CANCELLED - Life in Limbo Training for County Employees
This training has been cancelled due to low sign-up numbers. Join fellow county employees for Life in Limbo, an interactive workshop about living in foster care. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a child in foster care? Or a foster parent? Or how can a mom lose her child to foster care? Life in Limbo is an interactive workshop created by Fostering Great Ideas, a nonprofit organization working to restore hope to children and youth in foster care through innovative ideas built on meaningful relationships. In this role play about foster care, participants will step into the shoes of birth parents, foster parents, and the displaced children, and learn what it feels like to live their lives. The workshop will be facilitated by Angela Bollo-Higgins, Regional Director of External Relations for Crossnore Communities for Children.
Notice - Description: CANCELLED - Life in Limbo Training for County Employees.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 12:00 PM.
200 College Street, Asheville 28801.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$559/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$757/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Last day to submit FY25 line-item transfer requests
Contact budget@buncombecounty.org for more information.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
Wellworks Financial Wellbeing - Debt
Wellness Programs (Internal)
The Be Well portal offers the Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series every Wednesday bi-monthly at 11am EST.
Financial Wellness is an important component of living a happy, stress-free life. The series will help you achieve success by defining financial wellness and providing a roadmap for improving your current financial situation. These informative webinars are available through the Be Well portal, which is accessible by all Buncombe County staff. There are also other valuable financial wellness articles and recordings located in the Learning Center page of the site. Earn 10 Be Well Points for participating. Make sure to enter your attendance in the Be Well portal in order to receive your points. Regular employees who complete various wellness activities worth a total of 150 points or more will be eligible for eight (8) HHE (Healthy Hours Earned) per 6-month period, or up to sixteen (16) HHE per year. Participants with 200 or more points will be included in an end of session raffle for fabulous…
Notice - Description: Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series - Debt. Workday Learning Link: Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series Registration Link.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual.
For more info visit us06web.zoom.us. Yoga After Work (Free 4 week series)
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Unwind while earning 10 BeWell points. Join your coworkers for Yoga After Work, a free, four-week series taught by a certified yoga instructor. The sessions will provide you with a basic understanding of yoga, postures, and breath work, which is essential to helping you calm and soothe your nervous system.
Bring an exercise mat, comfy clothes, water, and enjoy the many health benefits yoga has to offer. We will have mats for those that do not have one. Physical activity and breath work can make a big difference in mental well-being!
What: Free yoga after work
When: Wednesdays: July 9, July 16, July 23, and July 30 from 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Where: 40 Coxe Ave. Ground floor conference room
Registration: No need to RSVP, just show up!
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Notice - Description: Yoga After Work (Free 4 week series).
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM.
40 Coxe Ave. Ground Floor Conference Room.
For more info visit intranet.buncombe.org. Crucial Accountability
Connector Import
Comfortable having crucial conversations? Level up by gaining the tools to hold others (and ourselves) accountable.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$769/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
County Commission District 3 Town Hall
Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 3 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Ferguson Auditorium on the campus of A-B Tech. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
A-B Tech, Ferguson Auditorium.
For more info visit engage.buncombecounty.org. Submit invoices dated June 30 or prior
Contact ap@buncombecounty.org for more information.
Friday, July 25, 2025.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, July 28, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Next Level Coaching: GROW model
Connector Import
Learn the GROW coaching model (Goal, Reality, Options, Will Do) and how to use it effectively when coaching others in the organization.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$771/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
July 2025 TEDTalk (Virtual)
Connector Import
In July's TED Talk, How to Turn a Group of Strangers into a Team, Harvard Professor Amy Edmondson discusses the idea of "teaming" where people come together quickly (and often temporarily) to solve new, urgent or unusual problems.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$791/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Emotional Intelligence
Connector Import
Great leaders have a high degree of emotional intelligence (EI) and awareness of what they're feeling, what their emotions mean, and how these emotions can affect other people. In this session you’ll learn how improving your EI can foster greater communication and help you to connect with others on a deeper level.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$770/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Yoga After Work (Free 4 week series)
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Unwind while earning 10 BeWell points. Join your coworkers for Yoga After Work, a free, four-week series taught by a certified yoga instructor. The sessions will provide you with a basic understanding of yoga, postures, and breath work, which is essential to helping you calm and soothe your nervous system.
Bring an exercise mat, comfy clothes, water, and enjoy the many health benefits yoga has to offer. We will have mats for those that do not have one. Physical activity and breath work can make a big difference in mental well-being!
What: Free yoga after work
When: Wednesdays: July 9, July 16, July 23, and July 30 from 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Where: 40 Coxe Ave. Ground floor conference room
Registration: No need to RSVP, just show up!
.
Notice - Description: Yoga After Work (Free 4 week series).
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM.
