Job Summary:

THE ROLE

Ruoff Music Center is seeking a Zero Waste Coordinator to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role is the backbone and driving force behind Live Nation’s resource recovery and circularity program and is responsible for ensuring maximum landfill diversion during event waste sorting, educating both fans and staff, and supporting your Venue Sustainability Manager’s efforts contributing to the venue sustainability culture. This position will work under the Venue Sustainability Manager and be part of the venue operations team. Coming into 2024, Ruoff Music Center is setting new targets to become an industry leader in zero waste. Meeting this goal will be a priority task for the Venue Sustainability Manager, and therefore all the Zero Waste Coordinators at this venue. This is a seasonal, part-time position for show days. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.

WHO ARE YOU?

You are passionate about the environment and live music. You aren’t scared to get dirty and have a foundational understanding of recycling, composting, and material circularity, or have a strong willingness to learn. You maintain a positive attitude and have the energy and enthusiasm to problem solve on the fly. You enjoy being a part of a team and educating others.

All employees have a leading role in the service experience of our guests. That’s why SAFETY for employees and guests is our first priority. We show CARE around every corner and look to create ENCORE moments of service excellence for everyone. And our commitment to EFFICIENCY, is our way of staying well-organized. So join us! We need these kinds of skills and talents as we Create Once in a Lifetime Experiences for our Fans.

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment and eCommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.As the largest producer of live music concerts, Live Nation Concerts operates over 45 venues across the United States. For additional information, visit http://www.livenationentertainment.com/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in Zero Waste Coordinator on-boarding training.

• Assist in the mid- and post-show waste sorting process of all recycling, composting, donations, and landfill materials.

• Be available to work show days and non-show days to ensure all waste is sorted and diverted.

• Relay boots on the ground observations to guide areas of improvement and overall program development.

• Contribute ideas to improve material circularity based on most commonly seen items in the waste stream.

• Assist the Venue Sustainability Manager with educational support to all crew members and fans.

• Maintain a clean sorting area and support the post-show pick after each event, which will occasionally result in scheduled shifts occurring on days after a show.

• Support compliance with local environmental policies and mandates.

• Other tasks as assigned by the Venue Sustainability Manager on an as-need basis.

  Qualifications:

• Show days require about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs. with about 75% of that time spent sorting materials

• Not afraid to get dirty or be around unpleasant odors

• Ability to work outside in variable weather

• Strong time management skills to show up on time and work late hours

• Dedication to participate in something that will have a real and immediate impact to the cause

• Must be able to work well with other departments

• A positive attitude

• Creative thinker and problem solver

• A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs

• Experience in events/zero waste events are a plus

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today at: https://www.livenationentertainment.com/careers/ .

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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About Us

Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.

We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.

There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.