Montecito Fire Protection District Seeking Admin Assistant
The Montecito Fire Protection District is actively recruiting for an Administrative Assistant, deadline to submit applications is August 14, online applications only.
The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented, team player with strong written and oral communication skills, proficient with technology, and willing to learn new skills and applications. The ability to quickly adapt and devise creative strategies for addressing complex and sensitive issues, work independently, and the capability to build and maintain positive relationships with officials, co-workers, and the general public, are highly essential traits. Possessing a good understanding of municipal government programs is very desirable. The Administrative Assistant position works on-site at our headquarters station located at 595 San Ysidro Rd.
City of Carpinteria Blood Drive
The City of Carpinteria’s Vitalant Blood Drive is on Wednesday, August 14, from 10 am to 2 pm at Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue. Donors will receive a $10 grocery gift card and a chance to win a $10,000 gift card. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are preferred.
411:(877) 258-4825
Free Computer Classes and a Free Laptop
On August 12, Partners in Education will kick off its free six-week Computer Basics class in English and Spanish at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. The six-week course takes place Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 pm in English and from 6 to 8 pm in Spanish. Participants will receive a strong foundation in computer basics, and each will receive a new Chromebook. Registration required.
411: Alondra Rodriguez at (805) 964-4710 ext. 4401 or email partners@sbceo.org.
New Meet-Up Group for Local Veterans
The City of Carpinteria’s AgeWell program is hosting a new weekly Veterans Meet Up every Thursday from 8:30 to 10 am in the Veterans Hall meeting room, 941 Walnut Ave.
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow veterans, share experiences and enjoy a morning together. Coffee and pastries will be provided. Whether you’re hoping to build new connections, discuss important topics, or simply enjoy a friendly conversation, all veterans are welcome.
California Quickie Economic Forecast
The City of Carpinteria offered up their quick overview of the economic forecast for California on their website. Trends they specifically note are: stabilizing gas prices and possible lower prices coming up; the increase in “value meals” offered by restaurants; increase in the housing market with median home prices trending upwards; and continued job growth with increasing job opportunities statewide.
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