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| August 2019 |
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Regional Intern Learning ForumsHuman Resources hosted two Regional Intern Learning Forums that brought together 110 interns from 16 agencies across San Mateo County and Santa Clara County. Interns had an opportunity to connect with peers as they worked with professional partners to develop important skills. The first session, held at the Valley Transportation Authority, was focused on “Landing the Job”. Interns had their resumes reviewed and practiced interviewing with HR professionals and program managers from various organizations. In the second session, “Leveling Up”, professional partners facilitated insightful discussions with interns around topics... |
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| July 2019 |
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Intern Welcome/Kick-OffOn June 20th, the Human Resources Department hosted the 2019 Summer “Intern Welcome” event at the San Mateo Credit Union in Redwood City. The day was filled with guest speakers from Human Resources, the Office of Sustainability, and Deputy County Manager Iliana Rodriguez. During the welcome, interns learned how to optimize their internship experience, the benefits of networking, the different types of County social media platforms such as Yammer, and the advantages of the County’s Commute Alternatives Program. |
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Wellness FairsThe 2nd Annual Wellness Fairs, which focused on educational and interactive engagement to celebrate the County’s commitment to the well-being of employees, were held in June and attended by 400 employees. The carnival day theme events were held in Redwood City, San Mateo, and South San Francisco. During the events, employees learned about food & nutrition, physical activity & movement, and mental & emotional well-being. |
| July 2019 |
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Benefits Changes – State Disability InsuranceStarting January 1, 2020, Management, Attorney and Confidential employees will be eligible for State Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave, which offers six weeks of wage replacement for employees to care for a seriously ill family member, or to bond with a new child entering the family by birth, adoption, or foster care placement. The change supports our mission to be an employer of choice by streamlining benefits for most employees and creates a culture that allows employees to... |
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HR Professional DayHuman Resources Department celebrated Administrative Professionals Day Recognition Ceremony with lunch and team building activities at Mezes park. Our Admin Professionals team was recognized for their hard work, commitment to our customers, supporting HR services and being the heart of our department. |
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Public Sector Supervisor AcademyOn February 12th, seven County employees graduated from the Regional Training Consortium’s Public Sector Supervisor Academy. This eight-session Academy is designed for public sector supervisors seeking to develop their... |
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| February 2019 |
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NEW Wellness Portal & Wellness Dividend ProgramEmployee Wellness is encouraging employees to focus on their individual interests and needs with a more personalized approach to the Wellness Dividend Program. County and Court employees who complete an Online Health Assessment and 3 different Wellness Elective Activities by June 30, 2019 will receive a taxed $250 Wellness Dividend in one lump-sum payment on their November 8 paycheck. Participants can learn more about the program on the new Wellness SharePoint Site and complete the activities on the new... |
| February 2019 |
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Annual Employee Bowling TournamentOn January 26, Employee Wellness held the Annual Employee Bowling Tournament at Classic Bowl in Daly City. A total of 41 teams participated in an engaging afternoon of bowling, networking, and camaraderie. A live DJ and festive photo booth inspired participants to sing and show off their best ‘90s attire and dance moves for the tournament’s “Back to the ‘90s” theme. Costumes were judged by County leadership with Da.M.M.M Rugrats (Human Services Agency) voted as the Best Dressed Team, and David Goodwin (Public Works) winning Best Dressed Individual. A special thank you to... |
| February 2019 |
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National Fun at Work DayIn honor of National Fun at Work Day, the Employee Engagement and Wellness Committees teamed up to motivate employees throughout the County to have a fun day at work. Employees were encouraged to wear silly attire and/or connect through fun games/activities. We spend a lot of time engaging through our work, and this was a great reminder on the importance of maintaining a healthy balance by incorporating fun, creativity, and laughter into the work day. Employees were encouraged to post photos of their silly wear and activities on Yammer,... |
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| February 2019 |
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Jobs for Youth Summer Internships - Now Accepting ApplicationsAre you ready to apply for a fabulous County of San Mateo Jobs for Youth Summer Internship? We are accepting applications! https://hr.smcgov.org/sjfy
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