Who we are: Since 1971, Hopelink has provided stability-building programs for people experiencing poverty, immigrants and refugees, and people with disabilities in North and East King County. With service centers in Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Shoreline and Sno-Valley (Carnation), we are the largest nonprofit organization in the area.
Hopelink Mission: Hopelink equips people to exit poverty through comprehensive services, impactful partnerships, and advocacy for equitable opportunities for all.
Hopelink Values: Growth & Human Potential, Relationships Built in Trust, Culture of Belonging, Quality of Our Work, Community-Centered, Fiscal & Data Stewardship
What we do: Hopelink’s programs work in tandem to fill gaps, supporting each family or individual’s unique needs. These include food assistance, energy assistance, financial assistance, housing with case management, mobility management, non-emergency medical transportation, Dial-a-Ride Transit (DART), English for work, family development, and financial capabilities.
Join us: Enjoy a friendly work environment with an amazing group of highly capable co-workers dedicated to our mission and values. We foster a welcoming environment where everyone’s diverse beliefs and perspectives are respected, valued, and used to strengthen our programs and systems. Join us in making a difference in our community!
Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package!
We offer great benefits. Benefits for eligible employees: Medical, Dental, Long Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, 401(k), Paid Vacation & Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Part Time & Wellness Programs, Internal Career Advancement Opportunities, Training Classes, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Career Path Coaching and Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities.
“Working with two great teams at Hopelink, I feel thankful for the opportunity to grow and learn in a career I love, supported by amazing colleagues providing essential transportation services.”
-Carrie, Driver Trainer
“Starting part-time and growing into a full-time position, I now lead English language programs at Hopelink, surrounded by an amazingly talented and inclusive team.”
-Lenise, Education Program Supervisor
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Current Opportunities
Transportation
Title: Public Transportation Bus Driver
Don’t have a CDL? No problem! We have paid training!
Location:
Training takes place at the Hopelink Transportation Yard in Kent WA
After training, the position will be based at the Hopelink Willows Transportation Yard in Redmond WA
Work schedule:
During Training: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm
Multiple shifts available after training!
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The career opportunity:
The Hopelink CDL Bus Driver provides safe, courteous, and on-time transportation to customers in vans, minibuses, or small buses, adhering to traffic regulations and maintaining schedules/routes. The driver communicates respectfully while providing excellent customer service to passengers.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: starting at $25 to $27 DOE
- New Hire Incentive: $4,500
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Automotive Service Technician
Location: Kent, WA
Work Schedule:
During CDL training (4-6 weeks): Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Shop training (3-4 weeks): Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
After training is complete: Tuesday through Saturday 10:00am-6:30pm
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The career opportunity:
Hopelink Automotive Service Technician warrants someone who is driven and brings a strong work ethic to the team! This position will perform work in the diagnosis, repair and service of automobiles, medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses, and related equipment such as hydraulic systems, gasoline and diesel engines. This role is also responsible for preventive maintenance inspections and related repairs.
This role requires the candidate to obtain their CDL class C within 90 days of hire and pass a DOT medical exam. Training for CDL class C will be provided at no cost to employee. Applicants with a valid Washington State driver’s license will be considered.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $28.00/hour
- New Hire Incentive: $3,000
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Fleet Vehicle Detailer
Location: Kent, WA
Work schedule:
- Training (3 weeks): Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
- After Training: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
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The career opportunity:
The Fleet Vehicle Detailer ensures that all interior & exterior surfaces of buses and vehicles are sanitized, washed and detailed using proper personal protective equipment (PPE). This position may require some overtime, but overtime is not guaranteed. Detailers provide automotive interior & exterior cleaning services that meet company or client specifications.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $21.00/hour
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Community Services
Title: Case Manager
Location: Greater Eastside locations, WA
Work Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours a week, Shifts range Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm or 10:30am-7:00pm. The initial 2-week training is in-person at a Hopelink worksite. After training, hybrid with in-person and some remote schedule options available. Case Managers are assigned to support one or more Hopelink sites based on client and organizational needs.
