Job Opportunities 1/19/16

Universal Protection Service is seeking Security Professional candidates for full and part time positions at a variety of sites located in Seattle. Pay rates range from $12.40 to $15.00 per hour depending on site and position. Go to universalpro.com/careers.html to see the positions that are currently available and start your application process.

Trader Joe’s is opening a location in Shoreline and they are hiring for crew. The store is located at 1201 N 175th St, Shoreline 98133. Check out traderjoes.com/careers to get more information on what Trader Joe’s can offer you as an employer. Applications are accepted in person Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. You can print off an application from their website to have it completed before you arrive or get an application from the store.

CenturyLink is holding a hiring event to fill more than 100 positions in King and Pierce Counties. The event will be open to veterans from 11am to 12pm. After noon, non-veterans will be welcomed. They are looking for installation technicians and trainees. Successful candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be able to work full time and meet hiring criteria including a background check and drug test. The event will be on on Thursday, January 21 at WorkSource Auburn, 2707 I Street NE in Auburn from 11am to 1pm.

WorkSource Downtown is hosting a Hospitality Employer Panel and Recruiting Event on Wednesday, January 27 from 1-3:30pm. The first half of the event will be a panel where the employers will present information about the jobs they have available. The second half will give you a chance to speak with the employers one-on-one. Representatives from Beecher’s Cheese, Sheraton Hotels, Tom Douglas Restaurants and other employers will be present. If you wish to attend this event, you must register by going to worksourcedowntown-hospitality.eventbrite.com.

Also, a quick reminder about the Diversity Employment Day Career Fair that will take place on Wednesday, January 20 at Seattle Center from 11am-3pm. Go to citycareerfair.com for more information.

Job Opportunities 12/8/15

Swedish Medical Centers will be holding an interview event on Thursday and Friday, December 10 and 11 from 9am to 4pm. This interview event is for both clinical and non-clinical positions including administrative, patient service and food service at all the Swedish locations. The interviews will be held at the Met Park East Building 1730 Minor Avenue Suite 400. Please RSVP by going to this link. You can search available positions by going to swedish.jobs.

Ashley Furniture is hiring for several positions in the Seatac and Tacoma areas. Open interviews will be held on Tuesday, December 15 at the Worksource Pierce Office at 1305 Tacoma Ave S, Suite 201 in Tacoma. They are looking for people to fill Warehouse, Porters, Sales, and Management positions. The event is from 1-2pm. The following are links for the job descriptions:

Upholstery Repair Technician

Sales Associate

Warehouse Associate

Store Manager

Tacoma will also be hosting a “Get Hired” Job Fair presented by Pierce County Library System and Workforce Central. This event will take place on Tuesday, December 15 from 3-6pm. The job fair will be preceded by a networking workshop from 2-3pm. This event will be held at the Pierce County Library Administrative Center at 3005 112th St E in Tacoma.

DSHS and YWCA are now offering the Resources to Initiate Successful Employment, or RISE, program. This is a pilot program that is looking to help people with multiple barriers to successful employment and may lack employment experience. For more information about this exciting opportunity to gain skills and employment, call Larissa Lincoln at 425-264-1425 or Trina Aboulhoson at 206-436-8618. 

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Job Opportunities 11/24/2015

Every year, United Way King County helps people complete their tax returns and maximize refunds. They are looking for Community Outreach Specialists to get the word out on this service. Outreach will occur from January to March and the position will be 10-15 hours per week at $15/hour. Training will occur in December and no prior outreach experience is required. Email your cover letter and résumé to cgavell@uwkc.org or call 206-461-4562 for more information. Apply by November 25 to be considered. We apologize for the late notice on this posting.

Macy’s is holding a hiring event on Saturday, November 28 from 10:30am to 3pm at their Executive Offices in Southcenter Mall. There will be wayfinding signs or you can ask a Macy’s associate for directions to the offices. Individual interviews will be held during this event. Please plan on 1-2 hours to complete the application and interview. For further information, call Laurinda Kravis at 253-426-8619 or email Laurinda.Kravis@macys.com.

FedEx is hiring part time package handlers in Kent. There will be a hiring event on Tuesday, December 1 from 1-4pm at the Rainier Worksource Office, 2531 Rainier Ave S in Seattle.

