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Program Assistant

Western Washington University

Western Washington University

Bellingham, WA, USA
Posted on Sep 19, 2025
  • Assistant to AVP for Finance & Bus Services & AVP for Safety-Police Chief

    We’re seeking a dynamic and highly organized professional to serve as the Assistant to the Assistant Vice President for Finance and Business Services and the Assistant Vice President for Security/Chief of Police at the University Police Department. This pivotal role provides confidential, executive-level administrative support and helps coordinate the operations of two essential university units. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing sensitive information, and enjoy supporting leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Program Assistant

    This position supports the Health and Human Development Department and corresponding programs through administrative, clerical, and student support. This individual needs to clearly understand the mission, programs, and many facets of the department. This position uses independent judgement and is responsible to support a wide scope of departmental and student needs. This position supports the HHD autonomous degree programs (Public Health, Kinesiology, Physical Education, and Recreation Management and Leadership (RML) specifically by coordinating all aspects of event planning, field trip and service-learning experiences, retreats, internship and venue contract management, and travel management for trips and retreats. This position is also the point of contact for all walk-ins and general HHD inquiries in the main suite for the department. This staff member will support faculty with organization of accreditation visits and Alumni relations and outreach. This position will support the Department Manager and Program Coordinator by managing and organizing the HHD workroom and supply closet inventories, as well as daily mail distribution and complete all copy service requests. Provide support for any special tasks, as needed. (e.g. asset inventory of all equipment) This position will work with the contract office, through the contract management module, to develop contracts needed for internships, when contract is required by internship site. This individual is an integral member of the staff team which is embedded in the dynamic environment of the Department of Health and Human Development. This is a nine month cyclic position.

    Bellingham, WA College of Humanities & Social Science

  • Assistant Resident Director

    The assistant resident director (ARD) is a full-time hourly (40 hours per week)/overtime eligible, 12-month appointment, live-in position within University Residences reporting to a supervising resident director (SRD). The ARD supports the supervising resident director in the management of a residential community of 550 - 700 students in the tasks of: developing diverse and inclusive communities; enhancing student learning; developing consciousness regarding principles of equity, respect, and individual and collective responsibility; providing conduct adjudication and hall council advisement; and supervising and training paraprofessional staff. Over the summer, ARDs work with summer athletic camps through University Residences Conferences and Guest Housing operations.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Maintenance Mechanic 2 / Academic Buildings

    We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic 2 to join our team! If you have experience in mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and electrical work—and take pride in keeping facilities running smoothly—this could be the role for you. You'll handle routine maintenance, general repairs, and support academic facility upkeep. Availability for after-hours emergency call-outs is a must.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Environmental Compliance Manager

    Under administrative direction and general supervision by the Environmental Health & Safety Director, the Environmental Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and carrying out all aspects of WWU's hazardous waste program and other various environmental compliance regulations. This work includes ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal safety laws, regulations, codes, and standards, with a focus on hazardous materials, hazardous waste, radiation safety, and environmental sampling and monitoring. They participate in related activities of a non-routine nature such as hazard/incident investigations, hazardous materials safety training, spill response and support, indoor air quality concerns, and confined space/ hot work permitting that require independent judgement and decision making. They also serve as a member of the University’s Confined Space Rescue Team.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Utility Worker 2

    Help care for our campus grounds! Join our outdoor maintenance team and assist with building, fixing, and caring for roads, landscapes, sports fields, walkways, and irrigation systems. Great for those who enjoy working outdoors and making a visible difference!

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Fiscal Assistant

    Western Associated Student Bookstore hiring Fiscal Technician 2. This position, under general supervision, prepares daily deposits, processes invoices and credit memos in both WWU’s financial system (Banner) and inventory software (Prism), and performs other tasks that support the fiscal functions of the Western Associated Students Bookstore. This position performs detailed fiscal data entry work and works independently to reconcile vendor accounts and assists with resolving fiscal discrepancies that arise. This position’s work schedule is typically 8:00am -3:00pm Monday through Friday, with additional required evening and weekend hours at the beginning of each term and for special events.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2

    Join our team as a Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2, where your expertise helps shape the beauty and safety of our University campus. You'll work outdoors maintaining trees, lawns, walkways, athletic fields, and other green spaces—creating an inviting, vibrant environment that students, staff, and visitors enjoy every day.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 3

    We're Hiring: Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 3 Help keep our campus green and thriving! This role focuses on maintaining and installing irrigation systems, fixing leaks, and ensuring efficient watering. You’ll also assist with general grounds care as needed.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Assistant Director, Enterprise Application Systems

    Assistant Director - Enterprise Application Systems

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Stationary Engineer 2

    Western Washington University is looking for a skilled Stationary Engineer 2 to take on a vital role in the operation of our high-pressure Steam Plant. This essential facility keeps the WWU main campus running—providing dependable heating and hot water to over 3.5 million square feet, every day of the year. Join us and make a real impact where it matters most—keeping a thriving campus warm, safe, and sustainable.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Campus Police Officer

    The Western Washington University Police Department (WWUPD) is dedicated to the safety and security of our campus community. WWUPD works to ensure students, staff, faculty and visitors have the safest and most accessible campus possible.

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Facilities Engineer 2

    The Facilities Development & Operations Department at WWU is looking for a full-time Facilities Engineer 2 to join their team. Performs engineering assignments in support of required installation and operation of the centralized Energy Management Center and all associated mechanical & electrical components throughout the University system. Requires a high level of responsibility and technical expertise and involves elements of controls monitoring, troubleshooting and creative analysis, design and engineering interpretation, programming, integration of new systems, process optimization, database analysis and reporting, and communications. This position comes with an excellent benefits package including paid time off, insurance, retirement and more!

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist 2

    The Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist 2 is a key member of the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects team providing post-award fiscal guidance, assistance, and administrative support for an assigned group of principal investigators (PIs) in Environmental Science, Anthropology, and Sociology. It also serves a centralized compliance function specific to Effort Certification on federal awards across campus. There is an emphasis on providing payroll/personnel support, purchasing/contract administration, basic fiscal reporting, and monitoring for compliance with applicable federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures. Successful candidates will have a background in fiscal processes, demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow in the role, and have excellent communication skills. The position will work closely with WWU’s Fiscal Analyst 3, Grant Accountant, and Departmental and College Administration to ensure excellent customer service to PIs. The position is open to Washington State residents and offers the opportunity for remote/hybrid work from the Bellingham campus.

    Bellingham, WA Academic Affairs

  • Equipment Technician 3

    The Facilities Development & Operations Department at WWU is looking for a full-time Equipment Technician 3 to join their team. Responsible for journey-level inspection, troubleshooting, diagnoses, service, and major and minor mechanical repair on all types of equipment and vehicles used by Facilities Management and Western Washington University. Ensures equipment, vehicles and generators are functionally safe and continue to operate at manufacturer specifications. This position comes with an excellent benefits package including paid time off, insurance, retirement and more!

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs

  • Custodian 1

    The Facilities Development & Operations Department at WWU is looking for a full-time Custodian 1 to join their team. Help maintain the appearance and cleanliness of Western's beautiful campus as part of our outstanding Custodial staff. This position comes with an excellent benefits package including paid time off, insurance, retirement and more!

    Bellingham, WA Business and Financial Affairs