County IT Provider Changing Name to Perspecta
The main provider of IT services to the County will have a new name, beginning June 1: Perspecta. DXC, the current provider, is spinning off its U.S. public sector business, which will then merge with...
View ArticleWhat Do You Like Most About Working at the County?
One of the things that’s given me great heart in my years at the County is hearing how many of you really enjoy working here. I want you to like your job, because, for one, I want you to be happy in...
View ArticlePerkSpot Alert: Summer Travel Discounts
Planning a summer vacation? Save big on travel reservations through PerkSpot. The discount program offers deals on everything from car rentals to cruises. Save up to 65 percent on hotels, up to 35...
View Article5 Tips for Choosing a Dentist
Does the thought of finding a dentist have you gritting your teeth? It doesn’t have to be so stressful. In celebration of Oral Health Month, the County’s dental care provider has shared five tips to...
View ArticleInTouch - Suicide is Preventable and There is Help
Our hearts sank as we heard back-to-back stories last week of two famous people taking their own lives. At the very same time came a troubling new report from the CDC showing suicide rates on the rise...
View ArticleGallery: CSDFEA Celebrates Philippine Independence Day
The County of San Diego Filipino American Employees’ Association (CSDFEA) held a Philippine Independence Day celebration at the County Operations Center Friday, which was full of food, fun and...
View ArticleFoster and Relative Caregiver Families Honored by HHSA
Seventeen foster parents and relative caregivers won awards at the recent Quality Parenting Initiative Caregiver Appreciation banquet. Three hundred foster parent and relative caregiver families were...
View ArticleAmazing Race Results Are In!
You all did amazing! Nearly 800 County employees participated in the Amazing Race at the County Operations Center in April and the results are in! Find the results for Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and...
View ArticleSnap a “Well-fie” and Share!
What is a “Well-fie”? It’s a wellness selfie, and taking one is our Employee Wellness’ Summer Adventure Challenge! Print the Wellness logo and take it with you on your vacation, staycation or other...
View ArticleDon’t Miss Out on the $100 Wellness Incentive
There’s still time to earn your $100 Wellness Incentive! Get a wellness screening, take an online health risk assessment and submit proof of completion by June 30 to earn $100. Employees can choose to...
View ArticleAAACE Hosts Juneteenth Celebration for Employees
The African American Association of County Employees (AAACE) received a proclamation from the Board of Supervisors June 19 to recognize the annual Juneteenth holiday. AAACE also held a Juneteenth...
View ArticleSign up for Text Alerts for County Events!
You have another option to stay up-to-date on everything happening at the County. Sign up to get text messages about Countywide events, Employee Wellness activities and/or professional development...
View ArticleCounty’s Got Talent?
Would you compete in a County’s Got Talent competition? Or would you be more into cheering on your co-workers? We’re trying to gauge interest in an event of that kind for employees. Musicians,...
View ArticleLive Well San Diego 5K Lets You Be an Everyday Hero
The countdown is on to this year’s Live Well San Diego 5K, but the action starts well before race day! To help you get ready for the run, or just increase your physical activity overall, you can...
View ArticleCounty Connection - July 2018
In this month's edition, we teach you how to compost (and tell you where to go to learn even more) and give you some insight to how the County is working to help our population “age well.”
View ArticleHow We Make San Diego a Great Place to Live… and Visit
Summertime in San Diego, and the livin’ is… busy. We get visitors all year round, but summer is the season we’re especially teeming with tourists. While we may not be crazy about the crowds, we know...
View ArticleGovernor Appoints Sheriff Gore to State Board
San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore has been appointed by Gov. Jerry Brown to become one of the 13 members of the Board of State and Community Corrections. The independent agency was created in 2012....
View ArticlePerkSpot Alert: Deals for Adventure Seekers
These PerkSpot deals for County employees are sure to get your adrenaline pumping this summer! Feel like you’re floating on air with 25 percent off at iFLY Indoor Skydiving facilities in Mission...
View ArticleGet the 2019 Holiday and Payday Calendar
Plan for next year! Download the 2019 calendar with pay days, paid holidays and pay period divider. It is also available on the Department of Human Resources' InSite page under "Top Documents."
View ArticleTips for Filing Flexible Spending Account Claims
Filing a flexible spending and health reimbursement claim can be easy. Staff in the Department of Human Resources’ Benefits Division provided some tips and tricks to avoid issues with claims for...
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