People with Limited English proficiency or limited employment history in the United States are encouraged to attend the Multilingual and Multicultural Job Fair at Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St in Everett. This event will be held in the Jackson Building from 10 am to 2pm on Wednesday, December 2.

Consolidated Aviation Services will be holding open interviews on Thursday, December 3rd from 10am to 2pm in the Airport Jobs office at SeaTac airport. They are looking for part time customer service agents. People in this position help passengers find their way to and from their gates, navigate through customs and immigration and reschedule passengers after flight delays or interruptions. You can bring your résumé with you to the event or send your résumé to rsanpedro@casusa.com before attending.

Job Opportunities 11/17/15

The YWCA Career Pathways Program supports students pursuing a Medical Administrative Assistant certificate at South Seattle College or Seattle Vocational Institute. There will be a workshop at YWCA Career Center Greenbridge at 9720 8th Ave SW in Seattle to learn more about the training opportunities and how this program can open doors in a growing industry. The workshop will be on Thursday, November 19 from 10:30 to 11:30am. If you can’t make this one, the same workshop will be held on Tuesday, December 1st at the Downtown Worksource Office and Thursday, December 3rd at the Rainier Worksource Office. Register for any of these dates by calling 206-436-8633 or emailing Jan Johnson at jjohnson@ywcaworks.org.

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Bartell Drugs is holding a career fair on Thursday, November 19 from 10am to 2:30pm at their corporate center in West Seattle, 4025 Delridge Way SW, Suite 400. They are looking for a variety of candidates including seasonal cashiers, pharmacy techs and warehouse staff. Bring a copy of your résumé and 3 professional references.

KWA Cares is hiring a home care supervisor for their Federal Way office. The home care supervisor provides management, scheduling and support to the caregivers that work for KWA. The supervisor needs a high school diploma and two years of supervisory experience. Go to kwacares.org/jobs to complete an online application.  

Friends of Youth is offering a Free GED Prep Class to King County youth ages 16-25 who are not currently enrolled in school. Friends of Youth also offers additional assistance in planning for and achieving educational goals. Classes are offered in Redmond and Kirkland. For more information on these classes, call Education Specialist Darlene Germino at 425-614-6683 or email darleneg@friendsofyouth.org.

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Job Opportunities 11/10/15

Eurest Dining is hiring for 3 full time cooks on the Microsoft campus in Redmond. Eurest only accepts online applications. Follow this link to learn more and apply for this position.

ResCare is hiring in home care givers and CNAs all around Washington State. Care givers help older adults and people with disabilities stay independent and live a full life. Go to rescare.com/careers to search the openings near you

Target Stores are holding a recruiting and interviewing event in Renton on Friday, November 13. Full and part time positions are available in several different roles. Register for this event at target-worksource.eventbrite.com. You can also apply prior to the event at jobs.target.com.

Matheson is holding a job fair on Sunday, November 15 and Monday, November 16. They are hiring for about 120 temporary material handlers, forklift operators, clerks and leads. These positions will be from November 27th through January 1st. They prefer that you apply online as soon as possible to get your application processed rather than going to the job fair. Go to http://jobs.mathesoninc.com/job-fair-november-15-16-jobs-up-to-22-68-per-hour/job/5692480 to apply. The Job Fair will be 10am to 2pm on the 15th and 9am to 1pm on the 16th at Building E, 18414 80th Court South in Kent. This building is not the same as the main Matheson warehouse near the airport. See Kathy or Kristy at those times. Again, you do not need to go to the job fair if you have completed the online application.

PTI is hiring van drivers in Seattle. There will be 2 sessions on Wednesday, November 18th at 10 am and 1pm. The interviews will be held at the PTI South Seattle Office at 5700 6th Ave S,Suite 104. They are looking for drivers who have had their license for at least 7 years and have a clean driving record. Bring 2 forms of government issued ID to this event. To learn more or apply online, go to professionaltransportationinc.com/careers.

