Dakota County Recycling Ambassador Program - 4.15 - 5.20: Dakota County Recycling Ambassador Spring Classes
General Description
Learn about waste reduction, recycling, composting and more from regional experts and discover ways to inspire others to reduce waste at this 6-week course. Participants receive a training handbook, engage in hands-on demonstrations, hear presentations from local and regional experts.
Graduates agree to volunteer 30 hours putting their skills to work to help inspire others learn the three R's:
- Reduce the amount of natural resources used
- Reuse goods
- Recycle what cannot be salvaged
Graduates have the opportunity to staff informational booths at community events, make presentations, and work on special projects in their neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces.
Upcoming Classes
Tuesdays, April 15 – May 20
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The class will take place virtually via Zoom.
To ensure a positive learning experience and adequate support for volunteers, class size is limited to 35 people on a first-come, first-served basis. A waitlist will be provided.
Cost
This course is free to participants. All materials will be provided.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties will vary with each volunteer activity. Overall, every Dakota County Recycling Ambassador represents Dakota County and should show up on time and leave when expected; be courteous and helpful; and, follow-up with event coordinators if needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- You must be 18 or over to complete the class
- Participants must complete the 6-week Dakota County Recycling Ambassador class before volunteering
- The program extends over a 6-week period with one mandatory 3-hour class each week
Minimum Time Commitment
- 18 + hours of coursework
- 30 hours after course is completed
Registration Deadline
To ensure a positive learning experience and adequate support for volunteers, class size is limited to 35 people on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applicants will receive notification of their status in the class and next steps.
Contact Information
Rachel Kennedy
Environmental Resources Department
Phone: 952-891-7043
Email: rachel.kennedy@co.dakota.mn.us
Qualifications Required
- Accepted Data Privacy Notice - Tennessen Notice Must be Yes
- Signed Volunteer Waiver Must be at least Yes
