What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Extra Help--Natural Resources Division Outreach position at Whatcom County?
For more information on the PIC Program and our pet waste program, visit: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/1072/Water-Quality and www.whatcomcounty.us/scooppoop
Length of Position:
This is a part time position from April to October 2025:
- April-May and September-October: flexible schedule up to 69 hours/month.
- June – August: Thursday – Saturday, at least 80 hours per month. Evening and weekend hours are required and will be a regular part of this position’s schedule.
Key Duties Include:
- Assisting with the implementation of outreach programming and events.
- Maintaining communication with community partners and delivering outreach materials to partners.
- Executing outreach events with a focus on pet waste, including talking in-person with community members about pollution prevention behaviors.
- Collecting data and photographs and keeping accurate event summary records.
- Maintaining pledge records and outreach supplies.
- Occasionally doing field surveys to assess levels of pet waste at locations throughout the county.
- Experience and/or interest in preservation, restoration, protection and enhancement of natural resources.
- Education, outreach, or community engagement experience is highly preferred.
- Being familiar and comfortable interacting with the public in a professional capacity.
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors.
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
- Excellent organization, time management, writing, and communication skills are required.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Must have a driving record that meets County standards and possess a driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Salary : $22
