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We are a pet care services company that supports our team to be the best version of themselves. We truly work as a team and every member of our staff is a kind and honest person, who is independently driven, detail oriented, self-motivated, reliable and an excellent communicator. Close to Home Pet Services has been in business since 2008 and we are West Seattle’s dog walking and cat sitting company. Locally owned and operated. This Company is in business for Clients and the Team support empowerment. Join our team and work toward the best version of you.
Job Summary
Neighborhood Dog Walker, working independently but also as a member of a team in West Seattle. We meet our dogs in advance of the first walk, all dogs are screened. An excellent opportunity for anyone looking to work with animals, stay active, enjoy the outdoors or explore the city. Walkers will need to be available from 10am through 3pm, Monday through Friday. More hours may be available.
Responsibilities and Abilities
Dog Walking – The primary duty of the position is giving our client’s dogs an opportunity to go outside in a safe and controlled way so they can exercise and go potty. All walks are neighborhood per household, no dog parks or pack walks.
Following detailed instructions – Many of our clients have special needs and requests. It is imperative that you follow all client requirements to ensure the safety and well being of their dog. Food allergies, medical and behavioural concerns all need to be factored in while performing a dog walk.
Time Management – You will be going from client residence to client residence throughout the day. It is vital that you know how to manage your own schedule and time each visit accordingly. We design the route for you, ample travel time has already been provided ensuring that all dogs are seen on time.
Communication – With any pet services job, you are going to have questions, concerns or complications at some point. We work as part of a team. It is important that you know when to ask questions and when to call for help.
Honesty – Above all else, we need all member of our team to be honest. If you do not have empathy or honesty, this is not the role or team for you.Qualifications and Skills
Transportation Requirement – You must have a valid driver’s license, insured/reliable vehicle and a smart phone with a data plan.
Active Position- Dog walking is a very active job. You must be able to walk several hours each day as well as have the capability to lift 50lbs. You will be moving continuously throughout the work day but it is a fun active pace and should not be too strenuous.
Knowledge of Dogs – Some history or experience with pet care (professional or volunteer) is preferred but not required. All dog walkers go through a paid orientation / training process which will help prepare you to work independently. Many of the skills acquired in this job will benefit you the rest of your life.Benefits and Perks
Competitive Industry Pay – We offer competitive pay at $16 to $18 an hour as an employee.
Promotional Opportunities – We are an established and growing company. We prefer to promote from within and we anticipate the need to grow our management team in the future.
Reimbursements – We pay for drive time. Routes are designed to be easy to navigate and traverse.
Paid Sick Leave – You will accrue sick time working as an employee with us. This is not possible when you work as contractor for other types of businesses.
Dedicated routes available – For an experienced and capable candidate, a local dedicated route can be assigned. You will develop strong rapport with your dogs and have positive professional relationships with your teammates and clients.Please click this link to Apply
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Company is West Seattle exclusively.
(Continuous Background check is required we will comply with RCW 49.94.010)Topic: Stolen Bikes
We had 4 bikes stolen from our garage last night 7/22. I’m so sad to be without my bike as I used it for commuting to and from work.
Here is a description of the bikes in case they are spotted:
– Giant LaFree E-Bike: https://images.giant-bicycles.com/b_white,c_pad,h_400,q_80/xyjua3te8hidmyt4mebe/MY19-Lafree-E+-1-LDS_Color-A_retouch.jpg– Charge Cycle Cross bike in black with aquamarine bar tape: https://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NjgzWDEwMjQ=/z/Si0AAOSw~AVYogqE/$_86.JPG
– Lemond racing bike: https://cdn.bicyclebluebook.com/bikepedia/2006-Lemond-Chambery.jpg
– Trek hybrid bike – navy blue bike
Any help is much appreciated.
Thank you!
-Brianna
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At Metropolitan Market, we know food! We are a progressive, upscale grocery-retailer and one of the best places to work in the Pacific Northwest. Metropolitan Market is a company recognized within the food industry for freshness and quality – from our locally made chocolates to our mouth watering local pears.
We provide outstanding employment opportunities, including a generous benefits program and attractive wages. These fast-paced positions in all of our departments provide ample opportunity for growth and development within the Company. We are looking for outgoing, friendly individuals who want to work in a healthy and rewarding environment!
Job Summary: As leader of our Wellness Department, this position is responsible for product management, merchandising, customer service, full profit, and loss control. Possesses extensive knowledge of nutrition-related products. Readily shares information and product selection advice with customers.
