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Development Director: BA or certificate in fundraising, 2-3 yrs exp., knowledge of homeless issues. Part-time, flexible office hours. Open until we hire. Call Friendship House, 360-336-6138
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PARK RANGER II (temporary) is open at Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Island. Pay range: $20.40 to $24.22/hr. Approx. 4 mos: May 10 - Sept. 9. 3 bdrm, 2 ba home with view of Thatcher Pass avail. Minimum qualifications: High school graduate & successfully completed a qualifing law enforcement academy within 24 mos. Or have left commissioned law enforcement employment within 24 mos. Applications must be submitted to WA state Parks by April 1. Call Tina at 360-468-2251
Housekeeping/ Laundry PT/FT. Must be able to work 10 hr shift and weekends. If interested, apply at: Mira Vista Care Center 300 South 18th St. Mount Vernon, WA
DENTAL ASSISTANT Our dental office is looking for an exc. motivated, compassionate, organized Dental Assistant. If you are a team-player, enjoy providing excellent & caring customer service, please submit or deliver in person a handwritten cover letter and a resume w/references to our office at: 130 S. 15th St., Suite 101, Mount Vernon, WA 98274, from 8AM-5PM Mon.-Thurs.
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QUALITY CONTROL LEAD Responsible for all aspects of quality control and food safety. Min. 2 years Quality Control experience in Food Processing or equivalent combination of education/ experience. Knowledge of GMP's, SOP's, & HACCP and basic computer skills required. F/T hourly position. Wage DOE. Employment applications are available on-line at www. sakumabros.com. Submit cover letter, resume and application to: HR Manager, Sakuma Bros. Processing, P.O. Box 427, Burlington, WA 98233.
KARMART AUTO GROUP Immediate opening for F/T Experienced European Technician, VW Certified Preferred. Possible other dealership positions available. Pay DOE and benefits package. Submit application to Karmart VW or email resume to amattix@karmart.com
Medical Assistant Experienced MA needed in busy specialty office w/ locations in Mount Vernon and Anacortes. Podiatry and/or orthopedic exp. pref'd. Please send resume to lnordgulen@nwosonline.com or fax to (360) 424-4027.
HIRING DRIVERS ? OTR positions avail. ? Team driving. ? All routes bring drivers home weekly! ? Excellent Pay. ? Medical & Dental provided. ? Vacation/Holiday pay. ? Weekly Performance Bonus. ? Great Maintenance & Safety programs. ? Newer updated equip. ? 2 yrs class A exp. req. ? LTL, OTR & Team exp. pref'd. If you are interested in joining a stable company w/a commitment to quality service please send a resume listing complete work history to fax 800-247-7339 or PO Box 1708, Mount Vernon WA 98273 ATTN: Bill Smith.
SALES AND MARKETING REP for our RV Supply Store in Burlington. Hourly + large commissions. Call now: 360-371-5227, ext. #206. Ask for John.
SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER for composite manufacturing company in an exciting growth industry. This position includes senior level sales, marketing, strategic planning, data base development and requires 7+ years experience, 2+ years managerial experience, intermediate technology skill and a proven track record. Email resume and cover letter to: job@bayviewcomposites.com 360-466-4160
Creative Weekend Breakfast Chef. Rexville Grocery. 360-466-5522
PT to FT DAY & NIGHT, mixed hours, Georgio's Subs, bring resume to 9660 Old Hwy 99 (Exit 232) Burlington.
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Development Director: BA or certificate in fundraising, 2-3 yrs exp., knowledge of homeless issues. Part-time, flexible office hours. Open until we hire. Call Friendship House, 360-336-6138
Wanted for hands-on, non-formal education in agricultural projects: greenhouses, animal husbandry, vermiculture, carpentry, forestry, and sawmill/lumber production; plus academic studies. Marblemount, WA. wcp@porterfarm.com or 873-9600.
PARK RANGER II (temporary) is open at Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Island. Pay range: $20.40 to $24.22/hr. Approx. 4 mos: May 10 - Sept. 9. 3 bdrm, 2 ba home with view of Thatcher Pass avail. Minimum qualifications: High school graduate & successfully completed a qualifing law enforcement academy within 24 mos. Or have left commissioned law enforcement employment within 24 mos. Applications must be submitted to WA state Parks by April 1. Call Tina at 360-468-2251
Housekeeping/ Laundry PT/FT. Must be able to work 10 hr shift and weekends. If interested, apply at: Mira Vista Care Center 300 South 18th St. Mount Vernon, WA
DENTAL ASSISTANT Our dental office is looking for an exc. motivated, compassionate, organized Dental Assistant. If you are a team-player, enjoy providing excellent & caring customer service, please submit or deliver in person a handwritten cover letter and a resume w/references to our office at: 130 S. 15th St., Suite 101, Mount Vernon, WA 98274, from 8AM-5PM Mon.-Thurs.
SKAGIT SPEEDWAY Concessions Mgr. Must have fast food/ restaurant mgmt. exp., great people skills, good work ethic. The ability to create a fun work environment. Wage DOE. Applications may be picked up at the track. 360-724-3567
QUALITY CONTROL LEAD Responsible for all aspects of quality control and food safety. Min. 2 years Quality Control experience in Food Processing or equivalent combination of education/ experience. Knowledge of GMP's, SOP's, & HACCP and basic computer skills required. F/T hourly position. Wage DOE. Employment applications are available on-line at www. sakumabros.com. Submit cover letter, resume and application to: HR Manager, Sakuma Bros. Processing, P.O. Box 427, Burlington, WA 98233.
KARMART AUTO GROUP Immediate opening for F/T Experienced European Technician, VW Certified Preferred. Possible other dealership positions available. Pay DOE and benefits package. Submit application to Karmart VW or email resume to amattix@karmart.com
Medical Assistant Experienced MA needed in busy specialty office w/ locations in Mount Vernon and Anacortes. Podiatry and/or orthopedic exp. pref'd. Please send resume to lnordgulen@nwosonline.com or fax to (360) 424-4027.
HIRING DRIVERS ? OTR positions avail. ? Team driving. ? All routes bring drivers home weekly! ? Excellent Pay. ? Medical & Dental provided. ? Vacation/Holiday pay. ? Weekly Performance Bonus. ? Great Maintenance & Safety programs. ? Newer updated equip. ? 2 yrs class A exp. req. ? LTL, OTR & Team exp. pref'd. If you are interested in joining a stable company w/a commitment to quality service please send a resume listing complete work history to fax 800-247-7339 or PO Box 1708, Mount Vernon WA 98273 ATTN: Bill Smith.
SALES AND MARKETING REP for our RV Supply Store in Burlington. Hourly + large commissions. Call now: 360-371-5227, ext. #206. Ask for John.
SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER for composite manufacturing company in an exciting growth industry. This position includes senior level sales, marketing, strategic planning, data base development and requires 7+ years experience, 2+ years managerial experience, intermediate technology skill and a proven track record. Email resume and cover letter to: job@bayviewcomposites.com 360-466-4160
Creative Weekend Breakfast Chef. Rexville Grocery. 360-466-5522
PT to FT DAY & NIGHT, mixed hours, Georgio's Subs, bring resume to 9660 Old Hwy 99 (Exit 232) Burlington.
01/COMMERCIAL JOURNEYMAN needed on Orcas Island. F/T - P/T work available. Please call Greg @ Northshore Electric for details. 360-376-2000