Job Opportunities 11/3/15

There will be a job fair geared toward veterans on Monday, November 9 at AMVETS. AMVETS is located at 5717 S Tyler St in Tacoma. The job fair will be held from 10am to 2 pm and will feature dozens of employers. Bring your résumé and be prepared to speak with employers. No registration is required. For more information, contact Mauricio Kenny at 253-593-7364.

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene is hosting a 1st Congressional District Career Fair at the Lake Washington Institute of Technology East Building on Thursday, November 12 from 11am to 1:30pm. Lake Washington Institute of Technology is at 11605 132nd Ave NE in Kirkland. This fair will have employers from King, Snohomish, Skagit and Whatcom counties. Please register at wa01careerfair.eventbrite.com.

The Transportation Security Administration is hiring for Security Officers at the SeaTac Airport. These positions offer federal benefits and ongoing training. Full and part time positions start at $15.95 per hour. The TSA requires all officers to be U.S. citizens. You can apply online at tsajobs.tsa.dhs.gov.

South Seattle College offers a range of short term training programs starting this winter. From an introduction to using computers in the workplace to industrial manufacturing and healthcare certifications, you can find a program that can help you succeed in finding a satisfying career that provides stability. Many of these programs are free to people who are enrolled in programs like Food Stamps or Unemployment benefits. Go to startnextquarter.org or call the WorkForce Education Office at 206-934-5835 to explore the available options. 

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Job Opportunities 10/20/15

Elwood Staffing is looking for a variety of warehouse workers in both temp and temp-to-hire positions. They will be meeting with candidates every day from the 20th to the 23rd from 9:30am to 11:30am. The last check-in is at 11:15. This event will take place at 8009 South 180th St, Suite 114 in Kent. Please look at the position descriptions at elwoodstaffing.com/jobsearch and selecting the Washington – Kent Branch.

Unions represent a wide variety of industries and give workers greater control over wages and contracts. There will be a Union Jobs Fair on Wednesday, October 28 from 4pm to 8pm at South Seattle College’s Georgetown campus in Building E. The Georgetown Campus is located at 6737 Corson Ave S. Contact the King County Labor Council Office at office@mlkclc.org or 206-441-8510 for more information on this event.

WorkSource North Seattle is hosting a Public Sector Job Fair on Thursday, October 29 from 12 to 3pm. The job fair will be held at North Seattle College in the Opportunity Center for Employment & Education at 9600 College Way North. City, state and federal employers will be present and assistance with online applications will be available. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-sector-job-fair-tickets-18998389695.

If you are interested in starting a career in warehouse and logistics work, South Seattle College can get you started with a free 8 week training. The training covers flagging and traffic control, order fulfillment, industrial safety as well as a 2 week internship to get you started. Classes start Monday, October 26 and are held Monday to Friday from 11:30am to 6:00pm.  Contact the WorkForce Education Office at 206-934-5835 or Chris Hansen at christopher.hansen@seattlecolleges.edu with any questions.

Job Opportunities 10/13/15

WorkSource is hosting a Fall Job Fair on Thursday, October 15 from 10am to 12:30pm. This event will be held at the Worksource Downtown Office on the second floor of YWCA OpportunityPlace, 2034 3rd Ave. Many employers will be there looking for candidates. Bring your resume and be prepared to speak to employers. Register at worksourcedowntownjobfair.eventbrite.com.

Staffmark is hiring for full-time, temp warehouse jobs. The event will be Friday, October 16 with sessions at 12 and 2 pm. Register for your preferred session at worksource-staffmark.eventbrite.com. This event will be held at WorkSourceRenton, 500 SW 7th St, #100, Renton 98057. These jobs are general labor and require the ability to stand for 8 or more hours a day and continual lifting of 50+ pounds.

Menzies Aviation is hiring for ramp agents. There will be an open interview at the Airport Jobs office on Tuesday, October 20th from 10am to 2pm. Prior to attending apply online at menziesaviation.com or bring an up to date résumé. Getting to the airport is easy and quick. The Link Light Rail drops off at the SeaTac airport. If you are driving to this event, parking is validated for airport job search activity. Just bring your parking payment ticket to the Airport Jobs office and they will validate it for you.

