Get to Know DiverseAbility ERG President Sarah Panfi
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The County has 11 great Employee Resource Groups. They are each led by a respective board of directors who all demonstrate commitment and stewardship of its members to the various sectors of our community. Get to know DiverseAbility ERG President Sarah Panfil.
Q: How long have you worked for the County and what departments have you worked for?
A: 24 years in August. I have worked in Sheriff’s Data Services Division, the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and currently in Department of General Services.
Q: What do you do in your role/what are your job responsibilities?
A: I am currently an Administrative Analyst II. I track project expenditures, process invoices, create and process task orders on As-Needed Contracts, and create weekly and monthly reports. I am also a P-Card user.
Q: What’s your workplace superpower?
A: Shapeshifting: Adaptable, multitasking and comfortable with various roles.
Q. Who are your mentors? Who inspires you?
A: My parents.
Q: What is the best advice you’ve received from a mentor?
A: Lead by example. Do the best you can. Strive for improvement. For the sake of your health (physical and mental), don’t sweat the small stuff.
Q: What are some resources that you find useful and recommend to others?
A: LMS has a big library of useful information/trainings. Also, the County’s Library has many online books.
Q: Who are you outside of work and types of activities do you enjoy?
A: I like small road trips and social get-togethers like going to the movies, exploring and cooking/eating with friends.
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: Movies, friends and Pepsi. Of course, making the world more accessible but would saying that be too obvious of a choice? Haha.
Q: Tell us about your ERG.
A: The mission of the DiverseAbility ERG is to advance awareness and inclusion for people with disabilities at the County of San Diego. In doing so, we hope to provide a safe and welcoming environment for people with disabilities and their allies to share their stories, be heard, understood, and supported.
Q: How has being in your ERG improved your experience working at the County?
A: Met other employees (in and out of my department) that I would not have met without the ERG. It has improved my leadership skills.
Q: What are your 3 favorite places to eat in San Diego? Or what is your most favorite meal?
A: Meechai Thai, Luna Grill and Pizza Hut.
Q: Who is your favorite artist to listen to right now?
A: One OK Rock.
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