The City of San Diego

This #Thanksgiving season, we're giving thanks to the volunteers who serve on the City of San Diego Boards and Commissions. We are grateful for your time and service. ?? If you are interested in volunteering, visit onboard.sandiego.gov for a complete list of opportunities. #grateful #volunteer

Looking for an exciting career opportunity? The City of San Diego offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and career growth. ???? Don't wait, apply today. Safety Officer: https://lnkd.in/gKM-dd4c Senior Compliance Officer: https://lnkd.in/gkbFACTZ Structural Engineering Associate: https://lnkd.in/gne84NSP Supervising Hazardous Materials Inspector: https://lnkd.in/g6RWfBqa

?? Hats off to the City Planning Department for taking home the Sustainable Growth Award at the 2024 Circulate San Diego Momentum Awards! ???? The Momentum Awards recognize people and projects in the San Diego region that are creating excellent mobility choices and vibrant, healthy neighborhoods. The Planning Department received the Sustainable Growth Award in recognition of three separate projects: the Blueprint SD Initiative, the Hillcrest Focused Plan Amendment and the University Community Plan Update. These projects provide frameworks that guide neighborhood growth and development and help the City reach its equity, climate and housing goals. ???? Congrats to City Planning on this outstanding achievement!? #SanDiego

As part of an ongoing effort to recruit and retain a skilled workforce, the City of San Diego is adding new educational opportunities for its employees to further their career growth and development. Today the San Diego City Council approved agreements with National University, San Diego College of Continuing Education, University of California San Diego Division of Extended Studies, and the University of California San Diego Rady School of Management to be the Official Employee Education Program Partners of the City of San Diego.? ? These partnerships will provide City employees with free and discounted tuition and educational scholarships during the 5-year contract term – and come at no cost to the City of San Diego: https://lnkd.in/gpRQFHvB #SanDiego

Have you met IKE? It’s the first Interactive Kiosk Experience (IKE) to launch in Downtown San Diego at the corner of Fourth Ave. and B Street. The kiosk is here to help you with directions, restaurant recommendations and more. Additional kiosks will be installed over the next two years within the following areas of Downtown San Diego: City Center, Columbia District, Marina District, East Village, Cortez and the Convention Center District.

??Congratulations to the San Diego Regional Cyber Lab on winning the Public Sector Innovator of the Year Award in the San Diego Business Journal 2024 Cybersecurity Stewardship Awards! ?? This year’s award recognizes the Cyber Lab’s My eCISO tool – a free AI chatbot designed to help organizations assess and enhance their cybersecurity practices: https://lnkd.in/geJg_N3U #CybersecurityAwareness #SanDiego

Paving the Road to Success! ?? Our Transportation Department recently launched a hands-on training program designed to empower employees to advance their careers. Guided by experienced personnel, participants gain valuable skills and practical experience, preparing them for the next step in their careers. ?? Congratulations to the 20 employees who successfully completed the program! Here’s to building brighter futures, one road at a time. Discover our commitment to growth and opportunity: https://lnkd.in/gqv-wxBT opportunity-city-workers #BuildingYourFuture

The City’s Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport has become the first public airport in San Diego County to offer unleaded aviation fuel to aircraft owners. Leaded aviation fuel raises concerns for community members and pilots due to the potential harms of lead exposure. As a leader in climate action, the City recognizes the need for more environmentally friendly fuel options and is proud to now offer this new option to aircraft owners! ???

Did you know San Diego is the most biologically rich county in the continental United States? City staff is committed to preserving the area’s habitat and open space and protecting our species and ecosystems, all of which improve our quality of life. Watch this new special, San Diego: America’s Wildest City, by PBS to get a closer look at the beautiful wildlife and species we work to protect: https://lnkd.in/gnZ4x6y4 #BiodiverseSD

The City of San Diego received a national honor from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC): the 2024 Qualification-Based Selection (QBS) Award for the State or Local Government Sector. ?? This award recognizes agencies for their exemplary use of QBS methods for procuring engineering services for infrastructure projects. This is the second major QBS award received this year. In April, the City received the QBS Champion Award at the state level from American Council of Engineering Companies of California (ACEC California) As part of the national award, Elif Cetin, Acting Director of Engineering and Capital Projects, and Claudia Abarca, Director of Purchasing and Contracting, were featured on ACEC's Engineering Influence podcast to share insights on the City's QBS journey. Discover: ?? How prioritizing qualifications over price elevates project success and quality ?? The rigorous selection process focused on expertise, team skills, and community understanding ?? Opportunities for local small businesses to shine in city projects, fostering community growth and partnerships Tune in to learn how San Diego’s QBS approach continues to drive meaningful, high-quality improvements across the city’s infrastructure. ???? ?? Don’t miss it! #SanDiego