40 Coxe Ave. Ground Floor Conference Room.
For more info visit intranet.buncombe.org. NC Plans - Local Government Employees' Retirement Planning Webinar
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Hosted by the NC Retirement System -
The Department of State Treasurer Retirement Systems Division will conduct a retirement webinar for members of the Local Governmental Employees Retirement System.
This interactive online web conference will provide an orientation for new members, pre-retirement planning information for members closer to retirement, and educational information for personnel officers and others who handle retirement matters.
Register online.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit www.myncretirement.com. July 2025 TEDTalk (Virtual)
Connector Import
In July's TED Talk, How to Turn a Group of Strangers into a Team, Harvard Professor Amy Edmondson discusses the idea of "teaming" where people come together quickly (and often temporarily) to solve new, urgent or unusual problems.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$792/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Project Management Skills
Connector Import
This is Offering will be an in person cohort. Project management skills are critical to moving things forward. Learn how to get from idea to implementation in this useful course.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$811/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
County Central Article
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Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
N.C. Private Roads and Bridges Program Deadline
The North Carolina Private Road and Bridge Program (NC-PRB) can assist property owners across western North Carolina with damages from Helene. The program:
Prioritizes repairs to private roads/bridges that are the sole access for emergency services to residential properties occupied by the property owner for over six months of the calendar year.
Prioritizes repairs to roads/bridges providing access to multiple residential homes, recreation or commercial facilities.
How to Get Started
If you have a private road, culvert, pipe, or bridge that was damaged or destroyed following Tropical Storm Helene and you are located in Buncombe County, please fill out the NC-PRB Interest Form by August 3, 2025.
You can apply for this program, even if you have applied for FEMA individual assistance.
Need Assistance?
If you need assistance with the form or have general questions about the NC Private Roads and Bridges Program, please contact ncemprb@ncdps.gov or call at 1-844-746-2326.
If you are a disaster survivor who needs…
Notice - Description: N.C. Private Roads and Bridges Program Deadline.
Sunday, August 3, 2025.
For more info visit www.ncdps.gov. Lunch & Learn: Retirement Ready - Medicare Edition!
Connector Import
A big part of Retirement Readiness is understanding the complex world of Medicare. Join our hosts, The Council on Aging of Buncombe County, as they talk about this important topic. This class reviews the basics of Medicare such as eligibility, enrollment periods, and how the parts of Medicare work together. This presentation is suitable for people new to Medicare, caregivers, people leaving employer health insurance for Medicare, and others who help Medicare beneficiaries. Please note: *This session will not be recorded.*.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$800/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
County Commission District 1 Town Hall
Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 1 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Koontz Intermediate School cafeteria. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Workday Learning Link: Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 3 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Koontz Intermediate School cafeteria. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Koontz Intermediate School.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Connector Import
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO: • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. • Understand how to interact with a person in crisis. • Know how to connect a person with help. • Use self-care tools and techniques.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$777/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, August 11, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series - Seated Yoga Nidrā Visualization for an Open Heart (Optional Lie Down)
Wellness Programs (Internal)
The Be Well portal offers the Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series every 2nd or 3rd Wednesday every month at 12pm EST. These are 30 minute sessions. Earn 5 Be Well points.
We live in the fast lane of an every-changing world. It’s important to learn how to cultivate inner peace and release stress through guided meditation. These informative webinars are available through the Be Well portal, which is accessible by all Buncombe County staff. There are also other valuable mental health articles and recordings located in the Learning Center page of the site. Earn 5 Be Well Points for participating. Make sure to enter your attendance in the Be Well portal in order to receive your points. , Regular employees who complete various wellness activities worth a total of 150 points or more will be eligible for eight (8) HHE (Healthy Hours Earned) per 6-month period, or up to sixteen (16) HHE per year. Participants with 200 or more points will be included in an end of session raffle for fabulous prizes. .
Notice - Description: Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series - Seated Yoga Nidrā Visualization for an Open Heart (Optional Lie Down). Workday Learning Link: https://fitpros.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlcO2hpjkrGNxwMnew7h8L8-sWJ6gOcajb#/registration.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
Virtual.
