Location
We are located in the lower end of Birch Bay just south of Birch Bay State Park.
BIRCH BAY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
7096 POINT WHITEHORN RD
BLAINE WA 98230-9675
Employment
Open Positions: Accounts Receivable & Payroll Clerk
Birch Bay Water and Sewer District is currently accepting applications for a full-time Accounts Receivable and Payroll Clerk. This position provides customer service to the public and performs a variety of bookkeeping and accounting duties. Essential duties include utility billing account maintenance, accounts receivable, payroll assistance, water leak adjustment calculations, and preparation of various routine reports. See the full job description at www.bbwsd.com/district-information.
2023 Hourly Range: $: $29.49- $37.83/hr (Steps 1 through 6)
2023 Monthly Range: $ 4,718.40- $6,052.80
Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience, Steps 1 thru 3 are starting ($29.49-$34.00/hr)
Open until filled, accepting applications: Friday, October 6, at 4:30 p.m.- First Review.
Minimum Experience/Education – Requires high school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field, and a valid Washington State driver’s license. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and complete basic math problems. Public sector and/or utility experience preferred.
Excellent Benefit Package – The District offers competitive pay, with vacation starting at 10 days per year and accruing up to 25 days per year based on years of service, 12 days of sick leave per year, 12 paid holidays, a defined medical allowance of $2,356 (2023 amount) to cover family medical, dental, vision, with the remaining difference deposited to a health reimbursement account, plus life insurance. Employee paid benefits include WA State Family & Medical Leave, WA State long-term disability, additional life insurance, a deferred compensation option and more. This position participates in the WA State Public Employee Retirement System.
Application Process – Interested individuals are required to complete a District Application, found on our website bbwsd.com/district-information/. Resumes and cover letters are encouraged. Email completed applications to sandi@bbwsd.com no later than 4:30 p.m..10/6/23 for the first review. Incomplete applications or resumes without applications will not be accepted.
Birch Bay Water & Sewer District does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, purchasing, services, or activities. Birch Bay Water & Sewer District does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Individuals who need auxiliary aids for effective communication in programs and services of Birch Bay Water & Sewer District are invited to make their needs and preferences known to the ADA Compliance Coordinator.
Questions, concerns, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding the ADA may be forwarded to Birch Bay Water & Sewer District’s designated ADA Compliance Coordinator:
District Treasurer
7096 Pt. Whitehorn Rd.
Birch Bay, WA 98230
360 371-7100 (voice) 800 833-6388 (or 711) TTY
Available: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Forms
Developer Project Manual (16.2MB)
Please see the forms below.
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TEST REPORT FORM.pdf | 29.16 KB |
| Backflow Tester List.pdf | 101.34 KB |
| W9.pdf | 140.45 KB |
| Water Extension Application.pdf | 100 KB |
| Sewer Extension Application.pdf | 100 KB |
| Service Area Map | 139.35 KB |
| Side Sewer Handout | 435 KB |
| Water Comprehensive Plan | 15 MB |
| Sewer Comprehensive Plan | 15 MB |
Purchasing and Contracting
Surplus Sales:
Please see Public Surplus for our current auctions
Request for Quotes/Proposals (RFP):
N/A
Biding Projects:
N/A
Small Works and Professional Services Roster:
Small Works Roster
In accordance with RCW 39.04.155 and as authorized by the Board of Commissioners the District participates in the MRSC Small Works Roster. The roster will cover projects estimated to cost $300,000 or less.
On Call Work Roster
The District is participating in the MRSC on-call roster for professional services on an on-call basis. Project assignments will be made as needed to the most qualified firms in each category after fee proposal and professional services agreement negotiation. On call services are limited to $50,000.
Roster
To add your name to the roster, register for FREE at www.mrscrosters.org and select Birch Bay Water & Sewer District in your account. If you are already a member of MRSC Rosters, simply select Birch Bay Water & Sewer District in your account. For further registration questions please contact MRSC Rosters by email or by phone at 206-436-3798.
Contract awards made from Small Works Roster:
2022: Western Refinery Service $78,074 (Holeman Rd watermain replacement) / Western Solar $70,734 (office solar project)
2019: Trenchless Construction $27,600 (24 long side water service connections)
2018: Honcoop Gravel, Inc. $8,013.53 (hydrant replacements)
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