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Program Assistant Bellingham, WA Health & Human Development (3470)
This position supports the Health and Human Development Department and corresponding programs through administrative, clerical, and student support. This individual needs to clearly understand the mission, programs, and many facets of the department. This position uses independent judgement and is responsible to support a wide scope of departmental and student needs. This position supports the HHD autonomous degree programs (Public Health, Kinesiology, Physical Education, and Recreation Management and Leadership (RML) specifically by coordinating all aspects of event planning, field trip and service-learning experiences, retreats, internship and venue contract management, and travel management for trips and retreats. This position is also the point of contact for all walk-ins and general HHD inquiries in the main suite for the department. This staff member will support faculty with organization of accreditation visits and Alumni relations and outreach. This position will support the Department Manager and Program Coordinator by managing and organizing the HHD workroom and supply closet inventories, as well as daily mail distribution and complete all copy service requests. Provide support for any special tasks, as needed. (e.g. asset inventory of all equipment) This position will work with the contract office, through the contract management module, to develop contracts needed for internships, when contract is required by internship site. This individual is an integral member of the staff team which is embedded in the dynamic environment of the Department of Health and Human Development. This is a nine month cyclic position.
Assistant Resident Director Bellingham, WA University Residences - Residence Life (8070) Open until Filled
The assistant resident director (ARD) is a full-time hourly (40 hours per week)/overtime eligible, 12-month appointment, live-in position within University Residences reporting to a supervising resident director (SRD). The ARD supports the supervising resident director in the management of a residential community of 550 - 700 students in the tasks of: developing diverse and inclusive communities; enhancing student learning; developing consciousness regarding principles of equity, respect, and individual and collective responsibility; providing conduct adjudication and hall council advisement; and supervising and training paraprofessional staff. Over the summer, ARDs work with summer athletic camps through University Residences Conferences and Guest Housing operations.
Maintenance Mechanic 2 / Academic Buildings Bellingham, WA Facilities Operations (5710)
We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic 2 to join our team! If you have experience in mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and electrical work—and take pride in keeping facilities running smoothly—this could be the role for you. You'll handle routine maintenance, general repairs, and support academic facility upkeep. Availability for after-hours emergency call-outs is a must.
Utility Worker 2 Bellingham, WA Facilities Management (5710)
Help care for our campus grounds! Join our outdoor maintenance team and assist with building, fixing, and caring for roads, landscapes, sports fields, walkways, and irrigation systems. Great for those who enjoy working outdoors and making a visible difference!
Environmental Compliance Manager Bellingham, WA Environmental Health & Safety (5950)
Under administrative direction and general supervision by the Environmental Health & Safety Director, the Environmental Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and carrying out all aspects of WWU's hazardous waste program and other various environmental compliance regulations. This work includes ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal safety laws, regulations, codes, and standards, with a focus on hazardous materials, hazardous waste, radiation safety, and environmental sampling and monitoring. They participate in related activities of a non-routine nature such as hazard/incident investigations, hazardous materials safety training, spill response and support, indoor air quality concerns, and confined space/ hot work permitting that require independent judgement and decision making. They also serve as a member of the University’s Confined Space Rescue Team.

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