Take the County of San Diego IT Customer Satisfaction Survey
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The survey is open through April 15.
New Assistant District Attorney Appointed
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Chief Deputy District Attorney Dwain Woodley was appointed Assistant District Attorney, making him the first African American to hold the number two spot in the DA’s Office.
Woodley takes over for ADA David Greenberg, who retired in March.
Earn Your $100 Wellness Incentive
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Complete your 2021 biometric screening to qualify for the $100 employee wellness incentive.
The new and improved program allows you to complete your screening in the comfort and safety of your own home.
Plus, find program links:
Ethics Rewind
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Did you miss the Ethics Awareness Month virtual events in March? Don’t worry – you can watch the archives. After all, it’s always a good time to choose ethics.
Watch Chair Nathan Fletcher, Vice Chair Nora Vargas and Supervisor Jim Desmond speak about their commitment to ethics and the County.
To learn more, visit the Office of Ethics and Compliance on InSite.
Recognizing Trans Day of Visibility
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The County Administration Center was lit in light blue, light pink and white on Wednesday for International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Video: Can You Try Too Hard to Be Fair?
/Have you ever been scared about looking biased when interacting with others? Watch this 5 minute video to learn about intergroup anxiety, the ambiguous feelings of discomfort or anxiety when interacting with members of other groups.
New Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Provisions for COVID-19
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A new state bill now provides you with an additional form of sick leave if you are unable to work because of a qualifying reason related to COVID-19.
Employees can take 80 hours of Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL), retroactively to Jan. 1, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2021. It applies to in-person work or telework.
The new SPSL provisions provide expanded benefits for covered employees over the Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) and FML-Public Health Emergency Leave (PHE) established by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
The new SPSL is paid at the employee’s regular rate of pay, not to exceed the $511 per day/$5,110 total. It can also be used to cover the event if an employee gets sick after getting a COVID-19 vaccination. Any paid leaves that are retroactively converted to SPSL will be restored to an employee’s leave balances.
In addition, if employees used their 80 hours of leave under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) and/or FML-Public Health Emergency Leave (PHE) in 2020, they are still eligible to use 80 hours of SPSL benefits between Jan. 1, 2021 and Sept. 30, 2021.
Your departmental human resources officer or departmental payroll staff can provide more information and process your request to apply for the SPSL benefits.
Here’s a link to frequently asked questions for more information.
Meet CSDFEA's 2021 SHEROES!
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In celebration of Women's History Month, the County of San Diego Filipino American Employee Association (CSDFEA) is showcasing the personal SHEROES of County of San Diego employees.
Meet 30+ amazing women in CSDFEA's first SHERO edition.
The employee resource group thanked everyone that submitted a SHERO and stated “it is an honor for CSDFEA to shine a light on the women who have inspired you in your journey.”
(Click on the image or link above to learn above to learn about each of the SHEROES.)
Rebuilding After a Financial Crisis
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Please join the LGBTQ&A Employee Resource Group and SD County Credit Union for a free financial seminar–Rebuilding after a Financial Crisis— at noon on April 6.
There are many things in life that can derail even the best money management plans, such as unexpected car or home repairs or illness. When in crisis mode, most people just take things day by day, hoping to get by. Join your SDCCU representative for an informative online session on how to get your finances back on track.
Please register for Rebuilding After a Financial Crisis. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Get to Know VALOR President Rea Alvarez
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The County has 10 great Employee Resource Groups (ERG). They are each led by respective presidents who all demonstrate commitment and stewardship of its members to the various sectors of our community.
Get to know our VALOR ERG President Rea Alvarez, an administrative analyst II with Aging & Independence Services:
Q: How long have you worked for the County and what departments have you worked for?
A: Twenty-nine years employed with the County of San Diego, with the first three years as a student worker.
I’ve worked in the following departments:
Department of Public Works
Department of Social Services (prior to the County merging with other departments to form HHSA)
Marshall’s Office (prior to the County merging with the Sheriff’s Department)
Department of General Services
Office of the District Attorney
Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk’s Office
Registrar of Voters (seasonal) and
Health and Human Services Agency
Q: What do you do in your role/what are your job responsibilities?
A: I’m currently temporarily assigned with the Medical Operations Center (MOC), providing logistic procurement and support to the COVID-19 Response.
Q: What are three words that best describe you?
A: Loyal, Fair, Accountable
Q: What do you do in your free time?
A: Any free time I get, I try to spend with my family and loved ones first, even if it means volunteering to coach a sports team, chaperone a field trip, organize a fundraising event, or do service work within the community and church. Other than that, staying home and watching Netflix to catch up on missed seasons of certain shows, is what I would do in my free time.
Q: Tell us about your ERG.
A: Every member in VALOR is either currently serving in the military, a veteran, a dependent, or someone who is very supportive of the VALOR ERG. We are a group of individuals with personal bravery. We support organization and individual growth through a network of colleagues leveraging a collective range of skills, talents, and diverse perspectives while being a resource to veterans and the County of San Diego.
Q: Why are ERGs important?
A: The ERGs are important because it serves as a “resource” for all employees and their families. It is important to network, meet, and get to know other employees from other parts of the County of San Diego organization.
Q: What is your favorite part of being a member of your ERG?
A: My favorite part of being a member of VALOR is the camaraderie. It is the spirit of good friendship where we leave the discussion of work strictly back at the office.
Q: What are some resources that you find useful and recommend to others?
A: During my employment with the County, I always like to improve and enhance my professional growth. I encourage new hires and existing employees to utilize the Learning Management System by keeping up with the latest trainings, taking refresher trainings or going through the hyperlinks on InSite for information you did not know existed.
For military/veteran related sources, I recommend the Office of Military & Veterans Affairs. This Office is headquartered in the County Operations Center spearheaded by one of VALOR’s Executive Advisor, Wilfred Quintong. For more detailed information about their services, please click HERE.
Q: Who can participate in your ERG and how can employees join?
A: VALOR welcomes EVERYONE! For more questions or how you can be involved, please email your interest to valor@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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