SMETHPORT (EC) — Justin Lund has resigned as McKean County’s recycling coordinator to take a job with the federal government.

He has started his new job as a program specialist with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lebanon.

After the county restored the recycling coordinator’s position, Lund became the third appointee in that post and began his duties with the McKean County Conservation District in Smethport in May 2016. As manager, he was responsible for developing and assisting municipalities and schools in implementing programs for waste reduction, recycling electronic, organic and hazardous wastes, as well as planning special collections and reducing litter. Lund also worked closely with PA CleanWays of McKean County.

At the time of Lund’s appointment as recycling coordinator, Commissioner Cliff Lane said, “Having this position in the conservation district fits in perfectly with the agency’s mission of protecting our soil and water.”

Lane complimented Lund for his service to the county, but at the same time understood his reason for leaving, saying, “This new position afforded Justin a great opportunity, which is definitely a good thing.”

The county plans to advertise the recycling coordinator’s vacant position.