February 3, 2021

Please join OCEA for an exclusive member event for OC Superior Court workers! OCEA is pleased to bring together two State Legislators who are uniquely qualified to talk about the issues facing the California Judicial Branch.

February 2, 2021

The availability of COVID-19 vaccinations has raised hopes for an end to the country's unprecedented health crisis. Unfortunately, the vaccine rollout has created significant confusion, especially as it relates to essential workers. We wanted to provide a brief update on vaccination availability and share a video message to you and your coworkers from OCEA’s staff.

January 29, 2021

Time for another installment in our ongoing “members only” series that were previously held at OCEA Headquarters or at various work locations but are now virtual. We can’t hold those seminars in person because of the pandemic but we can bring you content produced especially for you.

January 27, 2021

Please join OCEA General Manager Charles Barfield and OCEA leadership for a workplace safety update. OCEA staff will provide information on new laws meant to protect workers, and the steps you need to take at work to protect yourself and your family.

January 25, 2021

Last year was tough. The Coronavirus, a divisive election, and unrest in our streets took place while you and your co-workers continued providing essential government services to the public. I have never been more proud to stand together with working families.

January 18, 2021

Today is MLK Day observed on the third Monday in January since 1986. We have been celebrating the life of civil rights icon the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for 35-years.

January 16, 2021

As COVID-19 infection rates continue to soar in our community and workplaces, OCEA Stewards and staff are escalating demands for verification the County is complying with Cal/OSHA's Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) for dealing with viral outbreaks and major outbreaks.

January 15, 2021

As many of you know, the State of California's Cal/OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard defines a “major outbreak” as 20 or more COVID-19 cases in an exposed workplace within a 30-day period.

January 13, 2021

This month's “Getting to know your AMEA” will focus on the benefits of union membership. We are attaching a flyer that breaks down the tangible advantages to you and your family that come with standing together with your fellow workers.

January 13, 2021

Each year during the month of January, OCEA members and staff travel to Sacramento for our annual “Legislative Advocacy Day.” On this trip, we would meet with our Orange County elected Assemblymembers and Senators to advocate for additional resources and support for the Orange County Superior Court system. The COVID-19 pandemic prevents us from traveling to Sacramento this year, but we have been able to continue our legislative advocacy virtually!

January 13, 2021

As the County continues to grapple with the unprecedented challenges brought by COVID-19, it's important that OCEA members and workplace leaders have a voice. The Caseload Management Forum is an opportunity to address concerns and be a part of the conversation with management. The goal is to work collaboratively on caseload and workplace solutions.

January 11, 2021

We all know people who can use a little help with basic needs. Tell them about a unique and fun food distribution opportunity - Fat Burgers to go!

January 11, 2021

The New Year brings negotiations for Orange County Water District workers as our contract with the District expires in June 2021. To fire up the process, we want to hear from you.

January 8, 2021

Tomorrow is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) as designated by PORAC, the Peace Officers Research Association of California. In addition to thanking all of our OCEA members for the work they do 24/7 to keep our community safe, I wanted to ​take this opportunity to remember SSO Melvin Guevara who tragically passed away January 1, 2006. He would have been 40 this year.

January 5, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we mark the death of former Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens. She died of cancer yesterday after an eight-year recurring battle with the disease.