Specific Job Duties:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:• Maintains high-quality standards in product management and presentation.
• Orders all products for the Wellness Department which consists of conventional, natural, and organic health, beauty, and wellness products.
• Establishes sales, gross profit, labor and supply budgets for the Wellness Department.
• Maintains pricing to achieve budgeted gross profit goals.
• Plans and executes Wellness Department merchandising and displays.
• Generates, leads and readily participates in product promotions and focuses working directly with vendors and our Culinary team members.
• Provides outstanding customer service and readily communicates product information to increase sales and meet revenue goals; uses product information to increase sales and best service customers.
• Regularly assists customers in locating products throughout the whole store; walks customer to where items are merchandised.
• Conducts quarterly physical inventories and practices inventory control.
• Prevents internal and external loss.
• Demonstrates dependability and flexibility; meets attendance requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Grocery Manager and/or Store Director team.Skills Required / Qualifications:
Candidates will be selected from applicants having the best combination of the following qualifications:• Minimum three years nutrition product and industry related experience preferred.
• Minimum two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proven success as a team leader and member.
• Demonstrates a high-level of self-motivation; takes initiative; problem solves.
• Possesses creative merchandising and display skills.
• Possesses strong knowledge of gross profit and labor percentages; proven experience working with both.
• Possesses comprehensive nutrition products and industry related information with a proven history of using knowledge to train employees and best service customers.
• Proven history of personnel development.
• Ability to effectively delegate and follow-through.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Superior communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to positively affect sales generation and manage profit and loss.How to apply:
Applications are accepted online. Please visit our website to view complete job descriptions.1. Go to https://www.metropolitan-market.com
2. Select the Careers section
3. Complete a general application and create a profile
4. Search open positions and apply anytime, using your general application and profileBENEFITS & COMPENSATION:
* Attractive Hourly Wage, Negotiable DOE
* Rich Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Personal, Holiday, and Sick
* Generous Medical and Dental Plans at Very Low Cost to Team Members
* Company Funded Life & Disability Insurance and Pension Plan
* Generous Team Member Discount
* Team Member Sponsored ORCA Card Program
* Tuition Reimbursement Program
* Team Member Appreciation CelebrationsJob Location: West Seattle – Seattle, WA – 4505 California Ave SW
Position Type: Exempt – Full-Time
Salary Range: $57,000.00 – $80,000.00 DOE Base Pay + Commission/monthly, plus awesome benefits!
Job Category: Retail Banking/Financial Services Management
Apply online now at: https://www.veritycu.com/about-us/careers/work-at-verity.html
Trouble applying online? Email: careers@veritycu.comVerity Credit Union is hiring a Community Branch Manager for our West Seattle Branch! This role is the primary liaison between Verity and the vibrant West Seattle community that we serve. This position fulfills Verity’s mission by creating meaningful relationships with individuals, businesses, and non-profits in the community, identifying opportunities for Verity to help build the strength and viability of the community, and building Verity’s reputation in the community. This role is responsible for building a strong team that reflects the needs of the community, driving business development and community engagement efforts, and ensuring the achievement of branch objectives and sales, service, and profitability goals. Ideal candidates for this Community Branch Manager position are collaborative and relationship focused, thrive in a dynamic environment, and possess exceptional ability inspiring performance and delivering results by working through people.
Apply online now at: https://www.veritycu.com/about-us/careers/work-at-verity.html
Who We Are. . .
Verity has been a local member-owned credit union offering a full range of financial products and services to our members since 1933. Verity means truth—and this guides our actions. Honesty may not be the easiest approach, but it is the right one. We are the only financial institution in the Pacific Northwest that is a part of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), one of 54 financial institutions around the globe committed to a triple bottom line approach to our banking, which means that people, planet and prosperity are at the heart of everything we do.
We take pride in our work. Our mission and vision guide our daily activities, and we need motivated individuals to lead our success. Verity is committed to being a top employer in Washington and we are honored to be a 2018 National 101 Best & Brightest Company based on our employee’s own reviews.
We Believe. . .
– Trust is earned each day.
– Learning is lifelong; it never stops.
– People come first, before the bottom line.
– Community engagement propels us forward.
– Teamwork is the foundation of our success.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Community Engagement and Business Development
– Create and deploy business development and community engagement action plans that lead to the achievement of branch goals.
– Cultivate relationships with local businesses and community organizations, and identify and provide support for community initiatives, events, and needs.
