Port of Bellingham

Join our team as Community Outreach Specialist for the Port of Bellingham! Are you passionate about social media and engaging with the community? Do you have a strategic and creative mindset? We’re looking for a talented individual to help us execute our outreach strategy, manage social media, create compelling content video and photo content, and assist in the successful coordination of large-scale community events. This role is essential in supporting both internal and external outreach efforts at the Port. For more information or to apply now, follow the link below. #CommunityOutreach #NowHiring https://ow.ly/oUn550St4iS

Exciting news for Bellingham! We’re thrilled to announce that the Port of Bellingham will receive 17.9 million dollars via the Federal Governments RAISE Grant Program. US Senator Patty Murray and Representative Rick Larsen have announced that Bellingham has been awarded the RAISE FY 2024 Infrastructure Grant for their Rail Connection to BNSF and Canada's CPKC, linking us to over 32,500 miles of track in 28 states and 3 Canadian provinces. This infrastructure upgrade is set to ease to the congestion in Vancouver BC and the greater Puget Sound. Over the next 2 years, we’ll be investing 45 million dollars in infrastructure improvements to the Bellingham Shipping Terminal; including dredging to 35ft, new decking, fender piles, fenders and a modern rail connection to serve multiple cargo types. With 23 acres and 80,500 sf of warehousing space available, we’re ready to expand commerce opportunities. Thank you to all those that supported the Port’s efforts for this very competitive award. We are excited to work with many new customers in the near future! #BellinghamShippingTerminal https://lnkd.in/g2zduyQz

Join our team! We are currently looking to fill two positions – Part-Time Terminal Agent and Energy Program Intern. The Part-Time Terminal Agent will be providing customer service and support at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, including regular custodial services and ticketing duties for the Alaska Marine Highway system on ferry sailing days. The Energy Program Intern will assist in monitoring changes in building energy use to determine the effect on greenhouse gas emissions and potential impact to the over Climate Action Strategy Goals. To learn more about these positions and to apply today, follow the link below! https://lnkd.in/gbiWPHR6

In honor of National Small Business month, we want to showcase the Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP), a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to furthering the vibrancy and growth of our downtown through commerce, celebration, and culture. The DBP is currently seeking applications for their Community Activation Zone Grant! The microgrants - made possible by DBP’s partner BECU - encourages events on the 1300 block of Commercial Street and the Commercial Street Plaza with grants of $500 to $1,000 to program activities like silent discos, block parties, artistic performances, and more from May to October. Let's revitalize Downtown Bellingham together! For more info and application click the link below: https://ow.ly/jjJL50RQ6OR

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day presents new challenges? Are you passionate about protecting people, assets, and information? If so, we want you to be our next Port Security Manager! This position is responsible for strategizing, planning, coordinating, and managing teams of internal staff and outside resources, security-related initiatives, emergency management, and facilitating our safety program coordination with other departments. Apply now and become a vital part of our Port team. https://ow.ly/RykC50RRthJ #SecurityManager #JoinOurTeam #PortOfBellingham

We’re on the lookout for a talented HR Generalist to join our team! As an HR Generalist for the Port, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our organization through talent acquisition, benefits’ administration, employee and labor relations, leave administration, safety and worker’s compensation, and HRIS/record management. Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply now and be a part of our work empowering our people and driving organizational excellence. Click the link below to apply today! #PortOfBellingham #JoinOurTeam https://ow.ly/3tvf50RKrbp

Are you passionate about keeping outdoor spaces pristine? Do you thrive in a dynamic, outdoor environment? We're on the lookout for a seasonal groundskeeper to join our team and help us maintain the beauty of our grounds! If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be a part of a dedicated team committed to maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces, we want to hear from you! Follow the link below to learn more and apply today. https://ow.ly/Q2IN50RBYV3

In honor of National Small Business month, we would like to express our appreciation to our partners at WWU Small Business Development Center (WWU SBDC). SBDC is a network of professionals providing insight and solutions for the long-term success of businesses, and settling the standard for responsive, relevant guidance to help entrepreneurs translate vision into long-term success. Interested in starting a new business or growing your existing venture? Find out how the SBDC can assist you! Visit: sbdc.wwu.edu (linked in bio) for more information.

Approximately three years after Southwest Airlines announced it would launch flights to Bellingham International Airport, Southwest announced they will cease service to Bellingham after August 4, 2024, citing delays in Boeing jet deliveries. Port of Bellingham Director of Aviation Kip Turner said, “We are saddened by this unfortunate news and will look forward to working with Southwest again in the future once their fleet needs are met. Bellingham International Airport will continue being served by Allegiant Air, San Juan Air and Alaska Airlines, which deliver frequent and reliable value service to our corner of the Pacific Northwest with the rest of North America, bringing low fares to Bellingham and our neighbors in British Columbia.” Port of Bellingham Executive Director Rob Fix said, “Our Aviation Director and his team continually work with airlines to promote the Bellingham – Vancouver, Canada market. The departure of Southwest will be felt by our community; however, we are confident that the Bellingham International Airport is poised for additional new growth as the team continues to work with both existing and new entry airlines to deliver destinations our customers want.” Alaska flies daily to Seattle/Tacoma, while Allegiant has nonstop service to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Oakland, Palm Springs, Phoenix (Mesa), and San Diego.

Happy Earth Day! Whatcom County is fortunate to have many great resources to help individuals and businesses reduce environmental impacts. To name just a few, the Port works with Sustainable Connections to host Zero Waste Events, uses Sanitary Service Company for compost and recycling, has Ridwell pick up hard-to-recycle items, and works with Smart Trips to replace vehicle-trips . Our sustainability committee meets regularly to discuss how we can do things better and talk about great projects the Port is working on like a new 100kW rooftop solar system at Bellingham International Airport. For the Port, every day is Earth Day because a sustainable economy depends on a healthy environment.