The career opportunity:
Hopelink provides vital resources to people experiencing financial and housing instability in our community. The Case Manager provides assessment, advocacy, referrals, and other support services to low-income families in shelter, transitional, non-time limited housing programs as well as community-based settings. The primary goal is to help families, through their own resilience, to make positive life changes and substantial progress towards self-sufficiency, with a focus on increasing income & obtaining and maintaining permanent housing.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, compassionate, excited to learn, and is a team player who works well in a collaborative team environment alongside community partners. A combination of on-site and remote options is available for this role after training period is complete and job proficiency is demonstrated. Case Managers are assigned to support one or more Hopelink sites based on client and organizational needs. Ability to travel to various Hopelink worksites or offsite locations within a timely manner during the workday. Flexibility to travel throughout the greater Eastside region to support client needs is key.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $26.00 / hour
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Eligibility and Resource Specialist – Energy (Seasonal) 5 openings
Location: Multiple locations available (Bellevue, Redmond, Shoreline, Kirkland, Carnation, WA)
Work schedule: Typically, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position follows a hybrid work schedule. Staff are expected to work a minimum of two days per week in the office, with additional in-office time as needed to support training and program operations.
The career opportunity:
The Eligibility and Resource Specialist (ERS) role is a seasonal, time-limited position from September 2026 through February 22nd, 2027, with the possibility of becoming a regular full-time position based on performance and program needs. The ERS primarily processes Energy Assistance applications, determines household eligibility, and enrolls clients in available assistance programs. This position focuses heavily on processing online applications, managing electronic documentation, conducting follow-up with clients to obtain missing information, entering data accurately into multiple databases, and managing client documentation in an organized and confidential manner. Based on operational needs, the ERS may also conduct scheduled Energy Assistance appointments and provide appointment coverage. They provide excellent customer service through phone, email, and other communication channels while supporting households through the application process. The Energy Assistance Program is fast-paced and detail oriented, requiring strong organization skills, ability to multi-task, stay calm under pressure and deescalate issues when necessary. ERS must be comfortable working with families and individuals that may be in crisis, suffer from mental illness, and/or are experiencing homelessness.
This position requires on-site and off-site availability for program needs including outreach events, staff support, and team meetings with a minimum of two days per week in office expected and potential for more based on operational needs.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $24.40 hr.
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Food Program Supervisor (Market Floor Supervisor) – Float
Location: Kirkland, WA (Home base will be Kirkland with travel to other Hopelink Food Markets for coverage needs.) Hopelink Food Markets are in Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Shoreline and Carnation) Mileage will be paid for travel between sites.
Work schedule: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday. Core business hours are 8:30am – 5:00pm with some evening shifts of 8:30am -7:30pm, Fridays flex 8:30-2:30 or longer to meet 40 hours. Occasional Saturday availability, pre-planned in advance for special events/outreach.
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The career opportunity:
The Food Program Supervisor – Float holds equal standing with all Food Program Supervisors and plays a vital role in supporting Hopelink’s food programs through staffing and on-call coverage. This position is designed to “float” between food market locations as needed, including the Mobile Market and Harvest Program. While schedules are typically set in advance, flexibility is essential; day-of changes may occur to meet coverage needs. Adaptability and a collaborative spirit are key to thriving in this role. Paid training is provided, and responsibilities while covering a food market may include leading and working alongside volunteer staff to ensure smooth operations, receiving and sorting food deliveries and donations, restocking and organizing the food market and warehouse freezers and coolers, ordering fresh and non-perishable food from multiple sources, maintaining inventory/budget and ensuring overall cleanliness of the market, and assessing client eligibility while offering appropriate referrals and information.
