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Waterfront - Park Host

port of bellingham

Bellingham, WA | Full Time

$48k-74k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Waterfront - Park Host

port of bellingham Bellingham, WA

$48k-74k (estimate)

Full Time 3 Months Ago

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port of bellingham is Hiring a Waterfront - Park Host Near Bellingham, WA

ABOUT US
The Port of Bellingham is a Washington State special purpose municipal corporation serving all of Whatcom County. It is a unique organization that makes significant contributions to the local community through leveraging its resources by directly participating in revenue-earning lines of business, as well as by capitalizing on its strategic assets through special public agency powers.

By using combined expertise in both the business and government sectors, the Port has a role in job preservation and job creation, as well as a role in the operation of transportation facilities for seaports and airports. This combination is distinct from that of either the private sector or other government entities.

The Port of Bellingham’s mission is:

“Promote sustainable economic development, optimize transportation gateways, and manage publicly owned land and facilities to benefit Whatcom County.”

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Port’s seasonal Park Host is to ensure that the Port’s downtown waterfront pump track and surrounding outdoor space is maintained for high volume utilization. The duties will consist of watering and raking the pump track, ensuring the bathrooms are stocked with toilet paper, paper towels and soap as well as picking up trash and emptying garbage cans to maintain an enjoyable visitor experience to this outdoor space!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintain the pump track for high utilization making necessary repairs, watering, and moving, shoveling and tamping dirt.

Pickup garbage / litter around the site.

Maintain a neat and tidy waterfront space by emptying garbage cans prior to overflow.

Maintain waterfront restrooms by restocking toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and fill water tanks for portable restrooms. Empty garbage as needed. Report to appropriate Manager or Supervisor when the sharps container needs replacing. Monitor tank levels and request service when needed. Report any graffiti to appropriate person.

Post closure signs on waterfront property as requested.

Communicate with the public, follow up on questions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age and be able to provide a Parent/School Authorization form.

Be able to work outdoors in the summer months.
Be able to move wheel barrels of dirt, use a shovel and tamper.
Be able to pick up litter and garbage.
Be self driven, see what needs to be done and do it.
Take direction from multiple Port managers.
Be friendly and cheerful with the public, even those that litter.

Along with a completed application, please submit a current resume and cover letter highlighting your professional experience, career objective(s) and how they align with this position.

Once applications have been reviewed, only those whose experience and qualifications most closely align with the needs of the position will be invited for an interview.

The Port will accept applications for this position until filled. Application review will begin April 29, 2024. The successful candidate will begin onboarding on or around June 1, 2024.

Please note: Candidates will receive updates regarding application status via email. Please be sure to check your email frequently.

Tips for Success

We want you to be successful, so please read the following tips.

Please ensure your application is completed and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, personal information, education, work experience, references, and required supplemental questions). Provide as much detail as you believe will fully describe your experience and training.
Make sure you submit a cover letter and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications listed under the “Qualifications” and “Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities” section of this posting.
The Port uses your application (not your resume) to determine whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications.
Resumes are fantastic as a supplement to a cover letter and application.

Questions about the application, recruitment, selection process, or requests for reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at HumanResources@portofbellingham.com or (360) 676-2500.

The Port provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including but not limited to, race, color, citizenship status, ancestry, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.