Award Season for City Facilities and Departments
Congratulations to the Boca Raton Library, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, The Racquet Center, the Mizner Park Amphitheater and Recreation Services for recently receiving some great recognition - and awards! Innovative thinking and hard work over the past year on behalf of all the staff members in each of these areas made all the difference. We couldn't be more proud!
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Library Wins City Spirit Award
The Boca Raton Library was recently awarded the City Spirit Award by the Florida League of Cities for their StoryWalk Program. The award recognizes a single, specific citywide effort to successfully address a local need. StoryWalk won for its innovative way for children, and adults, to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time - during the pandemic - and continuing today.
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Gumbo Limbo Nature Center Wins
Traveler's Choice Award
The Travelers’ Choice Award from Trip Advisor celebrates attractions that consistently deliver fantastic experiences to travelers around the globe. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center - which ranked #1 out of 196 Things To Do in Boca Raton - earned the award by providing great service and experiences to its guests, especially during a challenging year. Other City facilities recognized include Sugar Sand Park, Red Reef Park, Spanish River Park and South Inlet Park Beach.
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The Racquet Center Wins Outstanding Facility Award
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) awarded a 2021 Outstanding Facility Award to The Racquet Center. This award recognizes excellence in the construction and/or renovation of tennis facilities. The Racquet Center was one of only 25 facilities across the country to be recognized.
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The Florida Festivals & Events Association recognized not one, but TWO City of Boca departments in its 2021 Sunsational Awards presented this summer. The Mizner Park Amphitheater and Recreation Services won a combined FIVE awards!
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2021 Sunsational Awards Presented to the Mizner Park Amphitheater and Recreation Services
Mizner Park Amphitheater Mural
- 1st Place - Photo Opp Area/Selfie Station
- 3rd Place - Operations
Recreation Services Department
Father's Day Virtual Fishing Derby
- 1st Place - Virtual Contest
Fourth of July Video
- 3rd Place - Virtual Contest
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2021
- 1st Place - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Initiative
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If It's September, It Must Be Library Card Sign-Up Month!
Join the Boca Raton Public Library for the nationwide Library Card Sign-Up Month initiative. The honorary chair of this year's Library Card Sign-Up Month is Marley Dias, founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks, who is speaking out to promote the value of libraries.
What can you do with a FREE Boca Raton library card? A lot.
At both the Downtown and Spanish River Libraries—you can use computers and printers, quiet study spaces and free WiFi. You can check out or stream over 800,000 movies, music, and eBooks, enjoy classes and book clubs, and borrow mobile hotspots, cake pans, chess sets, puzzles, and STEM and Literacy Backpacks.
Plus, enjoy a wide variety of physical books, video games, DVDs, and music CDs. Remember, a library card is FREE for City of Boca Raton employees.
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Communications Training & Updates
The Communications & Marketing Division recently shared some exciting and important updates regarding City wide branding and communications - applicable to all City departments. Some of the highlights include:
- Redesigned City website and features
- New City of Boca Raton community logo
- New branding guidelines for marketing materials/items
- Best practices on communicating with your audience
Learn More about how these updates apply to your department - view a recent Video Presentation that will walk you through it all.
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Please Extend a Warm Welcome to the Newest
City Staff Team Members!
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FULL-TIME
Peter Birkett - Customer Service Rep
Maria Chevasco - Administrative Assistant
Miranda Fellowes - Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
Tiffany Moss - Mental Health Clinician
Joseph Vera - Quality Control Analyst I
Alexis Fundora - Venue Operations Coordinator
Richard Rolle - Groundskeeper
Debra Holzman - Admin Assistant – Fleet
Colleen Haverome - Customer Service Rep
Jeanmarie Steckler - GIS Specialist
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PART-TIME
Emmalynn Myles - Library Assistant II
Colleen Havercome - Customer Service Rep I
Aleya Siegel - Library Page
Lucas Milano - Summer Pool Lifeguard
Elizabeth Volpe - Library Page
Stacy Shannon - Office Assistant II
Brandon Brader - Rider Operator
Herman Leslie - Building Inspector
Angela Moya - Pool Lifeguard
Matthew Simington - Custodial Worker
Travis Wynn - Custodial Worker
Daniel Daly - Park Gate Attendant
Alberto Salas III - Library Assistant II
Daniela Joseph - Office Assistant II
Dominic Belcher - Parking Enforcement Rep
Irma Perez - Library Assistant II
David Rubin - Park Ranger
Maren Aydogan - Library Assistant II
Steanna Williams - Library Assistant
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Congratulations Laura!
Laura Sparrow, Supervisor of Account Services at the Boca Raton Public Library, is now officially a Librarian. She graduated in August 2021 from the University of South Florida with a Master of Arts of Library and Information Science degree.
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They Did it Again!
Fire Fighter/Paramedic Twins Win
Open Surfboat Competition
Two of Boca Raton's own Fire Fighter/Paramedics - Sherry and Shelley Griffith - won the Open Surfboat Competition at the United States Lifesaving Association's (USLA) National Championship this August 4-7. The big win comes after they placed 3rd with the volunteer Boca Raton Chapter in the Southeast Regionals in July.