The Float Supervisor leads by example, modeling culturally responsive, client-centered service and setting a welcoming tone for all food market guests. We strongly encourage individuals from BIPOC communities and those with lived experience in historically marginalized or excluded communities to apply. Your perspective and leadership are deeply valued.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $27.39/hour ($28.39/hour for bilingual fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Ukrainian, or Russian)
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Food Market Driver
Location: Kirkland, WA. This is an onsite only position.
Work schedule: Full time, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Click here to view the full posting and to apply.
The career opportunity:
The Food Market Driver operates, loads, and unloads a 24’ delivery box truck and makes pick-ups and deliveries of food, supplies, and other food and non-food materials. The Food Market Driver also performs order picking and building at the central warehouse. This is a combination of deliveries and warehouse work for our free food markets serving the greater eastside, including Redmond, Kirkland, Bellevue, Carnation, and Shoreline. Fun team and fast paced.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
Compensation: $26.48/hour
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
Title: Program Manager – Heat Pump Assistance
Location: Bellevue, WA (2 days a week onsite at the Hopelink Bellevue Service Center, other travel as required between centers or for outreach events, etc.) Some travel between Hopelink sites, to city funder events, or outreach activities, on-sites in Snoqualmie Valley possible.
Work schedule: Full Time, Mon-Fri 8:30-5. Some possible evening/weekend outreach events (planned in advance & no more than 1x/month generally.) Hybrid work schedule with 2 days in office per week, some in person meetings on other days due to business needs.
Posted internally and externally, posting closes: 8/28/2026
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The career opportunity:
The Hopelink Heat Pump Program Manager oversees the operations of our heat pump program, including: vendor and funder relations, program design and launch of a new service model, outreach strategy development, and staff supervision. Hopelink’s heat pump program works under our Energy Program to provide full cost installation of heat pumps with case management throughout the process to help low-income homeowners transition from fossil fuel heating to high-efficiency electric systems.
This role will work closely with Energy Program Senior Manager to oversee operations of an existing partnership with a collaborative of Eastside cities providing funding, called Energy Smart Eastside, as well as design and implement a new, internally managed Residential Heat-Pump initiative funded by PSE’s CCA Decarbonization Grant, seeking residents primarily throughout the Snoqualmie Valley.
This role is responsible for coordinating service delivery among 2-3 specialists, ensuring high-quality, equitable, and client-centered experiences, and maintaining strong partner relations including funders and contractors. The Heat Pump Program Manager will ensure compliance with complex program requirements and oversee contractor coordination and installation process. This position requires strong ownership, independent problem-solving, and the ability to navigate complex program specifications while meeting reporting and compliance expectations.
The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgement, accountability and professionalism, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. They must be able to remain calm under pressure, de-escalate challenging situations, and independently navigate complex situations while representing the program effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. This role is responsible for building and operationalizing a new program, ensuring high quality service delivery, and equitable, client centered experience.
How you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.
- Compensation: $33 – $34/hr Depending On Experience
- Up to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays,
- Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/week
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting period
- Flexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverage
- Wellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training Classes
- Internal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path Coaching
- Annual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase Opportunities
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Development
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Fair Chance Statement
At Hopelink, we believe that everyone deserves dignity, access to opportunity, and meaningful work – especially those who have experienced systemic barriers to stability and economic security. Our commitment to being a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe place extends to how we recruit, hire, and support our employees.
Hopelink is a Fair-Chance Employer. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that focus first on a candidate’s skills, experience, and alignment with our mission.
Hopelink conducts post-offer, role-related screening in compliance with applicable law. Prior involvement with the justice system does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment. Any screening information is reviewed thoughtfully, confidentially, and on a case-by-case basis, considering the responsibilities of the role, the nature and timing of relevant information, and evidence of growth or positive change.
Our goal is to maintain a safe, respectful environment for our staff, clients, and community while ensuring fair and meaningful access to employment opportunities. We encourage individuals with diverse lived experiences, including those with prior involvement in the justice system, to apply.