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TLC Adult Family Home – Recommendation: My Mother, age 100, has been living at TLC Adult Family Home (AFH) in West Seattle for three years. If you are looking for or thinking about an AFH for your loved one, I highly recommend TLC. Mom has severe dementia and is bedridden and TLC has taken excellent care of her. She continues to thrive and is well-cared for and stable, both physically and mentally. If you’d like additional information about TLC, please contact Toni Malla, the owner/proprietor: (206) 932-5711; tcmalla@msn.com.
TITLE: Technical Director
STATUS: Full-Time Exempt
SALARY: $53,000
REPORTS TO: Artistic Director
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 18, 2022
ABOUT ARTSWEST
ArtsWest’s mission is to produce artistic events that provoke conversation, incite the imagination, and use live theater as a powerful agent of change. We value our community and staff not just for the work they do, but for all that makes them who they are. We recognize that identity contains multitudes and is fluid, intersectional, and at the heart of how the individual creates.
Whether an employee fulfills an administrative, creative or public-facing role, we consider our entire team to be artists in their own right. We are a small, but nimble team that allows for collaboration and much self-directed work, centering relational work over transactional processes. We seek to find individuals who are dedicated to the mission of the organization, embrace anti-racist and anti-oppressive values, and understand the privilege and responsibility that we hold together as theater producers.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Technical Director is chiefly responsible for the execution and supervision of all scenic, sound, electrical, lighting and special effects elements used in the theater productions, through their own work and the organization and management of both paid and volunteer crews. They work with the Production Manager to ensure that builds and technical rehearsals come in on budget and in a timely fashion. They are responsible for the procurement and inventory of production materials and supervising or executing the rental and driving of moving trucks. Other responsibilities include overseeing facility & equipment rentals, supervising/assisting with Gallery installs/de-installs, supporting leadership in reviewing production calendars and budgets, and serving as chief safety officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Theatre Production
· Acts as liaison with scenic, lighting, and sound designers, in consultation with the Production Manager and Artistic Director, in determining the technical and budgetary feasibility of design elements, suggesting design changes where appropriate. Supplies technical information, construction drawings and budget estimates for seasonal projections as requested.
· Determines construction methods, schedules, materials, and mechanics for the scenic, lighting, and sound design of all productions and ancillary events, providing accurate estimates to leadership.
· With the Production Manager, ensures budgetary control of materials and labor for all productions and assigned projects.
· Supervises and executes, acting as shop foreman and master carpenter, the build, maintenance and strike of each set adhering to an outlined schedule. Insures proper functioning and safety of all design elements. Acts as liaison between the scenic charge artist and designer, ensuring adherence to the design.
· Supports the rehearsal process by ensuring a safe/clean space, taping out the ground plan, facilitating rehearsal props and furniture, and responding to rehearsal notes. Attends all production meetings.
· During technical rehearsals is responsible for ensuring all production equipment and design elements are ready by the top of tech, that the space is clean and safe. With the Production Manager, supervises timely response to designer and director scenic, lighting, prop and sound notes and implements adjustments during technical rehearsals and previews. Attends all tech huddles.
· Supervises safety and maintenance of the scene shop, stage, and all shop and stage equipment, including lighting and sound.
Facilities
· Assists the visual artists with the Gallery exhibitions by maintaining lighting and clean wall preparation, and by scheduling and assisting with installation and de-installation.
· Performs building maintenance on an as needed basis, including but is not limited to: roof inspections/gutter cleaning, inspecting the building for sump pump or water leakage, maintaining clean and organized storage of lighting and sound inventory, clean, detritus-free hallways, lighting in the public and production spaces, and ensuring the safety of door alarms and locks.
· Maintains a clean and well-organized shop and assists the Production Manager in ensuring all production spaces are kept clean and organized.
· Supports Marketing by hanging banners, adjusting exterior lighting, organizing the staff holiday decorating, etc.
