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Washoe County earned its designation as a Recovery Friendly Workplace by the Foundation for Recovery, a program sponsored by the State of Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. The Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative empowers employers with training, tools, and resources to better address mental health and substance use in the workplace and celebrate a culture of recovery. 

Reno Justice Court Introduces HER Court, A Therapeutic Court in Northern Nevada Dedicated to Women

Reno Justice Court is proud to announce HER Court (Hope, Empowerment, Recovery), a therapeutic court program in Northern Nevada dedicated to women. The program launches Monday, October 13, 2025, aligning with Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Banned Books Week 2025: Censorship is so 1984. Read for Your Rights.

Celebrate the freedom to read with Washoe County Library and visit a Banned Books Week display from October 5 through October 11, 2025.

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Bethany Drysdale

Bethany Drysdale

Washoe County Communications Manager

775-313-8582
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Scott Oxarart

Scott Oxarart

Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) Communications Manager

775-276-1021
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Chris Ciarlo

Chris Ciarlo

HSA Communications Manager

775-337-4500
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Kendall Holcomb

Kendall Holcomb

District Attorney PIO

775-328-3200
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Jamie Hemingway

Jamie Hemingway

Library System PIO

775-327-8360
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Senior Technology Systems Administrator

💻 Are you a tech pro ready for your next challenge? 🌟 Join Washoe County as a Senior Technology Systems Administrator! 💼 Don’t miss out — apply by October 28, 2025! ⏰

Technology Systems Technician I

💻🔧 Ready to put your tech skills to work? Washoe County Technology Services is hiring a Technology Systems Technician! 📅 Apply by 10/13/2025 and take the next step in your career with a team that keeps our community connected. 🌟👉 Don’t wait—your future in tech starts here!

Deputy Public Defender

Join the Fight for Justice in Northern Nevada! The Washoe County Public Defender’s Office is hiring Deputy Public Defenders – advocate for clients, grow your career, and live where others vacation. 💼🏔️ Apply now – salary starts at $112,694 + full benefits! #PublicDefender #LegalJobs #RenoNV #CriminalDefense #NowHiring