– Provide insight into how our operations and product offerings can serve the needs of the community, and how we can increase our engagement and impact within the community.Member Experience and Sales
– Develop and deploy branch action plans that lead to the achievement of sales, service, and profitability goals.
– Create a culture where branch staff embrace Verity’s values and experience standards, successfully uncover member needs, and create trusted relationships with members and the community.Building and Developing Teams
– Develop and empower a team that can successfully enhance members’ financial lives when the Community Branch Manager is pursuing outside relationships and initiatives.
– Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop branch team members who are self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of consistently delivering results.
– Hold regular team and one-on-one meetings, mentor staff toward professional growth goals, write and deliver timely performance reviews, and effectively resolve staff issues.Managing Risk
– Maintain quality branch operations and effectively control risk while meeting service and growth goals.
– Demonstrate effective risk based decision-making that mitigate controllable losses.
– Perform other job related duties as assigned.Working Conditions
– Attending the job during regular business hours is a requirement of this position
– Some off-hour and off-site work, meetings, and events will be requiredEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
– Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is desired
– Experience in a financial institution or related experience is highly desired
– Supervisory experience is strongly preferred
– Experience in business development is desired
– Experience in community development is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES– Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
– Strong networking and relationship building skills
– Basic knowledge of credit union financial statements and other reports
– Detail oriented and good organizational skills
– Problem-solving skills
– Ability to motivate and direct fellow employees
– Knowledge of financial industry regulations and standards
– Ability to analyze and resolve employee relations conflicts
– Knowledge of loan policies and procedures and fundamentals of lending concepts
– Creating and managing annual budgetsPHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Verity is committed to reasonably accommodating the physical aspects of the position. The following are normally encountered in this job:
– Sitting or standing for long periods of time
– Physical effort may be required to lift supplies or office equipment
– Working on computers for a long period of time in an office environment
– Visually recognize and verify funds for negotiabilityWashington is an At-Will Employment State
Your employment is “at will”, meaning you are free to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. Verity Credit Union is also free to conclude the employment relationship with you at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
No statement or promise by a credit union representative or board member may be interpreted as a change in the “at will” policy, nor would it constitute an employment or other contractual agreement.
Wed., 7/17 new sessions begin at the South Seattle College Arboretum
Tai Chi for Beginners at 5:30pm
And Qigong – Health of Body Mind and Spirit at 6:45pmwith Sifu Viola Brumbaugh of Wise Orchid Taijiquan & Qigong.
These classes are open to all, run for 9 weeks, and are open for registration through the South Seattle College Continuing Ed. Office, click on links above or call 206-934-5339 to register. For other classes taught by Sifu Viola and Wise Orchid Taijiquan & Qigong follow this link to our full schedule.
Hello Westies,
I’m having a West Seattle Garage Sale today and tomorrow in an actual garage around back in West Seattle’s High Point neighborhood just East of the water tower. It’s at 7134 32nd Ave SW and Myrtle just down the street from the soccer field. There will be a lot of sandwich board signs, but it’s pretty easy to find. Rain or shine.Stop by on your way to Westfest.
My address is:
7134 32nd Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98126https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/gms/d/seattle-west-seattle-garage-sale/6932406550.html
Have fun volunteering in our Café preparing sandwiches & salads, and interacting with our guests. Fast-paced, efficient, and friendly person wanted for Monday from 8:30 – 12:30pm. Join us, and make a difference in your community while having fun!
Please apply online at https://www.tfaforms.com/4718422 or send an email to sarah@soundgenerations.org, or call 206-932-4044 X8Topic: COOK WANTED
Providence is calling a Cook (Food and Nutrition Services, Day Shift, 1.0 FTE or part time) to work at Providence Mount St. Vincent on 35th Ave SW in West Seattle.
In this position you will: Follow standardized recipes to prepare hot meals, and use knowledge of dietary restrictions to make modifications as necessary; Assist in dish room (washing dishes, pots, pans, and cleaning area and restocking); Adhere to all sanitary regulations governing the handling, storage preparation and serving of food.
Qualifications: High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED):Current Food Handlers Card; 4 years of consistent employment in related culinary environment (prep work and/or grill work)Experience preparing foods in high quantities; Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English; Proficiency in basic math skills. Prefer Culinary training also.
We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits.
For more information and to apply online: https://providenceiscalling.jobs
In the search box “job title, key words”, enter the job ID # “229215”.