· With the Relationship Manager and Volunteer Coordinator, organizes and oversees volunteer work parties to assist in the clean-up of public, admin and production spaces in the building.
· Operates and maintains an organized, clean and safe offsite furniture storage location.
Safety
· With the assistance of the Managing Director, maintains and instructs on safety and emergency plans including fire, active-shooter, earthquake, and others.
· Oversees the maintenance of First Aid kits, emergency lighting, and ensures testing of fire extinguishers and other building mandated requirements.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND/OR KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED
· At least four years experience in theatrical construction or its equivalent.
· At least two years of technical supervisory experience.
· Demonstrated ability in a majority of the following skills: carpenter, welder, draftsman, lighting, audio and video theater technician, working knowledge of rigging, pneumatics, mechanical leverage, circuit mapping and limitations, basic wiring.
· Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative and respectful team member and maintain a positive outlook under tight deadlines and challenging situations.
· Leadership skills in directing both paid and volunteer crews to keep the flow of work moving forward with efficiency and productivity.
· Experience preparing build/project calendars and executing designs on time and within the financial parameters set.
· Detail-oriented with excellent project management and problem solving skills.
· Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 70 pounds using appropriate tools.
· A valid WA state driver’s license.
HOURS AND COMPENSATION
The Technical Director is an exempt, full-time position that is compensated at $53,000 annually. ArtsWest offers a 100% employer covered medical/dental/vision package; 2 weeks of vacation per year moving to 3 weeks by year two; 4 days of personal time per year; and follows all City of Seattle and State employment laws regarding sick leave, FMLA leave, etc.
For the work done during daytime hours has flexibility on start and end times each day. Some evening hours on-site are required for the duration of technical rehearsals, and the Technical Director should flex their hours in the following weeks to allow for time off and self-care. Other special evening and weekend events will be known in advance. The majority of the Technical Director’s work will need to be done at ArtsWest, but allowances can be made for some limited remote work.
LOCATION
ArtsWest is located at 4711 California Ave. SW in the heart of West Seattle’s Alaska Junction. There is paid parking behind the building, with free parking available on residential streets within 4 blocks west and south of the theater. King County Metro has a stop for the C Line on the same block as the building.
APPLICATION DETAILS AND DEADLINE
To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter in PDF format, that outlines how your related experience and skills qualify you for the position, to resumes@artswest.org. Applications will be accepted through September 18, 2022. Applications will be reviewed after the posting closes. Interviews will be scheduled in late September with an estimated start date the week of October 3, 2022.
As a historically white-led organization, ArtsWest is committed to operating as an anti-racist institution throughout all of its operations. You can read more about our anti-racist commitments here.
Our policies regarding hiring and employment at ArtsWest are designed to make it clear on all levels of the organization that we honor and value lived experience and the truths of the human beings and the energies and talents they bring to their work. A broad range of lived experiences are welcomed. We invite those whose goal is to create an environment of abundant and creative space, especially for those whose intersecting identities and voices have been historically excluded, marginalized, or erased.
QUESTIONS?
For more information on our mission, values, hiring practices, production practices and more, please visit https://www.artswest.org/about/work-with-us/, and feel free to reach out to Mathew Wright, Artistic Director at matw@artswest.org.
Topic: Production Manager
TITLE: Production Manager
STATUS: Hourly- 30-35 hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $24-$28 an hour
REPORTS TO: Artistic Director
APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 18, 2022
ABOUT ARTSWEST
ArtsWest’s mission is to produce artistic events that provoke conversation, incite the imagination, and use live theater as a powerful agent of change. We value our community and staff not just for the work they do, but for all that makes them who they are. We recognize that identity contains multitudes and is fluid, intersectional, and at the heart of how the individual creates.