Sherry and Shelley traveled to South Padre Island, TX, where over 50 USLA chapters from across the United States participated in individual and team competitions. The twins' national title in the Open Surfboat category is one of many they have received - 18! - beginning in 1999. Congrats to them both! Photo: (USLA/Courtesy)
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Congratulations to the following employees on your retirement!
You will be greatly missed & we wish you both the best.
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John Cagno
Bureau of Field Services
Police Services - 25 Years
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Nicole Gasparri
Emergency Manager/Organizational Development Manager
City Manager's Office - 27 Years
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Currently, there are 44 job openings with the City of Boca Raton. Whether you are interested in changing your career path or recommending a friend or family member to join our team, check out the latest positions available, which include:
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Development Services
- Building Inspector - PT
- Code Compliance Specialist - PT
- Mechanical Inspector - PT
Financial Services
- Deputy Financial Services Director
- Purchasing Manager
- Senior Accountant
Fire Rescue & Police Services
- Biological Processing Laboratory Technician
- SCBA Technician
- Vehicle Technician
- Police Officer Candidate
- Police Records Clerk
- Public Safety Dispatcher
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Recreation Services
- Athletic Leaders - PT
- Groundskeeper - FT and PT
- Irrigation System Supervisor
- Librarian - Instructional Services
- Library Assistant - Collections Development
- Park Gate Attendants - PT
- Park Rangers - PT
- Pool Lifeguards - PT
- Science Program Presenter - PT
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Youth Counselor - Camp Programs
Municipal Services
- Equipment Operator I
- GIS Analyst
- Refrigeration Mechanic
- Refuse Collector
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Visit the City's website to see details on all the opportunities available.
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Share City of Boca Raton Career Opportunities!
With so many amazing career opportunities available we're looking to our employees to help spread the word about open job positions. Connect with the City on LinkedIn and share our posts to help find the perfect candidates to join our team.
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Helping Haiti - Area Organizations Accepting Donations for Earthquake Affected Communities |
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Our hearts and deepest sympathies are with the victims and families affected by the 7.2 earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday, August 14, 2021. We mourn together with the many Haitian Americans who are employed by the City and live within our community. As the country begins to recover from this disaster, many organizations around the country and South Florida are accepting donations of money and/or tangible material resources. Employees are welcomed to participate. |
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Organizations Accepting Monetary Donations
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Organizations Accepting Supplies
These organizations are not endorsed by the City of Boca Raton.
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If You Haven't Already...
September 15 is the peak of hurricane season. As a City of Boca Raton employee, we strongly encourage you to make sure you are prepared OUTSIDE and INSIDE your home.
- Review your personal emergency plans and confirm your responsibilities as an essential or nonessential employee.
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Make sure to update your emergency contact information in the new Oracle System.
- Check with your supervisors, and be clear of your responsibilities before, during and after a storm.
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VIEW and PRINT this Personal Checklist to assist in your preparation.
For more information, contact Angela Barretta at ext. 7926.
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COVID-19 Prevention & Safety Measures
Reminder....the City provides employees up to 2 hours of paid leave if you need to attend a COVID-19 vaccine appointment during your scheduled work hours. To find a vaccination site near you, check the Florida Department of Health's online “Vaccine Locator” tool.
City employees must also follow COVID-19 Safety Protocols while at work, including requiring the use of masks, social distancing, cleanliness of workspaces, and staying home if you are sick. For employees who have contracted and/or been exposed to an illness due to a pandemic or public health emergency, please refer to the City's Return-to-Work Policy for information and procedures.
Sept 23 - Spanish River High School
Sept 24 - Boca Raton High School
For more information on second round doses, and for parents, Click Here.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Help for Current Events |
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During times of uncertainty, including Hurricane Ida and the evolving situation in Afghanistan, it is especially important to help employees - and those who are veterans - take care of themselves. Cigna's EAP's provides helpful ideas for physical, mental, and emotional self-care.
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EAP Counseling & Crisis Center
Critical Incident Response Services
(877) 622-4327, 24/7 confidential assistance & support
(866) 912-1687, 24/7 for individuals without health benefits
(855) 244-6211, 24/7, for veterans and their families
Handouts and community resources
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Update on Your Floating Holidays
In August, the City Council approved an increase to the amount of floating holiday time that that may be used by a non-union City employee during the next fiscal year (FY22, October 1, 2021 thru September 30, 2022).
Any floating holiday hours used between now through September 30, 2021, will be reduced from your current fiscal year balance. Any floating holiday time remaining on September 30, 2021, will be rolled over on October 1, 2021, and be available for your use in FY22. This adjustment will be reflected in your floating holiday balance within Oracle and on the pay slip issued October 8, 2021.
For any questions, please contact Danielle Olson, Director of Human Resources at x 7779.
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For Your Health
Take advantage of upcoming preventative and informational healthcare events available to all employees.
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Sept 28: Boca Raton Community Center
Sept. 29: Utility Services Bldg.
Sept. 30: Municipal Services Bldg.
Sept. 28 and Oct. 5: Boca Raton Community Center
To register for the Angio Screening and Medicare Presentations, please contact the City Benefits Team at BenefitsHelpDesk@myboca.us or x7903.
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Coming Up! Open Enrollment
Open enrollment for your 2022 insurance benefits is just a few weeks away. Start thinking about your choices for your core benefits, voluntary benefits and medical and dependent care flexible spending options. Specific dates and details from the Benefits Division will be made available soon.
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