Providence Mount St. Vincent is a vibrant and innovative living care community for primarily older adults that celebrates life, living and individual capability. We are West Seattle’s largest employer with nearly 500 employees representing more than 27 countries of origin. “The Mount” is home to more than 400 people who need some type of assistance with daily living or are in need of 24-hour care.Providence is calling a Beautician/Hair Stylist (Retail Beauty Shop, Day Shift, 1.0 FTE or part time) to Providence Mount St. Vincent on 35th Ave SW in West Seattle.
In this position you will: Plan daily work schedule and schedule appointment; Cut and style hair of residents on a weekly basis; Follow established procedures for use of neck strips and capes; Maintain and order supplies as needed.
Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, Washington State Cosmetology license, 1 year experience (preferably working with older adults). We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits.
To apply online: https://providenceiscalling.jobs
In the search box “job title, key words”, enter the job ID # “225190”.
For more information, call Albert (206) 778-4803.
Providence Mount St. Vincent is a vibrant and innovative living care community for primarily older adults that celebrates life, living and individual capability. We are West Seattle’s largest employer with nearly 500 employees representing more than 27 countries of origin. “The Mount” is home to more than 400 people who need some type of assistance with daily living or are in need of 24-hour care.Topic: Dining Service Specialist
Providence is calling a Dining Service Specialist (Food and Nutrition Services, Day Shift, 0.4 FTE part time) to work at Providence Mount St. Vincent on 35th Ave SW in West Seattle.
In this position you will: Prepare, serve, or deliver food for patients, staff and guests in the cafeteria and community outpatient services; Adhere to all sanitary regulations governing the handling, storage, preparation and serving of food; assist in the dish room (washing dishes, pots, pans and cleaning area and restocking) and take inventory, orders and stock shelves.
Qualifications: High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED):Current Food Handlers Card within 14 days of hire; 6 months experience working in a dining services environment. Prefer 6 months experience in customer service. We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits.To to apply online: https://providenceiscalling.jobs
In the search box “job title, key words”, enter the job ID # “228359”.
For more information about this job, call Albert (206) 778-4803.Providence Mount St. Vincent is a vibrant and innovative living care community for primarily older adults that celebrates life, living and individual capability. We are West Seattle’s largest employer with nearly 500 employees representing more than 27 countries of origin. “The Mount” is home to more than 400 people who need some type of assistance with daily living or are in need of 24-hour care.
Ten months into Mayor Durkan’s term, KIRO ran a story on its MyNorthwest blog, “Why won’t Seattle Mayor Durkan meet with the Duwamish Tribe?” https://mynorthwest.com/1125149/why-wont-seattle-mayor-durkan-meet-with-the-duwamish-tribe/.
Well, it’s not like the answer is mysterious.
Eight months after that, reports the West Seattle Blog, the Mayor “scheduled a pop-up town hall/resource fair” (May 29) and the Duwamish Tribe invited its supporters to join in at the event to ask that the Mayor “support the Duwamish Tribe and acknowledge them as the first people of Seattle.” https://westseattleblog.com/2019/05/video-mayor-acknowledges-duwamish-tribe-answers-community-questions-south-park-town-hall/
So they were still asking, with nary a peep from the Mayor.
But then it happened.
“Honorable” mention.
Twice!
“The mayor did just that, twice, while speaking and answering questions at the South Park Community Center.”
So a politician who finally paid lip service to undisputed fact is cause for Attagirl!??
Apparently, in this town, yeah.
I attended the event. After the Q&A was over, I approached Sabrina Bolieu, the Mayor’s “Business Liaison” who is “also helping with the tribal outreach strategy.” Sabrina had been screening questions written beforehand on cards available at the reception table. I was curious why mine had not been read.
She explained that questions about recognizing the Duwamish had not been aired because the Town Hall was about public safety, but she assured me that “Mayor Durkan is working on a response to that.”
Now, six weeks later, I write this letter after two ignored emails to Bolieu and one to Durkan herself in which I merely asked for answers to obvious questions about the Mayor’s unresponsiveness to the Duwamish and her utter lack of action so far.
Extent of Durkan’s “outreach” to the Duwamish?
Still zippo.
Either Durkan is playing hooky from “working on that” or simply doesn’t know how to get work done. At least, not any work that would break the deafening silence the Duwamish have gotten from the Mayor’s office for the better part of two centuries.
The Duwamish haven’t asked for their land back. Anyone who actually reads the “Treaty” of Point Elliott, 1855, (calling it a treaty is beyond reprehensible,) will wonder why the hell not.
