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Nature of Work
We need your help to protect our lakes from the spread of aquatic invasive species! Apply today to join our AIS Prevention Program team!
Seasonal Positions are available in the Public Works Aquatic Invasive Species Program. Length of season will vary depending on position but will fall within the 2024 season. These positions are open until filled and may be closed at any time.
This position will start at Step 1 ($18.21/hour). The current 2023 full salary range for this position is $18.21 - 22.36/hour. Employees receive step increases on completion of 2080 hours in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy. This position is required to work a varied schedule at multiple sites including weekends, holidays, early mornings and evenings.
The Public Works Department currently has several vacancies for the 2024 Aquatic Invasive Species season:
Aquatic Invasive Species Program Staff
8 positions - 6 Month Season - April 8, 2024 to September 30, 2024
2 positions - 3 Month Season - June 17, 2024 to September 19, 2024
Benefit Information:
Three-Month Seasonal Positions: City of Bellingham employees receive access to our employee assistance program. This position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. Employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
Six-Month Seasonal Positions: City of Bellingham employees receive access to our employee assistance program. All eligible City employees are enrolled in a Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plan. This position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. Employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
This position becomes represented by the Local 1937 bargaining unit after the completion of 1040 hours working an average of at least 12 hours per week, on an annual basis. When union-eligible, employees will receive paid holidays per the holiday schedule during their employment period.
For additional information regarding benefits and compensation information, please visit the following:
Labor Agreements, Pay Schedules and E-Team Employee Handbook - City of Bellingham (cob.org)
To apply online go to: http://www.cob.org/employment