Whether an employee fulfills an administrative, creative or public-facing role, we consider our entire team to be artists in their own right. We are a small, but nimble team that allows for collaboration and much self-directed work, centering relational work over transactional processes. We seek to find individuals who are dedicated to the mission of the organization, embrace anti-racist and anti-oppressive values, and understand the privilege and responsibility that we hold together as theater producers.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Production Manager fills a critical role in the planning, execution, and production of artistic programming at ArtsWest. This includes contracting artists, helping to manage schedules and project deadlines (including special events), keeping creative teams and artists informed and engaged, and managing production spaces. The Production Manager works closely with the creative teams, the Artistic and Managing Directors, the Technical Director and interfaces with other departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
· In conjunction with the Artistic Director and Technical Director, help identify and hire creative teams, run crew, and any further technical assistants for each production.
· Make offers to designers, crew, musicians, and over-hires, adhering to ArtsWest’s policies, theatre needs and legal defensibility requirements. Ensure that contracts and hiring materials are executed properly.
· Develop, communicate, and maintain production schedules and calendars for the creative teams as well as ArtsWest leadership and staff. Ensure that deadlines and milestones are adhered to, that each project is moving towards completion in an efficient manner, and that lines of communication are in place across departments.
· Ensure that production projects come in on or under budget by accurately tracking budgets and receipts and by facilitating and maintaining close communication across departments and with the Company Administrator.
· Coordinate and lead production meetings and First Rehearsals.
· Track rehearsal and performance reports for production projects and ensure that departmental notes get executed in a timely manner.
· In conjunction with the Artistic Director and Relationship Manager, help schedule and oversee auditions and callbacks as needed.
· Serve as a mentor as needed to new stage managers.
· Serve as a key ambassador to technical artists working for ArtsWest: provide a welcome, inviting and clean home through great communication, effective scheduling, and management and upkeep of all production spaces.
· Communicate, coordinate and support accessibility needs for production artists, including building access, internet access, and physical, mental, and emotional access needs.
· Coordinate production elements and production logistics of audience engagement and ancillary events including: talkbacks, panels, special workshops, pre and post-show events, industry nights, and season opening events.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND/OR KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED
· Experience working with mixed teams of creatives with varying needs, skillsets, and working styles.
· Proven ability to organize and execute events.
· The ability to follow through on transforming ideas and potential into results.
· Demonstrated ability to independently organize and prioritize workload; manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
· Excellent written and verbal skills.
· Excellent computer skills. Experience with Excel is a must.
· Ability to work in a team environment, remaining calm with multiple demands, with a sense of humor and energy.
· A desire to work at ArtsWest as a contributing and collaborative team player.
· Stage management or technical experience a plus!
HOURS AND COMPENSATION
The Production Manager is an hourly position working on average 30 hours a week at $24-$28 an hour with 2 weeks of vacation per year and 100% employer covered medical/dental/vision package. ArtsWest follows all City of Seattle and State employment laws regarding sick leave, FMLA leave, etc.
The majority of this work is done during day-time hours, with flexibility on start and end times each day. The Production Manager will need to be on-site for First Day and a portion of technical rehearsals, flexing their hours in the following weeks to allow for time off and self-care. Other special evening and weekend events will be known in advance. A significant portion of the Production Manager’s work will need to be done at ArtsWest, but some remote work is possible.
LOCATION
ArtsWest is located at 4711 California Ave. SW in the heart of West Seattle’s Alaska Junction. There is paid parking behind the building, with free parking available on residential streets within 4 blocks west and south of the theater. King County Metro has a stop for the C Line on the same block as the building.
Our front doors are at ground level and back doors are accessible via ramp or stairs. ArtsWest has an elevator to our second floor offices.
APPLICATION DETAILS AND DEADLINE
To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter in PDF format, that outlines how your related experience and skills qualify you for the position, to resumes@artswest.org. Applications will be accepted through September 18, 2022. Applications will be reviewed after the posting closes. Interviews will be scheduled in late September with an estimated start the week of October 3, 2022.
As a historically white-led organization, ArtsWest is committed to operating as an anti-racist institution throughout all of its operations. You can read more about our anti-racist commitments here.