Lunch & Learn: The Ultimate Gold Star Chart: Introducing Boring Self-Care
Connector Import
The Ultimate Gold Star Chart: Introducing Boring Self-Care - August 13 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, This Lunch & Learn is a celebration of boring self-care—the quiet, routine things that keep us afloat when life is a lot. We’ll explore what boring self-care actually means, how it’s deeply rooted in disability justice, and why brushing your teeth counts as resistance. Come for the gold stars, stay for the reminder that you’re allowed to take care of yourself in ways that are small, steady, and incredibly real. This Lunch & Learn session is offered in partnership with the Buncombe County Long-Term Recovery Group (BCLTRG) and the Emotional & Spiritual Support Committee (ESSC). The mission of the BCLTRG is to coordinate county-wide disaster recovery through intentional collaboration. This collaborative approach brings together formal, informal, and emerging organizations engaged in disaster relief and recovery, while also cultivating relationships with community-led efforts to build hyperlocal networks of mutual aid.…
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$728/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$758/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Friday, August 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$560/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mind Works 101
Connector Import
Mind Works is a two-session training that empowers employees to use their knowledge and skills to streamline workflow, improve the end-user experience for our residents, and find better ways of doing things, regardless of how they’ve always been done.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$736/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$759/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
How to Hold More Effective Meetings
Connector Import
Do you ever feel like you are having the same meeting repeatedly, and you never seem to make any progress? Learn how to set up and run your next meeting effectively so that you and your attendees can get the most out of your time together.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$779/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Project Management Skills
Connector Import
This is Offering will be an in person cohort. Project management skills are critical to moving things forward. Learn how to get from idea to implementation in this useful course.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$790/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, August 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Mind Works 101
Connector Import
Mind Works is a two-session training that empowers employees to use their knowledge and skills to streamline workflow, improve the end-user experience for our residents, and find better ways of doing things, regardless of how they’ve always been done.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$736/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Holiday Closing - Labor Day
Holiday Closings
All Buncombe County offices will be closed. Emergency and Public Safety Services will remain open.
Monday, September 1, 2025.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$760/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
On-site Nationwide 457 Representative - Sept. 4
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Our Nationwide representative, Tj Johnson, will be on-site to offer individual one-on-one meetings about Nationwide’s retirement savings plan options. Whether you are already enrolled in a Nationwide 457 account, or still considering it, this is a great opportunity to consult with an expert. Tj Johnson intro: It’s time for an Account Review! Schedule a 30 minute in-person meeting with your Nationwide 457b Retirement Specialist, Tj Johnson. My name is Tj Johnson. I'm here to help you take control of your financial future with personalized guidance and actionable insights. Whether you're ready to enroll, need an account review, are considering rollovers, nearing retirement, or curious about managed accounts, I'm here to make the process smooth and beneficial for you. Schedule your 30-minute session with me today and take the first step towards a confident and secure retirement! September 4 at 200 College Street room 404 from 8am to 1pm. Learn more about Nationwide on the HR Hub here: Nationwide 457…
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
MEET Team Presents: LGBTQIA+ EQUITY
Connector Import
The MEET Team hosts an introductory training to the history, needs, and concerns of our LGBTQIA+ population.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$785/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Lunch and Learn: How to Become a Super Supporter (a Support SuperHero!)
Connector Import
Presented by Robin Payne, Executive Director for NAMI Western Carolina (National Alliance on Mental Health) Attendees will learn how to: Show up for loved ones who are showing signs of anxiety, depression or oher worrisome behavioral health issues; Take better care of themselves while providing support to others; See the warning signs for more serious conditions; Navigate local supportive resources.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$820/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, September 5, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
County Central Article
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Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, September 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Do You Want to Get Promoted?
Connector Import
This is an interview training. Looking to move up in the organization but it's been a while since you went through the interview process? Join our Recruitment team to learn the interview process within Buncombe County, get some pointers and coaching regarding how to interview, and spend time honing your interviewing skills!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$781/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
DiSC
Connector Import
DiSC® is a well-respected behavioral assessment that helps determine our predominant style of communicating. RSVP to take the assessment and learn more about DiSC in the workshop.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$773/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$561/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Wellworks Financial Wellbeing - Saving
Wellness Programs (Internal)
The Be Well portal offers the Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series every Wednesday bi-monthly at 11am EST.
Financial Wellness is an important component of living a happy, stress-free life. The series will help you achieve success by defining financial wellness and providing a roadmap for improving your current financial situation. These informative webinars are available through the Be Well portal, which is accessible by all Buncombe County staff. There are also other valuable financial wellness articles and recordings located in the Learning Center page of the site.
Earn 10 Be Well Points for participating. Make sure to enter your attendance in the Be Well portal in order to receive your points. Regular employees who complete various wellness activities worth a total of 150 points or more will be eligible for eight (8) HHE (Healthy Hours Earned) per 6-month period, or up to sixteen (16) HHE per year. Participants with 200 or more points will be included in an end of session raffle for fabulous…
Notice - Description: Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series - Saving. Workday Learning Link: Wellworks Financial Wellbeing Series Registration Link.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual.
For more info visit us06web.zoom.us. Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series - Japa Meditation for Vitality and Power
Wellness Programs (Internal)
The Be Well portal offers the Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series every 2nd or 3rd Wednesday every month at 12pm EST. These are 30 minute sessions. Earn 5 Be Well points.
