Maintenance Aide III - Park Stewardship

JOB SUMMARY:

Looking for an opportunity to work outdoors and help maintain our parks and open spaces? The Park Stewardship Team is seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable, and community-minded seasonal field worker to help support our diverse array of restoration projects, volunteer events, and maintenance tasks. This position is responsible for performing daily work activities and physical labor associated with the Park Stewardship program area.

Assists in the restoration and maintenance of parks and open spaces in the Bellingham Park system. Work activities include ecological restoration fieldwork, invasive species removal, native plant installation, fencing, monitoring work areas, inspections, and grounds maintenance activities at parks, natural areas, and other City property. Provides general information and answers questions within scope of responsibility from volunteers and members of the public.

Accurately records and reports on work performed. May work independently or with a team. For more information, please review the job description.

The Parks and Recreation Department currently has the following 8/9-month seasonal position vacancy for the 2026 season:

• 8/9-month seasonal: 1 position (September 16 - June 15)
  • Hours are Tuesday to Saturday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Joining the City of Bellingham means becoming a part of a team that believes our greatest impact comes from working together with purpose, humility and a shared commitment to our community. Every employee contributes to delivering meaningful results for the people who live, work and visit here. We value people who approach challenges with curiosity, respect and collaboration. If you are motivated by building a career in public service, we encourage you to apply.

This position will start at Step 1 ($23.68/hour). Employees receive step increases in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy. The full hourly range for this position is $23.68 - $30.89. For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures.

At the City of Bellingham, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive in both your career and personal life. Join our team and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are well cared for. Here's a closer look at the outstanding benefits that come with being part of our team. You can find more details on our employment benefits page and labor agreements page.

• 10 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time
• 12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday per year
• 8 hours sick leave accrued monthly
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and medical insurance opt-out program
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security
• Optional 457 deferred compensation (Retirement Savings Plan) with employer match

Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month.

Closing Date/Time:
Mon., October, 12 2026 at 8:30 AM Pacific Time

• Successful paid work experience in grounds and facilities maintenance or manual construction labor using manual and power tools and motorized equipment required.
• Demonstrated experience in ecological restoration, horticulture, natural resources, environmental studies, or related field.
• Experience in a lead position preferred.
• Experience leading volunteers and/or students preferred.

• Employment contingent upon passing a criminal convictions check and child and vulnerable adult abuse records check.
• Verification of ability…