Description
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is seeking applications from municipalities and regional planning agencies interested in hosting a Municipal Assistance Coordinator (MAC). MACs provide technical assistance to municipalities to reduce waste, increase recycling, composting, and household hazardous waste diversion, and foster regional cooperation around these issues. The grant award is up to $170,000 per year, covering the designated salary, travel expenses, cell phone allowance, and Social Security/Medicare for the MAC, along with an annual administrative overhead stipend. Key responsibilities of the MAC Host include providing a workspace, general office supplies, and IT support for the MAC, as well as processing payment and submitting a monthly invoice to MassDEP for reimbursement.
• The grant is available for a three-year period, with an option to renew annually for up to three years.
• The MAC Host will receive a grant award of up to $170,000 per year.
• The grant covers the designated salary, travel expenses, cell phone allowance, and Social Security/Medicare for the MAC.
• The MAC Host is responsible for providing a workspace, general office supplies, and IT support for the MAC.
• The MAC Host will process payment and submit a monthly invoice to MassDEP for reimbursement.