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is hiring for more than 30 manufacturing and construction workers in King and Snohomish Counties. They are holding a recruiting event on Thursday, October 22 with sessions at 9, 10:15 and 11:30am. This event will be held at the WorkSource office in North Seattle College, 9600 College Way North. These jobs pay between $20-$45/hour. Register for this event at worksource-madden.eventbrite.com.

King County Metro is hiring for part time drivers. No commercial driving experience is necessary and paid training will be provided. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and hold a Washington driver’s license. Metro is looking for people to work morning and afternoon shifts. Go to kingcounty.gov/transportation/kcdot/MetroTransit/Jobs/DriveForMetro.aspx for more information.

Job Opportunities 10/6/15

Holiday shopping season is coming up. Southcenter Mall is holding a job fair to fill seasonal and permanent positions.  More than 40 employers located at Southcenter Mall will be present to fill these positions. The Job Fair will be on Tuesday, October 13 with sessions at 4pm and 5:30pm. Register at worksource-southcenter.eventbrite.com.

United Career Fairs is holding an event on Tuesday, October 13 at the Sheraton Hotel in Bellevue. At this fair, each company will give a short presentation on what positions are available and job seekers will get to meet hiring managers for the jobs that they are interested in. The event starts promptly at 6pm and will be targeted at sales and marketing positions. Business attire is required and pre-registration is recommended. 

UPS is holding a job fair on October 14 from 10am to 1pm. It will take place at Neighborhood House, 9800 8th Ave SW in Seattle. Many positions are available and UPS offers a wide variety of benefits.

KWA Cares is hiring for more than 20 in home caregivers. Caregivers work one on one with elderly and disabled clients with everyday activities. The schedule is flexible and you can pick your location. Apply at kwacares.org/jobs. Follow up calls should go to 253-946-1995.

Registration is open for classes at Goodwill. They offer a wide variety of programs to help people find work including retail training, GED preparation, and Microsoft Office applications. For registration details and information on available classes, call 206-860-5791 or go to seattlegoodwill.org/job-training-and-education/centers/seattle. 

Job Opportunities 9/29/15

Amazon is hiring part-time fulfillment associates. These positions are at their warehouse in Kent. It is a fast paced job with a variable schedule. Apply at workatamazonfulfillment.com. Amazon will be starting the hiring process very soon so get your application in as soon as possible.

Taylor Farms NW is holding a job fair on Thursday, October 1 from 12pm to 3pm at 8212 S 228th St Bldg B,Kent 98032. They are looking for production workers who can handle all food products. These positions have regular schedules and include benefits.

Target Stores are holding a hiring event on Wednesday, October 7 at WorkSource Renton. Sessions start at 1 and 2:30pm. Managers will be present to do interviews. They are looking for full time, part time and seasonal workers for many positions and shifts.  Register for this event at www.worksource-target.eventbrite.com. You can also complete your application online prior to the event at jobs.target.com.

There will be an Aerospace, Maritime and Manufacturing Job Fair on Tuesday, October 6th at South Seattle College’s Georgetown Campus 6737 Corson Ave S, Bldg C in the Worksource office. There will be 2 sessions at 1:30 and 3pm. More than 20 employers will be there to find entry level and experienced workers in a variety of positions. Registration is required. Go to worksourcessc.eventbrite.com to register and find more information.

Job Opportunities 9/22/15

Kapstone Container is hiring 10 full time, entry level production workers. This position pays more than $18/hour after 90 days. The recruiting event will be on Thursday, September 24th at the WorkSource office in South Seattle College’s Georgetown Campus, located at 6737 Corson Ave S, Seattle, 98108. Two sessions will be held at 8:30am and 1pm. Registration is required at worksource-kapstone.eventbrite.com. 

Prospect Airport Services is hiring for passenger service agents and baggage handlers. The Open Interviews will be Wednesday, September 30th and Thursday, October 1st from 10am to 2pm in the Airport Jobs Office. Applicants must be able to show eligibility to work in the US, be able to lift 70 pounds and be available for variable shifts including weekends and holidays.

WinCo Foods is opening a new store in Edmonds and they are looking for a variety of employees. Applications are only accepted online. Click on this link for a complete list of available positions.

