental education, or relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and facilitate productive partnerships.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices related to waste management and recycling.
Experience with grant writing, budget management, and grant compliance.
Demonstrated commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives preferred.
A Bit About Us:
Batteries Plus is the nation's largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, phone repair and key fob replacement franchise with a nationwide network of over 720 stores. We work hard here at Batteries Plus and have a lot of fun while doing it. Whether you work in our warehouse, one of our stores or at our corporate headquarters, our goal remains the same; to satisfy our customers, build trust and drive business while nurturing our team and working to be experts in our fields. That's life at Batteries Plus.
It is the policy of Batteries Plus to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
