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We deliver high quality, cost effective support services to state government. DES features expertise in statewide contracting, training, printing & mail operations, human resources and financial systems, facilities management, and care of the state capitol grounds and buildings.

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  • Blended virtual instructor-led trainings increase engagement and inclusion

    Blended virtual instructor-led trainings increase engagement and inclusion

    Remote work became the norm for much of the Washington state workforce in 2020. That summer, the Department of Enterprise Services’…
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 28
    In-person learning makes a comeback

    In-person learning makes a comeback

    It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago, on-site in-person courses were common, and in many settings, they were the norm. I feel a…
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 27
    eLearning: An essential part of training and development

    eLearning: An essential part of training and development

    In-person instructor-led training (ILT) and virtual instructor-led training (VILT) took a hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. As…
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 26
    We Are DES: Meet Craig Velthuysen, ETS

    We Are DES: Meet Craig Velthuysen, ETS

    This is a part of our featured story series “We Are DES.” These stories will introduce you to an individual at DES and the work they do to…
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 22
    We Are DES: Meet Vaughn Valentine

    We Are DES: Meet Vaughn Valentine

    Name: Vaughn Valentine
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 12
    We Are DES: Meet Antoinette Wynne, C&P

    We Are DES: Meet Antoinette Wynne, C&P

    Name: Antoinette Wynne Division: Contracts & Procurement Job title: Language Access Analyst What year did you start at DES? 2020 What year…
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    WaStateDES
    Jul 7
    Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

    Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

    Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events or situations that happen during childhood and lead to long-term stress. This…
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    WaStateDES
    Jun 30
    Trauma-Informed Workplaces

    Trauma-Informed Workplaces

    A trauma-informed approach to supervision can make the difference when fostering healthy interactions in the workplace. In this article, we…
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    WaStateDES
    Jun 30
    We Are DES: Meet Kevin Battin

    We Are DES: Meet Kevin Battin

    Name: Kevin Battin Division: Buildings & Grounds Job title: Construction and Maintenance Superintendent 3 and Grounds Shop Supervisor What…
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    WaStateDES
    Jun 21
    We Are DES: Meet Jennifer McWaid

    We Are DES: Meet Jennifer McWaid

    Name: Jennifer McWaid
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    WaStateDES
    Jun 10
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