Our policies regarding hiring and employment at ArtsWest are designed to make it clear on all levels of the organization that we honor and value lived experience and the truths of the human beings and the energies and talents they bring to their work. A broad range of lived experiences are welcomed. We invite those whose goal is to create an environment of abundant and creative space, especially for those whose intersecting identities and voices have been historically excluded, marginalized, or erased.
QUESTIONS?
For more information on our mission, values, hiring practices, production practices and more, please visit https://www.artswest.org/about/work-with-us/, and feel free to reach out to Mathew Wright, Artistic Director at matw@artswest.org.
Topic: QFC Theft policy.
Tuesday afternoon I watched a young black man stuff 2 large ground round meat packages in his backpack in the middle isle of store. I walked up to front of store and alerted the woman at the self checkout that this man was stealing products in his backpack as he passed and went out the exit door of store. She said “OK”. I guess that’s become the policy at most stores. I pay for my purchases while anyone who doesn’t feel like it can just walk out without any consequences. I suspect QFT will probably consider closing that location due to theft and those that pay will have to travel elsewhere. What a world.
Available Now: Full-time position for OFFICE AND LEGAL ASSISTANT at a busy and growing law firm. Areas of practice include estate planning, probate, elder law, real estate, and general business.
Our firm is located on California Avenue in West Seattle. The OFFICE AND LEGAL ASSISTANT will join a current team of four attorneys and two support staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience in an office setting
• Ability to multi-task, and employ exceptional organization skills, with a keen focus on details
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and Adobe Reader, and open to learning other tools
• Ability to maintain professionalism in communication and interaction with staff and clients, with patience, respect, grace, and empathy
• Comfort with writing and use of proper grammar
• Commitment to preserving client privacy and confidentiality, complying with the rules of professional conduct, and facilitating all necessary to maintain security in company operations.
• Bachelor of Art Degree or Associate Degree
• General understanding of information technology and social media
• Experience with case or other scheduling management software highly desirable
• Comfort taking initiative in identifying and completing necessary tasks
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and willingness to take preventive measures as requested
Primary duties:
The position of OFFICE AND LEGAL ASSISTANT requires the ability and willingness to be flexible and efficient in busy times, and to work independently in slower times.
The OLA is the first point of contact, in person and by phone, with clients. This position additionally manages scheduling, client intake, invoicing, client and business files, building issues, and other duties as assigned including filing documents for state and court, managing documents for county recording, and more. Position allows opportunity for growth.
Regular business hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, M-F. Position offers Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and participation in retirement plan when eligible. This position requires in office presence.
Salary is paid twice per month.
Please send your resumé and a one-page cover letter or letter of interest to: info@westseattlelaw.com with “OFFICE AND LEGAL ASSISTANT” in the subject line.
We look forward to hearing from you.Topic: Beach Dr park maintenance
Seems that the small parks along Beach Drive up to the Lighthouse don’t seem to get much attention from the Seattle Parks Dept. Even when they do show up to do some mowing or weeding they seem to leave it in worse condition than it was.
6 weeks ago they cleaned out underbrush along the promenade park area from 63rd Ave SW to the west on Beach Drive. I guess they didn’t understand that the wild roses that have grown there for years required little maintenance and were drought resistant. They removed most of the wild roses and left dead grass and a 4’ high by 3’ circumference patch of blackberries. Further along they continue to allow weeds to flourish overrunning the sidewalk. Edging is apparently not in the Parks maintenance books on how to beautify a neighborhood.
A stack of underbrush has sat undisturbed for 4 weeks. Watering or rather lack of it, has created a combustable source of fuel.
The person that is in charge of overseeing this area has an office in Lincoln Park, but no phone number or email to contact her. Anyone know how to produce a little more competence in these employees to have some pride in their finished product?
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We just moved to West Seattle and we have a large number of moving and storage boxes of various sizes. Its a shame to simply throw them out and they are free to anyone who needs them. Let me know if you are interested.
