Joseph Rasmussen, Ed.D.

Experience

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  Humboldt State University

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

  Education Director, Campus Recycling Program
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  Hart Crowser

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Staff Scientist
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  Premier Environmental Services

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2006

  Environmental Scientist
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  Long Beach City College

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2013

  Lecturer

  Part-time Lecturer (both traditional and online) in the LBCC Philosophy DepartmentCourses taught include:• Introduction to Philosophy• Critical Thinking• Introduction to Ethics• Introduction to Logic

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  Rio Hondo College

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2013

  Lecturer

  Part-time Lecturer in the Philosophy and Environmental Technology DepartmentsCourses taught:• Introduction to Philosophy• Critical Thinking• Introduction to Ethics• Green Building Design Principles

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  California Integrated Waste Management Board

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Integrated Waste Management Specialist

  Job Duties and Accomplishments:* Worked with local jurisdictions to improve waste diversion programs * Assisted colleges and universities In their waste diversion efforts * Oversaw annual reporting activities for local jurisdictions and colleges * Provided technical assistance in program implementation supporting compliance with AB 939, AB 75, AB 32, and SB 1016 * Conducted annual site visits to cities, counties, and college campuses to verify recycling program implementation * Conducted outreach and education about recycling at various conferences and special events throughout the State of California * Researched methods for recycling various waste streams including composting, e-waste, universal waste, pharmaceuticals, used tires, and household hazardous waste * Conducted site visits to various waste processing facilities including landfills, material recovery facilities, waste-to energy, e-waste, composting, anaerobic digestion, wastewater treatment, construction and demolition, and other related sites * Visited several businesses that manufacture recycled content products to verify green business practices including a carpet company, plastic product manufacturers, and various others Show less

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  Loyola Marymount University

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2013

  Sustainability Manager and Lecturer

  Courses taught:• Foundations of Environmental Studies• Principles of Environmental Sustainability • Engineering Sustainability & LEEDJob Duties and Accomplishments:* Led the development, implementation, and management of the university's campus-wide sustainability initiative * Analyzed campus utility usage data for energy and water efficiency projects * Managed sustainability outreach and education programs * Supported capital, renovation, and retrofit projects that save energy and water while reducing operating expenses * Implemented waste reduction programs within academic buildings, dining facilities, offices, and residence halls * Communicated progress through conference presentations, publications, web site, and social media outlets * Served as chair of the campus sustainability committee * Managed GHG inventory and climate action planning initiatives under the ACUPCC * Led green reporting for AASHE STARS, The Sustainability Report Card, and The Princeton Review * Provided green building recommendations based on LEED criteria * Secured rebates, grants, partnerships, and other funding opportunities * Kept current with laws, regulations, and policies involving sustainability * Provided assistance with research, student projects, and other academic programs* Taught and developed environmental studies courses Show less

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  Santa Monica College

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Lecturer

  Part-time Lecturer in the Recycling and Resource Management program:Courses taught include:• Culture and Zero Waste• Resource Management and Zero Waste for Business

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  CalRecycle

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2019

  Senior Environmental Scientist

  * Provide technical assistance to stakeholders in the development of California-specific, life cycle based GHG assessments of waste management alternatives* Utilize various GHG tools and calculators to quantify GHG emissions. * Research alternative management technologies for processing solid waste and organic materials including biochemical technologies such as composting and anaerobic digestion, and thermochemical technologies including biomass conversion* Develop and implement criteria and pathways for solid waste and organic materials related to climate change strategies such as the Low Carbon Fuel Standard and the Renewable Portfolio Standard.* Research existing technologies and processes to recycle paper, including laws, regulations, and programs used internationally and domestically to recover and recycle cardboard, paperboard, paper, and other fiber materials. * Analyze GHG emissions associated with paper recycling and provide technical expertise to support policies and programs to increase recycling of paper products Show less

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  CalRecycle

  Jan 2020 - now

  Environmental Program Manager