Sam Dickinson Email & Phone Number

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Senior Program Specialist: Interprets regulations into plans, and manages compliance with all facets of SB 1383 implementation and ongoing requirements to reduce organics disposal. Assists with ongoing commissioning of the ReSource Center Anaerobic Digester Facility. Designs and manages environmental education contracts and waste reduction curriculum for schools. Manages organics collection programs and composting efforts to lead County and partner cities to compliance with state mandates. Leads tours for County solid waste facilities providing public information; includes designing, managing, and program development for the Education Room at the County’s ReSource Center. Oversee recycling commodity markets/sales. Supervise extra-help staff to help support Division’s organics programs. Lead and make recommendations to edible food and organics recycling staff programs. Manage budgets for SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant funding. Oversee Coastal Cleanup Day contract. Represent Division and present pertinent solid waste management related items to the Sustainability Committee; working to improve sustainability and resilience in County’s work across Departments.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Specializes in deep tissue therapeutic massage therapy. This type of therapy helps clients address specific wellness needs for a highly targeted experience realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Developed and applied business practices for clients. My company’s goal was to promote knowledge and practice of local food production, composting, sustainability, and health for my many clients.

Oakland, California, United States

Led, recruited, and organized volunteer staff to clean-up abandoned waste, litter, graffiti, and shopping carts. Reported and coordinated work with Public Works Department. Logistics management and outreach for Earth Day, Earth Expo, and Creek to Bay Day. Organized Volunteer Appreciation Event.

Oakland, California, United States

Led the iRecycle@School Education Center field trips for 4th grade and high school classes located at the Davis Street Transfer Station and Fremont Transfer Station. Environmental education mission focused on reducing the waste stream in Alameda County.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Responsible for the training and supervision of staff at Los Banos Pool and three other seasonal facilities. Assisted in implementation of aquatic programs and supervised pool maintenance and safety. Developed facility flyers and scheduled staff. Worked directly with the public answering, addressing concerns or complaints, and provided an exceptionally high level of customer service.