Job description
Bee’s Plumbing and Heating has rapidly grown in size since its inception and is looking for a Part Time to Full Time Dispatch/CSR professional who wants to continue growing with the company. We currently have 50 employees and are looking to add to the team. We offer full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family once full time hours are established. Bee’s Plumbing and Heating also provides paid vacation and a great retirement program with a company provided match for all full and part time employees.THE COMPANY:
At Bee’s Plumbing, each day will be fresh and exciting. You will have the opportunity to work on many different types of fun and exhilarating projects. The owners have combined industry experience of over 30 years. They have a passion of creating a fun and productive work environment.THE POSITION:
We’re looking for a trustworthy and reliable Dispatch Manger to add to the team. Ideally someone who can start part time and move into a full time roll. Salary will be very competitive and will be based on prior experience. Full medical, dental, and vision after full time hours are established. Plus a full retirement program for all employees. Driver’s license, drug test, and background checks are required.THE SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday our office is open 7am-8pm
Saturday: Approx. 8am-8pm
Sundays: Approx. 8am-8pmWe are looking for someone who is able to start about 20 hours plus additional hours as needed and grow into a full time position. We need someone who has a very flexible schedule.
REQUIREMENTS:
MUST have prior dispatching and scheduling experience
MUST have steady and long term job history
MUST have strong ability to multitask
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word
Excellent written and verbal skills
Exercise good judgment with clients
Self-Motivated
Detail oriented
QuickBooks and/or ServiceTitan Experience would be beneficial
DUTIES:Dispatching
Scheduling
Answering Multi Phone Lines and provide excellent customer service
Calculating Payroll Hours
Invoicing and Deposits
Running Credit Cards
Opening and/or Closing Office
General office duties – filing, copying, etc.
This position will also provide administrative and personal assistant support to the owners and other managers
A/P assistance
A/R assistance
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
-Top Pay
-Local West Seattle Company
-Internal Growth
-Great Benefits and Vacation Pay
-Small Family Run BusinessCHECK US OUT ONLINE:
https://www.yelp.com/biz/bees-plumbing-and-heating-seattle-2
http://www.beesplumbingandheating.com
https://g.co/kgs/fte1H7Please Email Resumes to the Link Provided!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $23.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:Seattle, WA 98136: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:Dispatching: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One locationTopic: Bike Mechanic wanted!
We are hiring for a Bike Mechanic!
Alki Bike and Board is West Seattle’s oldest and friendliest bike shop and we are hiring a new team member for the repair department.Work requirements include: 2+ years of Mechanic work, Knowledge of timely customer service in bicycle repair, based on a bike tune up procedure. Knowledge of techniques in brake adjustments, derailleur adjustments, wheel truing and bicycle safety concerns. Knowledge of bicycle tools and the proper use of. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Some typing skills for work order entry and service writing, also required.
Personal requirements: A positive attitude with analytical skills for problem solving. An ability to learn from seasoned mechanics and adopt standard procedures. Good communications skills with a knowledge of how important it is to keep customers informed regarding repair estimates, repair status and repair delays. Preference will be given to active cyclists who use their bike on a everyday basis. An ability to enjoy a work day and the time spent with co-workers and customers.
Please reply with a resume by email or in person.
Alki Bike and Board, 2606 California Ave. S. W. in West Seattle.Cool stuff!
3923 SW Elmgrove St.
Variety of kitchen items, framed art, vases, steamers, containers, dishes, camping chairs, planters, birdbath, outdoor umbrellas, furniture, shelves, meat smoker, etc.
Starts early 7am-1pm
This Saturday AND Sunday!Large, Multi-Home Garage Sale!
⁃ Saturday and Sunday, September 3 & 4, starting at 9am -2pm
⁃ Located on 9243 and 9247 12th Ave SW (near White Center), between Cambridge and Barton StreetsLarge sale across multiple households, with a diverse set of items for sale. High quality items ranging from large to small. Items for sale include:
⁃ Furniture (5 piece solid oak queen bed set, dressers, tables, shelves, chairs, lamps, etc.)
