City of Seattle

The Seattle Police Department is looking for people just like you to be a part of the next generation of law enforcement! We’re ONE Seattle. SEA The Opportunities, SEA The Future, SEA Yourself. Entry-level salaries start at $103k and lateral salaries start at $116k plus bonuses. Apply now! www.spdjobs.com

Mayor Harrell Joins Seattle Fire Department to Kick-off Application Window for Firefighter/EMT Positions Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Seattle Fire Chief Harold Scoggins and Seattle Fire Fighters Union Local 27 President Kenny Stuart on Oct. 9 to announce the open application window for the City’s firefighter/EMT positions. The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) opens its application window once every two years for just under two months, which is the only window of time for prospective candidates to apply to be in the hiring process. The application period opened on Oct. 4 and closes on Nov. 29. With the Mayor’s proposed budget, the SFD anticipates hiring up to 80 firefighter/EMTs over the next year to serve as uniformed members of the department. More information is linked below! #firefighter #firefighters #firedepartment #seattle #cityofseattle #ems #emt https://lnkd.in/g-KCCQm6

Exciting news for Seattle's music community! ?? The Seattle City Council passed groundbreaking legislation prioritizing parking for musicians and their crews at live music venues! ???? The new law will support our vibrant music scene with Music Venue Zone Permits and designated "Music Venue Zones"! The permits create up to three spaces per venue and will allow for convenient parking and loading around the clock, every day of the week, while displaying a valid permit. ???? The Music Venue Zones aims to support artists and their crews by making it easier for artists to perform and thrive, and to support music venues which will enhance our vibrant music scene and boost economic development. ? Proud to be part of this collaboration with the Seattle Department of Transportation and the Seattle Music Commission to transform the parking and loading experience for our city's venues and musicians! From feedback to action, the Music Venue Zone Permit program is a game-changer in supporting our music scene. Learn more about the legislation: https://lnkd.in/g9WDc-cb #SeattleMusicScene #MusicVenueZonePermit

Prepare for a spook-tacular season! This October, we're bringing a host of exciting Halloween festivities across the city for everyone—little ones, teens, and families alike. Check out our lineup of events, organized by date. Some may need you to sign up ahead of time. Reach out to your local community center or visit our the link below for details. https://lnkd.in/gEiWQZAv

City of Seattle to become first in nation with fire department EMTs administering buprenorphine medication in the field The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) is expanding its Buprenorphine Pilot Program and Seattle will be the first city in the nation with a program for firefighters/emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to administer the medicine in the field. SFD paramedics began administering the drug?earlier this year, and now an initial group of firefighter/EMTs will be trained as well. This will expand the City’s capacity to provide this potentially life-saving medicine to patients who are actively experiencing severe opioid withdrawal. https://lnkd.in/ghBRsVNf

The Capacity team at Seattle Office of Economic Development is hiring one more Community Development Specialist!! #jobs #seattle #economicdevelopment

?? ?? Renowned Irish novelist Paul Lynch is speaking TOMORROW night at the Central Library about his 2023 Booker Prize winning book "Prophet Song," which spins a terrifying, suspenseful vision of an Ireland careening towards authoritarianism. There are still tickets (free, of course) at this link: https://lnkd.in/gBTuZqEV Check out the other amazing authors headlining the Library this fall, from an election preview live podcast taping of "Text Me Back!" with Lindy West to a series on "Midlife: Private Parts in Public" curated by Angela Garbes and featuring a stellar roster of Seattle-area writers and thinkers. https://lnkd.in/gTmGutHa

In this week's #SeattleCitySpotLight, get to know Senior Training and Education Specialist Christina Zaccagnino! Learn about her role in supporting internal training programs, her hidden talent, and her top advice on taking risks and navigating career transitions. Check out the full Q&A here: https://lnkd.in/gUTtij34

The Seattle Police Department is seeking a Police Recruiter to join our team! In this role, you’ll develop programs to attract dedicated candidates, plan engaging recruitment events, and partner with colleges to ensure applicants feel informed and supported throughout the hiring process. Your work will be essential in helping us hire officers who are committed to serving our community. If you’re ready to inspire and support those interested in this rewarding career, we invite you to apply! More information is linked below! https://lnkd.in/gBEqEk29 #OneSeattle #HR #Recruiting #Recruiter #Seattle #CityofSeattle

City of Seattle and King County Approve New Agreement to Streamline Governance Structure of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority Following votes from the Seattle City Council and King County Council, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and King County Executive Dow Constantine will sign a revised interlocal agreement (ILA) to streamline the governance structure of the?King County Regional Homelessness Authority?(KCRHA). The?amended ILA?reaffirms the City and County’s commitment to a regional approach to address homelessness and creates a single oversight board to improve the agency’s coordination, accountability, and transparency.?t “The homelessness crisis doesn’t start or stop at the borders of any one city, and we need meaningful regional collaboration to bring more people inside to safe, stable housing with the services they need to get well,”?said Mayor Harrell.?“This new ILA builds on the important lessons learned from the first three years of KCRHA’s operations to improve efficiency and accountability in decision making, strengthening the agency’s capacity to deliver real results that reduce homelessness and improve lives. Working together with Dr. Kinnison and partners throughout King County, we will continue to act with a sense of urgency and compassion to help people in need in Seattle and across our region.” https://lnkd.in/gcAbCKFU