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I was a temp worker here and while my team and immediate supervisor were supportive and easy to work with, upper management was a nightmare. I was terminated after sending an email to upper management voicing multiple concerns about how some situations were being handled. I had no previous warnings or performance concerns. Multiple team members and even my immediate supervisor agreed that the email was not grounds for termination. My immediate supervisor didn’t even know I was being terminated. The worst part is, the same day I was terminated, I received a call asking if I was interested in taking a lead position. Upper management didn’t even have the common decency to address my concerns, get my side of the story, or communicate in general. Instead they found it easier to simply terminate me. They failed to take accountability for any of the issues brought up. I won’t work for an organization where upper management would rather terminate employees than take the time to truly discuss their concerns. They make it crystal clear that they are on a separate tier from others below them and fail to communicate across the board. It is a good place to work if you don’t ever rock the boat. Other than that they will toss you overboard without a second thought. 

We received batches of ballots and as a team, we were supposed to organize and sort the ballots by precinct. We completed paperwork at the end of each day as directed.
I was really amazed by the entire process of the voting system. Up until that time, I was basically unaware of the "behind-the-scenes" activity that goes on during the election season.
The management was patient as they taught us what was expected. They gave us clear directions and answered questions as needed.
My co-workers were friendly and very laid-back. This made the workplace culture very comfortable.
The hardest part of the job was that it was a temporary opportunity.
The most enjoyable part of the job were my co-workers and supervisor.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Colleagues are amazing, plenty of opportunities for training and mentorship

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Insane caseloads in misdemeanors, limited support, management will promise anything they want and then never deliver, they are not to be trusted unless it's in writing.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Amazing, I've never worked with more dedicated attorneys, I truly enjoyed my time there and had it not been for the case loads I would have stayed. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
You're in court like 4 days a week if you're lucky. Most likely 5.

The job wasn't difficult, my coworkers were. My experience working for the county bordered on comical, with how often my "being a minority" was brought up by my coworkers. Management was worse.  My looks were critiqued by my boss, something that hadn't happened since I worked in fast food a decade ago. It was a humiliating and tough experience working for thurston county. They don't have any respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion, or anything else that might have made someone in my position feel included.

I worked at this office for almost 20 years and worked my way up from a temporary data entry clerk to a supervisor during that time.  I learned a lot and really grew with the office.  At times I found it difficult working with upper management, but for the most part it was a very positive experience.

The organization oversees multiple elements of living in Thurston County. The diversity and interaction with citizens is gratifying and informative. Employees from the many departments went out of their way to assist in helping answer constituent questions and resolve problems.

They were amazing to work for. Made Lots of Friends. management was Great the pay was actually pretty good for Working in all weather conditions which could be hard considering weather was hot when i was working there but working with people that made you feel like your part of the Family

I honestly can't give the best answer for what my work with Thurston County was like. Specifically, I worked for an organization that was contracted by the county's department of social and health services. This was five years ago.

When working at Thurston County, I work hard but am not often  expected to work more that 40 hours. Most staff are genuinely nice.  The benefits are great.  Salary is good...great considering the hours I work and the reasonableness of management.

I worked here for 25 years. There are many workers here that take great pride in their jobs. The citizens of Thurston County are wonderful and it is a great place to live if you can afford it.

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