Goodwill’s Youth Green Corps is looking for people 18 to 24 that are not currently employed or in school. The 8 month work readiness program gives young adults an opportunity to build a strong work history while providing training in job search and computer skills. Participants will be working on forest restoration and environmental stewardship in the Seattle Parks while getting career focused training at Goodwill. The program runs from October 2015 to June 2016. Contact Alison Gerttula at alison.gerttula@seattlegoodwill.org for more information.

Job Opportunities 9/8/15

Elwood Staffing is holding a multi-day hiring event every day from Tuesday 9/8 to Friday 9/11 9:30am-11:30am. They will be filling temporary and temp to hire labor and warehouse positions. This event will take place at 8009 South 180th St, Suite 114, Kent 98032. You can streamline the process by completing the application from home at elwoodjobs.com. Bring ID that proves your right to work in the United States such as social security card, birth certificate or unexpired passport.

Hertz Rental Cars Hiring Day is Tuesday, September 15 from 4:00 to 7:00pm. They are hiring for service attendants, counter sales representatives, and courtesy bus drivers. This event will take place at Hertz, 3150 S 160th St, Seattle 98188. RSVP with raychelle.brooks@hertz.com. Bring an updated resume. You can also apply prior to the event at www.hertz.jobs.

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Worksource Redmond is hosting a fun event that will help you develop your pitch to employers. This event is focused on IT job seekers and will have some employers from the tech industry there. It will be held at the Redmond Library, 15990 NE 85th St in Redmond on Wednesday, September 16 from 1-4pm. Registration is required at www.worksourceredmond.eventbrite.com. 

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Job Opportunities 8/25/15

Beecher’s Cheese at SeaTac Airport is holding a hiring event on Tuesday, September 1 from 10am to 1pm. Counter/Sandwich Prep and Barista positions are open. Successful candidates should have at least one year of high volume food service experience, be a nonsmoker and have the ability to work variable shifts. This event will be at the Airport Jobs Office at SeaTac Airport, Mezzanine Level, Room 6626. You can fill out an application ahead of time at sugarmtn.net/join.html. 

WorkSource is partnering with Seattle Housing Authority and King County Housing Authority to hold a Resource and Job Fair on Saturday, August 29 from 10am to 2pm at the Rainier Community Center, located at 4600 38th Ave S, Seattle WA. This event will have more than 40 employers and other community organizations. This event is for individuals and families. Children can receive a free backpack while supplies last. Contact Lydia Assefa-Dawson at lydiaad@kcha.org or Thu Thai Duong at thu.duong@seattlehousing.org for more information.

REI is hiring for more than 100 Seasonal Call Center workers. There will be a recruiting event on Wednesday,September 2 from 1pm to 5pm at WorkSource Auburn, 2707 I Street NE, Auburn. Go to worksource-rei.eventbrite.com to complete the required registration for one of the three sessions. At the event, you can meet staff, learn about working at REI and get more information about the application and interview process.

YMCA is holding a Young Adult Services Career Day on Tuesday, September 1 from 10am to 5pm at the 2100 Building, located at 2100 24th Ave S in Community Room B. No registration is required. This is a full service career fair with résumé and interview coaching, help with applications and hiring managers looking for entry level employees. For more information, contact Mary Von Seggern at mvonseggern@seattleymca.org.

Job Opportunities 7/21/15

AlliedBarton Security is hiring for multiple positions in Seattle. There are openings for security officers all over the King County area. Go to jobs.alliedbarton.com for more information about this opportunity.

Marriott Hotels have many openings for positions in hospitality and food service at various locations in and around Seattle. Go to marriott.com/careers to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.

AirServ is holding open interviews on Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to 2pm. This event is looking for Lav and Water Drivers, Cabin Service and Janitorial Agents. Interviews will take place at the Airport Jobs office in the SeaTac Airport. You must complete an online application prior to the interview in order to be considered.

Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Region is holding a hiring event in Tacoma on July 30^th from 3pm to 5:30pm. This event includes positions in Kent, Auburn and Federal Way. The event will be held at Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center 714 South 27th Street Tacoma, WA 98409. On the spot interviews will take place at this event for those who complete an application.

If you have had difficulty getting past the background check when applying for a job, you may benefit from job readiness training. It will take place from Tuesday, July 28th to Friday, July 31st 9am to 3:30pm at the South Seattle College Georgetown Campus. Contact Terry Pile for more information on this workshop.