We live in the fast lane of an every-changing world. It’s important to learn how to cultivate inner peace and release stress through guided meditation. These informative webinars are available through the Be Well portal, which is accessible by all Buncombe County staff. There are also other valuable mental health articles and recordings located in the Learning Center page of the site. Earn 5 Be Well Points for participating. Make sure to enter your attendance in the Be Well portal in order to receive your points. , Regular employees who complete various wellness activities worth a total of 150 points or more will be eligible for eight (8) HHE (Healthy Hours Earned) per 6-month period, or up to sixteen (16) HHE per year. Participants with 200 or more points will be included in an end of session raffle for fabulous prizes. .
Notice - Description: Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series - Japa Meditation for Vitality and Power. Workday Learning Link: https://fitpros.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlcO2hpjkrGNxwMnew7h8L8-sWJ6gOcajb#/registration.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
Virtual.
Supervisor Boot Camp
Connector Import
Boot Camp is a full day course developed for aspiring supervisors, new Buncombe County supervisors, and seasoned supervisors alike. This program will help you understand and prepare for the functional basics of leading a team throughout the employee lifecycle at Buncombe County. Topics learned in this course include employment law, employee relations and the disciplinary process, the personnel ordinance and policy management, recruitment and retention, performance management and coaching, and finance.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$766/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, September 22, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$761/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Public Servant Leadership (PSL)
Connector Import
Join us for a deep dive into Public Servant Leadership - our Buncombe County leadership model that will help all BC leaders lead with compassion, empathy, awareness, and commitment to service.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$802/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Racial Equity Modules 1-4
Connector Import
This series was developed by employees, for employees to provide organization-wide, foundational racial equity training. It is delivered in a one-day session and each module builds upon the previous. It gives employees an opportunity to learn history, explore bias, and create a common language around racism. These modules are required to be taken in order. Start times for each module: Module 1: 8:00a, Module 2: 10:15a, Module 3: 1:15a, Module 4: 3:15p.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$784/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Friday, September 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Team Building- 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team
Connector Import
This training, based on the bestselling book “5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team” focuses on 5 key behaviors that make teams successful. It will expand upon what participants learned in BC effective communication class, DiSC, and our Culture of Service classes to dive deeper into working effectively and efficiently with others.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$788/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Emotional Intelligence
Connector Import
Great leaders have a high degree of emotional intelligence (EI) and awareness of what they're feeling, what their emotions mean, and how these emotions can affect other people. In this session you’ll learn how improving your EI can foster greater communication and help you to connect with others on a deeper level.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$772/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, October 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
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Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, October 6, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$762/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Connector Import
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO: • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges. • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. • Understand how to interact with a person in crisis. • Know how to connect a person with help. • Use self-care tools and techniques.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$776/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series -Find “Pure Consciousness” at the End of the Exhale
Wellness Programs (Internal)
The Be Well portal offers the Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series every 2nd or 3rd Wednesday every month at 12pm EST. These are 30 minute sessions. Earn 5 Be Well points.
We live in the fast lane of an every-changing world. It’s important to learn how to cultivate inner peace and release stress through guided meditation. These informative webinars are available through the Be Well portal, which is accessible by all Buncombe County staff. There are also other valuable mental health articles and recordings located in the Learning Center page of the site. Earn 5 Be Well Points for participating. Make sure to enter your attendance in the Be Well portal in order to receive your points. , Regular employees who complete various wellness activities worth a total of 150 points or more will be eligible for eight (8) HHE (Healthy Hours Earned) per 6-month period, or up to sixteen (16) HHE per year. Participants with 200 or more points will be included in an end of session raffle for fabulous prizes. .
Notice - Description: Wellworks WellBalance Meditation Series - Find “Pure Consciousness” at the End of the Exhale. Workday Learning Link: https://fitpros.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlcO2hpjkrGNxwMnew7h8L8-sWJ6gOcajb#/registration.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
Virtual.
Next Level Coaching: GROW model
Connector Import
Learn the GROW coaching model (Goal, Reality, Options, Will Do) and how to use it effectively when coaching others in the organization.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$783/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Lunch & Learn: VA S.A.V.E with Asheville VA Suicide Prevention Program
Connector Import
In collaboration with the Western North Carolina VA Healthcare System’s Suicide Prevention Program, this session features VA S.A.V.E. training, an evidence-based approach designed to empower you to recognize signs of suicide risk, engage compassionately, and respond with care. While VA S.A.V.E is geared towards addressing Veteran suicide, this training expands to supporting anyone who is at risk. You’ll learn how to ask difficult but necessary questions, validate personal experiences, and guide someone toward support. The session will also cover VA resources, both for immediate crisis and long-term wellness, as well as the importance of reducing access to lethal means. .
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$801/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.