AIS Prevention Program Lead

are you passionate about protecting our waters? As part of the aquatic invasive species program, you’ll contribute to essential efforts to protect our aquatic ecosystems from harmful invasive species. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the environment and the communities that depend on it.

this position fulfills seasonal aquatic invasive species (ais) prevention program objectives by providing education, watercraft inspection and decontamination services to recreational boaters. The position will interact with members of the public, collect and track survey information, provide boat inspection and decontamination training and communicate with other state and local government staff. This position is responsible for assisting in the preparation and launch of the ais season as well as in the gathering of data and report preparation at the end of the season.

Serves as lead to lower classified ais program staff with responsibility for providing on-site instruction, day-to-day direction, communication and assisting in ensuring professional delivery of service to the public. Supports the stormwater program through assisting with field inspections of privately owned stormwater systems to ensure private stormwater facilities are functioning as permitted and designed and responds to complaints and reports of stormwater violations such as illicit discharges

for more information, please review the job classification.

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 annually 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 and long-term disability coverage
• 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., oct, 19 2026 at 8:30 am pacific time

• minimum of six months ais prevention program experience.

• one year of experience working with the public daily in public outreach, education, customer service or similar.
• course work in environmental science or demonstrated general knowledge of lake aquatic ecology.
• demonstrate…