Seattle Jobs Initiative is starting a training program for welding and manufacturing. Participants will learn job skills for entry level positions in welding, soldering, and metal shop work. The training program is Monday to Friday for 22 weeks at South Seattle College. Contact the Manufacturing Career Navigator at TRAC Associates at 206-443-9999 to get more information and sign up.

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Job Opportunities 7/14/15

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Multi-Service Center is offering orientations for the THRIVEprogram. THRIVE offers employment case management and assistance for people over 18 that meet any of the following criteria: immigrant or refugee, currently homeless or have a disability. Orientations are held at the MSC offices in Kent and Federal Way. If you are interested in participating in this program, please email Melanie Mairs at melaniem@mschelps.org to RSVP for an orientation.

The 15^th Annual Diversity Employment DayCareer Fair will be held on Tuesday, July 21^st from 11am to 3pm at the ShoWare Center in Kent. Multicultural/Bilingual, People with Disabilities, Women, LGBT, Veterans and Mature candidates are encouraged to attend. Over 55 major employers will be represented. Business attire and résumés are required for this event.

Lowe’s is hiring for several positions in the Seattle area. There are driver and customer service positions open. Go to careers.lowes.com for full job descriptions and application instruction.

Milgard Windows and Doors is holding a hiring event at their Tacoma facility on Thursday, July 23^rd from 12pm-2pm. Milgard is hiring for production and warehouse workers as well as drivers. Milgard Manufacturing is located at 965 54^th Ave E, Tacoma 98424. Candidates are encouraged to submit their resume online at milgard.com/careers before the event.

Senior Services has several positions open. They provide many vital services such as Meals on Wheels and the Hyde Shuttle transportation to the elders in our community. They are looking for several drivers and a warehouse assistant. Full job descriptions and application information is available at seniorservices.org/connectwithus/employment.  

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Job Opportunities 6/23/15

This message is about job opportunities in the Seattle area.

Oakwood Worldwide will have a hiring event for cleaning, maintenance and customer service positions in Tukwila and Downtown Seattle. Interviews will be held on Friday, June 26 from 7am to 7pm at 3215 South 116th Street, Suite 121 Tukwila, WA 98168. For more information, go to oakwoodworldwide.com/careers

If you are interested in getting for a job with the State of Washington, you can attend a seminar on applying for jobs with the state. This seminar will be held on Wednesday, July 8^th at the Downtown YWCA Worksource Office at 2024 3^rd Ave from 10am to noon. The event is open to everyone but registration is required. Email Paul.Valenti@seattle.gov with your name and email address if you would like to attend.

Goodwill has more than 70 openings around Seattle. Many jobs are entry level and offer benefits. Part time and full time positions are open. Go to seattlegoodwill.org/jobs to learn more.

Seattle Building Maintenance has several openings for janitors. Call their job line at 425-644-2564 for more information.

QFC is hiring for many grocery and cashier positions at various locations. Go to jobs.kroger.com to get a list of the open positions near you.

Northwest Center is an organization that specializes in working with people who have disabilities. There are several positions through Northwest Center including Warehouse Worker, Custodian and Donation Pod Attendant. Go to nwcenter.org/career for job descriptions and application information.

People with conviction histories can learn more effective job search strategies at The Ex-Con Job Search Workshop will be on Tuesday, June 30 from 10am to noon at the Central Building 810 3^rd Ave.

South Seattle College is enrolling for Summer Home Care Aide classes. These classes are free to low income people and those receiving Basic Food benefits. They are also directed toward people who would like to increase their English literacy. Classes are Tuesday through Thursday from 9am-3:30pm. Contact Adela.Saenz@seattlecolleges.edu at 206-931-2839 or Judi.Johnson@seattlecolleges.edu at 206-934-5211 for more information and enrollment.

The Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens will be holding Computer Basics I and II classes starting in July.  Classes are every Thursday from 9:30am-2pm at the Central Building 810 3rd Avenue, Suite 449. For more information, leave a message for Lynda Hunter at 206-233-2783 or email Lynda.Hunter@seattle.gov.