I asked the Mayor if she’d read the treaty.
Silence.
The Duwamish have not asked the City to start paying rent.
I asked Durkan if she pays rent to the tribe whose land she finally, twice, admitted Seattle sits on. It’s easy: Real Rent Duwamish, https://www.realrentduwamish.org/.
Silence.
The Duwamish have not asked the Mayor for much.
Admitting their existence on one occasion a year and a half into her term, nothing done or said previously and nothing since, amounts to what, exactly?
~ Yeah, I know you’re there. I know you’ve been screwed over since whites came and stole your land out from under you. I know my office has ignored you for the 164 years since. And I know you’ve been asking for a meeting. ~
Attagirl, Mayor! Good for you.
And then… ?
Millard J. Melnyk
I found this site looking for a back yard to rent for gardening. Alas, there are no listings in Seattle yet. If you have a back yard you would like to rent, please list!
I am looking for a yard in Seattle that has access to a driveway where I can rent a space for a 10’x10′ portable greenhouse on a utility trailer.
Topic: VoiceofExperiance/Cats
I notice in the Lost/Found pet section that a lot of people say this cat has been hanging around for a few days and we’ve been feeding and giving water to “it” let me tell you from experience that a cat will keep returning to get that free food even if they’re well fed and loved at home! Oh how I know…our neighbors cat who I thought was a stray we started feeding her and here it is 5+ years later she still comes around moohing! LOL! so don’t always think that cat is a stray just sayin’
https://www.cats.org.uk/uploads/images/news/9ca9318d-961d-4c7d-9dc0-6c2502a79f86.jpgAll details here…great sale, not to be missed
Come and volunteer at the senior center and work with our wonderful chef! We have volunteer jobs for prepping, serving, and cleaning up. We need your skills to help prepare and serve nutritious meals in our “Junction Diner” for seniors and guests at the Center. We have a lot of fun, you will be well appreciated by all of our seniors and staff, and you can enjoy a free lunch! Flexible ongoing daytime shifts. Looking for help on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Please complete our online application at https://www.tfaforms.com/4718422 or contact the Volunteer Coordinator, at 206-932-4044 or via email at sarah@soundgenerations.org to learn more!Dan just repaired my garage door and did a fantastic job!! This was after I had been cheated by another garage repair company. A White Center repair co.farmed my request out to another garage co. Without notifying me they would not be providing my service. They made me wait 3 days + had the person arrive on a Sunday. I had specifically chosen a local company believing that they would feel more responsible to do a good job. That person arrived and said that labor would be $190 before he had even looked at the door. I was desperate to access my car, as he knew, and he took advantage to the tune of $526. Two months later, the door would not work again. The original repair person said that he would charge me an addt’l $99 to come back out and repair the door! He laughed when I said he should make good on his original work since the door was still broken. I learned my lesson so did not throw good money after bad. I called Dan who is in Shorewood. He was so professional and thoughtful. Originally he thought it would be a 5 minute fix but then realized that the wrong spring had been installed initially. He ret’d with correct spring that day. He also showed me how to maintain the garage door with lubricant on all hinges and rollers. Could not ask for a more honest, helpful and professional repair — wish I had called him first! Highly recommend. https://dansgaragedoorservices.com/
Don your best Las Vegas fashion and get your game on with Furry Faces Foundation at Catsino Silent Auction!
It is our 10th year – are you ready to party? Come in your best Rat Pack, Vegas Era Garb. Relive the days of the Mafia owning the casinos and Stars sitting with you in the Hotel Lounges. Play a special trivia ‘hunt’ as you make your rounds to the 12 game tables.
Meet and greet four stellar animal advocacy groups and nine local business owners while playing original, slightly twisted games. It is a chance to ask all those pressing questions that have been nagging you for years! Like, why do I love your microbrews so much? How do I get my dog neutered or how do I get my cat to clean his/her own litter box?
Can a Sunday afternoon get any better? Local businesses showering you with grand prizes! Unique silent auction benefiting multiple animal advocacy groups. A 50/50 raffle with special guests. Crazy games like Studless Draw, Pig Craps, Felix the Jedi Master Roller, Yellow Dog Blackjack, and more.
Tickets are only $25 and we recommend getting them early as there are a limited number, so stop by the Beveridge Place Pub or go to our Brown Paper Ticket link.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Get your tickets early at Beveridge Place Pub or on our Event FB page – https://www.facebook.com/events/588697151598416/
West Seattle, Washington
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