⁃ Home decor
⁃ Electronics (including TVs, tablets, keyboards etc.)
⁃ Large quantity of kitchen items, including some small appliances (Kitchen aid mixers, Roomba vacuum, Breadmaker, Microwave etc.
⁃ Women’s clothing (sizes S-M) and women’s shoes (sizes 6-7.5)Will accept cash or Venmo!
Topic: Bridge
Will the bridge have same off ramps as before: to 99 & the one that went under Spokane street and toward 1st Ave?
Topic: Chemistry Tutor
The Tutoring Center at South Seattle College is currently looking for college-level general chemistry tutors. If you think you’re a good fit for this position, please apply now to start in October.
Job Description
Salary: $17.27 per hour
Job Type: Hourly (up to 16 hours per week)
The Tutoring Center at South Seattle College is looking for knowledgeable and highly motivated tutors with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Duties
Communicate respectfully and work productively with students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Exhibit a welcoming, open and flexible attitude
Model and promote effective learning methods
Facilitate deeper comprehension of subject matter among tutees
Demonstrate alternative methods of completing work
Attend tutor-training workshops and complete online tutor trainingsQualifications
Student-applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or above in subject areas they wish to tutor.
Non-student applicants must attach a resume with the Tutor Application form.
Applicants must have effective communication skills.
Applicants must commit to tutor at least two consecutive quarters.
Hiring and TrainingFollowing the completion of your hiring paperwork, you will need to schedule an orientation with the Program Specialist III, Monia Hamam (Monia.Hamam@seattlecolleges.edu).
Join our “Tutor Program Training” Canvas page and complete orientation quiz online, followed by FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) training, and other online tutor trainings.
Always check your Seattle Colleges email for notifications about future tutoring workshops and trainings.Note: Applications will be kept on file for one year. Filling out an application does not guarantee you will be hired. Applicants will not be contacted unless we are ready to offer a position.
Click the following link to apply: https://southseattle.edu/tutoring/become-tutor
I am looking to sell a stackable Maytag front-loading washer and high efficiency dryer. They were both purchased in March 2019 and were only used through September 2021. They have been in storage since and are still in amazing condition.
Both appliances still fall under Maytag’s 10-Year Limited Parts Warranty and a Lowe’s 5-Year Protection Plan that was purchased at the same time.
The appliances come complete with hookup hoses (hot, cold, and drainage), the electric dryer power cord, original manuals and installation guides, and the Lowe’s warranty documents (original receipt and plan information pamphlet).
The washer is a…
Maytag 4.5-cu ft High Efficiency Stackable Steam Cycle Front-Load Washer (color: Metallic Slate) ENERGY STAR
Model #MHW5630HCThe dryer is a…
Maytag 7.3-cu ft Stackable Electric Dryer (color: Metallic Slate) ENERGY STAR
Model #MED5630HCLowe’s link: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Maytag-7-3-cu-ft-Stackable-Electric-Dryer-Metallic-Slate-ENERGY-STAR/1000704388
You must pick them up yourself, DELIVERY IS NOT AVAILABLE.
Pictures available at request.
The 34th district has two great candidates for State Rep to choose from. Both are smart, progressive women who will bring fresh energy to a seat Eileen Cody held for more than 27 years. But there’s a difference between them that I haven’t seen discussed in any editorial or endorsement.
Griffin and Alvarado occupy different policy niches, both informed by their personal and occupational histories. Griffin focuses on her outsider experience of working with local and national leaders to create policy and pass legislation. Alvarado emphasizes her history working within city bureaucracy to move the policy needle. To me, the policy areas matter less than the passion, energy, focus, and people skills each candidate brings to the table. Subject matter expertise can be learned.
