Job Opportunities
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County envisions a world where everyone has a safe, decent, and affordable place to live. If you love helping others, apply today!
Consultant Opening - RFQ for Consulting Services
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County, located in Bellingham, WA, is requesting qualified consultants to submit a proposal for statements of qualification to perform a scope of work that includes providing grant compliance and construction management services on Mateo Meadows, located in Everson, WA. HFHWC intends to develop approximately 11 affordable homes for income-qualified families / first-time homebuyers / households at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Currently the project is fully funded with CDBG-DR, Whatcom County ARPA, and WA CHIP. Additional funding from Community Frameworks SHOP and WA Housing Trust Fund may be incorporated into the development funding and/or permanent funding for affordability for the homebuyers.
One or more firms will be selected for an interview based upon the following criteria categories: qualification of key personnel; relevant experience as demonstrated on previous projects including permitting, NEPA environmental review, and federally-funded projects; previous performance; expressed interest in the project; and Washington State Certified Minority Enterprise Participation.
Firms desiring consideration shall submit a complete qualification package and any other pertinent data to further assist the selection committee in evaluating the firm’s qualification to: Gina Chamberlain, HFHWC Interim Executive Director, 1825 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225. Qualification packages should be submitted to arrive no later than 11:00 PM on December 3, 2026. The most highly rated firm will be selected for an interview and negotiation of the professional services contract.
This project is partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program with federal funds. As a result, cost plus percentage of construction cost contracts will not be allowed, and a number of state and federal equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements will apply to the selection process and conduct of the project.
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Minority- and women-owned firms are encouraged to submit statements of qualification. This project is partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program with federal funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Please contact Gina Chamberlain at Gina.Chamberlain@hfhwhatcom.org or 360-715-9170 for more detailed project-specific information.
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County, located in Bellingham, WA, is requesting qualified consultants to submit a proposal for statements of qualification to perform a scope of work that includes providing grant compliance and construction management services on Mateo Meadows, located in Everson, WA. HFHWC intends to develop approximately 11 affordable homes for income-qualified families / first-time homebuyers / households at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Currently the project is fully funded with CDBG-DR, Whatcom County ARPA, and WA CHIP. Additional funding from Community Frameworks SHOP and WA Housing Trust Fund may be incorporated into the development funding and/or permanent funding for affordability for the homebuyers.
One or more firms will be selected for an interview based upon the following criteria categories: qualification of key personnel; relevant experience as demonstrated on previous projects including permitting, NEPA environmental review, and federally-funded projects; previous performance; expressed interest in the project; and Washington State Certified Minority Enterprise Participation.
Firms desiring consideration shall submit a complete qualification package and any other pertinent data to further assist the selection committee in evaluating the firm’s qualification to: Gina Chamberlain, HFHWC Interim Executive Director, 1825 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225. Qualification packages should be submitted to arrive no later than 11:00 PM on December 3, 2026. The most highly rated firm will be selected for an interview and negotiation of the professional services contract.
This project is partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program with federal funds. As a result, cost plus percentage of construction cost contracts will not be allowed, and a number of state and federal equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements will apply to the selection process and conduct of the project.
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Minority- and women-owned firms are encouraged to submit statements of qualification. This project is partially funded through the Washington State Community Development Block Grant program with federal funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Please contact Gina Chamberlain at Gina.Chamberlain@hfhwhatcom.org or 360-715-9170 for more detailed project-specific information.
Current Staff Openings
Thank you for your interest in joining the Habitat team. We have no current openings at the moment.
Job Title: Donation Ambassador
Reports to: Habitat Store Management Team
Type: Both full and part-time positions available
Compensation: $17/hr
Join us as we transform the lives of Whatcom County families!
About the Habitat Store
We are a nonprofit that accepts new and gently used items, such as furniture, appliances,
construction supplies, hardware and much much more. All proceeds go toward building safe,
affordable housing right here in Whatcom County.
The Habitat Family
As part of the Habitat family, you’ll be working with a diverse crew of volunteers, donors,
customers, our Homebuyer Families, as well as our construction crew.
We’re a team-oriented workplace that understands the importance of individuality and service
supporting a greater mission. At the Habitat Store, we value the contribution of each and every
employee as an integral part of realizing our vision of a world where everyone has a place to
call home.
We acknowledge and celebrate each person's unique skills and abilities, and know that open
communication between management and staff is critical to the success of our daily operation.
We also realize people's lives have a variety of commitments outside of work, so we offer
employees flexible shift options with variable hours and days.
A Typical Work Day Could Consist of…
- Driving through Whatcom on our 16ft box truck or electric van, meeting with
- donors, and picking up various donations
- Working at our donation dock, helping donors unload items from their cars while
- following our donation guidelines
- Working in our receiving room pricing donations, and getting them ready for the
- sales floor
- Keeping the receiving area clean and safe, and properly and safely recycling
- unsellable items
- Working with the Habitat Store team, and helping innovate ways to improve sales
- and efficiency.
- Assisting customers and donors by answering questions and directing them to
- products in the store.
- Ensure and adhere to all safety procedures
- Working in our receiving room/dock in sorting donations off the truck, into the
- trash, recycling, repurposing, or selling categories. Expected to help with
- cleaning, pricing, and stocking donations to the sales floor.
- Must have open availability Monday-Saturday.
Requirements:
A valid and clean Washington State Driver’s License and a clean driving record. The incumbent
must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and have the ability to deal with
stressful situations and with a wide variety of people. The employee must be dedicated to
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County’s Mission, and be willing to work closely with all staff.
Preferred
- Experience with customer service or working in a retail store environment.
- Working with volunteers or in a nonprofit organization.
Physical Demands:
The incumbent will be required to lift up to 50 lbs, unassisted, on a regular basis, with frequent
bending, squatting, lifting, and repetitive motion. The position will occasionally be exposed to the
outside environment (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, etc.) Work is performed in a public
environment and requires the ability to engage customers and donors and represent Habitat for
Humanity in a positive, professional way.
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to victor.paulson@hfhwhatcom.org
1825 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 – (360) 715-9170
Internship Opportunities
We provide internship opportunities year-round. Please visit hfhwhatcom.org/internship-opportunities to fill out an application.