Crossposted from the DES Express The Harborview Construction and Infrastructure Division (HCID) officially became the Department of Executive Services’ newest division this month. “The core work of the Harborview Bond and the county is to care for the citizens and create a place where all can thrive,” said Tony Wright, HCID Director. “The new division allows for focused efforts on the Bond and other construction projects for maintaining a world class medical facility.” The division started as the Harborview Bond Program in the Facilities Management Division, created following the overwhelming 2020 voter… Read More

New this year, the Scholarship Program is now open to non-represented employees, in addition to employees represented by one of the unions in the Coalition. The Professional Development Scholarship Program is designed to assist eligible employees with their professional development by providing financial assistance towards obtaining training, certificates, degrees, licenses, and certifications. The first application period for the 2026 Professional Development Scholarship Program opens Jan. 20 to Feb. 27 for training that begins in 2026.   Applicants should visit the scholarship intranet page to familiarize themselves with the revised application submission process, rating criteria, and frequently asked questions.

By Priscilla De Andrade, Administrative Staff Assistant, Public Health Ava Michler spoke with Matt Pang and Jeannette Quintero about the Department of Public Defense’s (DPD) new outreach initiatives for recruiting prospective applicants and a cohort model for new hires. Their recruitment initiatives resulted in a dramatic increase in the number of successful applicants. Outreach is a collaborative process across DPD teams, where they actively use continuous improvement strategies, metric tracking, and innovation to find and hire lawyers that align with their mission. They are also invested in creating a workplace culture that… Read More