Here’s the big differentiator no one is talking about: If elected, Griffin plans to resign her library job and devote herself full time to representing the 34th District. Alvarado plans to continue in her job as the vice president of a national non-profit organization. When I asked her about splitting her focus, she stated that she’d probably drop down to a .7 FTE but, as primary financial supporter of her family, she wasn’t going to leave her job. It’s not hard to see why: state reps earn a salary of $56,881 plus $120/day per diem during session.
In my volunteer work, I track policy development during state legislative sessions. Reps and staff work 15-hour days and it’s a sprint from the starting blocks to the 11th hour vote on the last day of session. It’s the development work that happens during the rest of the year that is key to starting the session with well-researched, well-supported policies that can survive the committee negotiations and floor votes to emerge as laws or budget priorities. I want a state rep who is fully focused on representing our district year-round. (I want reps recognized and paid a living wage for that full-time work as well, but that’s a different argument.)
Their progressive priorities and ability to gain deep subject matter expertise on any issue are not differentiators in this race. Passion, energy, and focus are. That’s why I support Leah Griffin for 34th District State Representative, Position 1.
Topic: Looking for Lauren Johnson
Hi, does anyone know Lauren Johnson? We keep receiving her packages. I’ve been trying to trace them back to the sender but I’m not having any luck. Thanks for the help.
I’ve only lived near the Alaska Junction for a little over a year now, but I’ve noticed a major increase in sirens lately. I know living down the street from a firehouse invites a certain level of noise pollution, but lately, it’s sounded like the whole of West Seattle is crumbling. I can’t even sleep some nights because of the sirens blaring every other hour, and the loud-engine-assholes gunning it down the street in between. Has anyone else noticed an increase in fire/police activity over the past couple of months? Is there any reason for the increased emergency activity? I know I can’t blame them for just doing their jobs and trying to save lives, but sometimes it gets to the point that I just want to scream for them to turn off the damn sirens.
The abandoned house at 3804 23rd Ave SW is, finally, partially boarded up, has far less graffiti, and had its overgrown vegetation cut back from the bike path. Thank you to SDCI for, according to the note on the retaining wall, identifying “high hazard” standards and forcing change.
What do you think changed of late to make it a high hazard, as it has been in disrepair for many years? And what’s the future of the site? Context from West Seattle Blog last August: “There was a tour with city officials, organized by community members, more than a decade ago. Laws have been changed since then to allow demolition of properties without a replacement plan, in short. This is still standing because its owners haven’t taken any steps toward demolition. There was a plan two years ago to replace it with townhomes … I just checked the file and there’s been no further action since the 2019 early-stage filing.”
Topic: Part-Time Morning Bus Driver
Westside School is seeking an experienced and compassionate driver to support the transportation of our students on weekday mornings for the 2022-2023 school year. We have an opening for a Part-Time Bus Driver to drive a 15 passenger bus. Qualified candidates enjoy working with children, have a clean driving record, and must be available between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
Reports to: Director of Finance and OperationsResponsibilities:
Transport up to 14 children to school in the mornings
Maintain a clean and mechanically-sound bus at all times
Obey all traffic laws
Perform simple inspections of the bus before and after each route
Ensure safety of all students
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for students
Assist students with getting on and off the bus when requiredQualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Driver’s License required
1+ years’ experience driving a school bus (training provided for the right candidate)
No at-fault traffic accidents in the last 5 years
Clean driving record (no traffic citations in the last 5 years)
Ability to carry out assigned route on time
Experience working with children preferredWestside School Mission
Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.Westside Student Support Department Mission
To provide a proactive and comprehensive program to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students, and to identify and address barriers to growth. By partnering with families, staff, and the wider community, we will promote joyful learning and a sense of belonging at Westside School.
Westside School’s Diversity Statement
Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.Start Date: September 6, 2022
COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. New employees will be required to show proof of vaccination.
To apply: If you are interested, please respond with a letter of interest and your resume to employment(at)westsideschool.org.
Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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