Timesheets Due Thursday
All Employees: Complete your timesheet by 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 10. Time should be recorded for the June 28 - July 11 pay period.
Supervisors: Please approve timesheets for your employees by 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 10.
If you have timesheet questions, email payroll.
P-Card Statements Due Tuesday
P-Card holders: Reconcile and submit your June procurement card statements to Finance by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8. All statements require two signatures. Download statements through the P-Card portal.
Volunteer Time Off
We're halfway through the calendar year! Have you used any of your paid volunteer time off? Union County provides 16 paid hours off for full-time or benefited part-time employees to use in service with approved community service agencies or organizations. Don't let the rest of the year go by without taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity to serve our community. Review the policy details and submit a Volunteer Time Off request form on County Connect.
Floating Holiday
Eligible employees receive one floating holiday per year. If you have banked holiday hours, use this time by Friday, Nov. 1, before the annual holiday leave resets. Review the full policy information on page 23 of the Personnel Resolution for additional details.
Employee Health & Wellness Center is Open!
The Union County Employee Health & Wellness Center is officially open! This new resource is available exclusively to Union County employees, retirees, spouses, and dependents who are covered under the County’s health plan. Operated by Atrium Health, the Center offers:
- Same-day or next-day care
- Preventive and wellness visits
- Common prescriptions
- and more - at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
Check out the dedicated website for the Union County Employee Health & Wellness Center to review available services, hours, frequently asked questions, a link to schedule appointments online, and a phone number for those who prefer to call. Read more about it on County Connect.
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 The IT department is excited to officially launch a new and more robust helpdesk ticketing system. This upgraded system replaces our current helpdesk platform and was designed with you in mind, with enhanced communication, making it easier, faster, and more efficient to get the support you need. Employees may submit requests for assistance by email, phone or through County Connect. For the best experience, you will need to sign in to your Union County account with the link in the top right corner (pictured above).
Learn more about this enhanced resource on County Connect.
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Public Communications Earns State, National and International Awards for Excellence
Congratulations to the Public Communications department, led by Liz Cooper, for recently earning seven prestigious awards at the state, national and international levels!
“These recognitions are a testament to the exceptional talent and dedication of our Communications team, as well as the strong collaboration we have with County departments,” Cooper said. Read more about the accomplishments and the award-winning projects. The team will be recognized at the next Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 14.
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Kendra Baucom Earns National Certification for Parks and Recreation
Congratulations to Park Ranger Kendra Baucom (Parks & Recreation) for recently achieving certification as a Certified Park and Recreation Professional by the National Certification Board and the National Recreation and Park Association.
Individuals certified as CPRPs meet high standards of education, expertise and experience established in the field for park and recreation professionals.
“I am very proud of Kendra for obtaining this nationally recognized certification," said Jim Chaffin, Parks & Recreation Director. "While this is not a requirement for her current position, it will help her and our department in the future." Kendra will now be recognized as a Senior Park Ranger.
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Deepfake, Deep Trouble: Watch Out for AI-Generated Scams
This month’s cyber tip involves artificial intelligence (AI)-powered impersonation, and it’s more convincing than ever. Cybercriminals are using deepfake voice and video technology to impersonate government officials. Their goal? To trick you into clicking a malicious link and handing over your personal data.
Here’s how the scam works:
- You receive a text or call from someone claiming to be a government official.
- The scammer tries to build trust, sounding genuine, friendly and authoritative.
- They send a link to “download” or “connect,” but clicking it infects your device or allows the attacker to steal your data.
Here are ways to protect yourself:
- Stay skeptical of unfamiliar contacts.
- If someone you don’t know tries to get personal quickly, especially claiming to be an important figure, verify their identity.
- Don’t click strange links.
- If you didn’t ask for it, don’t click it. Even if it looks official, it could lead to malware or phishing sites.
Real government officials won’t contact you through messaging apps or ask you to download anything. When in doubt, report it as phishing and ignore it. Stay safe!
See more digital security information on County Connect.
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Looking to refresh your work wardrobe? Check out the new Port Authority® Performance Fine Jacquard Polo now in the UC Store! This polo features lightweight, breathable fabric with subtle jacquard texture for a stylish, professional look that keeps you comfortable. It’s available in multiple colors for both men and women, affordably priced at $31.20, and you can order as few as one.
View all branded products available in the UC Store.
Looking for a product not currently offered in the UC Store? Email our UC Store vendor to request a custom order.
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