The following virtual educational opportunities provided by your King County Retirement Team are coming up soon to help you prepare for retirement.

Introduction to Social Security – Join this 90-minute class if you are interested in learning more about Social Security. Guest speaker Kirk Larson from the Social Security Administration will discuss your options as a King County employee and answer your questions. 

• Wednesday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register here.

Road to Retirement – This 90-minute class is designed for employees who are planning to retire from King County in the next six months. It covers procedures, forms, medical coverage options, and pension plans—so you’ll be on a smooth road toward a happy retirement. 

• Tuesday, March 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Register here.
• Tuesday, March 28 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register here.
• Tuesday, April 18 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Register here.
• Tuesday, April 25 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register here.

Your PERS Pension – Learn about your Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) pension. Guest speaker Jim Mendoza from DRS will discuss your options as a King County employee and answer your questions.

• Wednesday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register here.

Registration is required. Use the registration links above, then select the date you’d like to attend. Before classes start, you’ll receive a meeting invitation at the email address you register with.

Please note, attendance at retirement classes is strictly voluntary, on your own time, and non-work related.

For additional information, visit the King County Retirement page, refer to the Retirement Guide, or contact King County Retirement Navigator Carmen Johnson.