Learn more about Procurement Technology Modernization on August 17
The Procurement and Payables (P&P) section is excited to announce the Procurement Technology Modernization (PTM) project! There are two parts to the project: a new Oracle Cloud system to streamline procurement, and the Concur Travel and Travel Expense (T&E) reimbursement system. Both of these systems are expected to launch this fall.
Oracle Cloud will include the following benefits:
- A new service request portal
- Allow for collaboration on procurements
- Enable self-service tracking of solicitations
- Streamline supplier registration and self-maintenance
- Electronic bid submissions (no more paper!)
- A contract repository
- And much more!
The Concur T&E system will feature:
- Updated policies that are easy to understand and apply
- Quick and easy paperless travel approvals
- Convenient travel booking directly through the portal
- Increased autonomy and visibility and improved cycle time
- A mobile app to upload travel receipts
To learn more about the PTM project, register now to attend a Virtual Open House on Monday, August 17. For more details on the PTM project and its benefits, please visit the P&P webpage.
Share this:
Emergency Deployment Program needs your administrative and project management skills
Do you have administrative, data entry, project management support or translation skills and want to assist with King County’s response to the coronavirus? If so, we need you!
As King County continues to respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, there is an urgent need to fill administrative related roles within the county. In support of the county’s mandatory telecommuting order, most roles can be done remotely. As we strive to keep our workforce, workplace, and community safe, we have opportunities available to employees for temporary work redeployment to assist with COVID-19 related concerns and resources to the community.
Employees will be provided training and support to help them succeed in these temporary redeployments.
The most urgent needs for emergency staffing include:
- Administrative Support
- COVID Support
- COVID Testing Support Specialist
- HR Analyst
- Warehouse and Supply Distribution
- Phone Service Agents
- Policy and Communication Liaison
- Contact Tracing Team Lead
- Translation Coordinator
If interested, please work with your department for approval to participate, complete the Employee Questionnaire and submit to emergencystaffing@kingcounty.gov.
Share this:
Featured Job: Crime and Intelligence Analyst (PPM II)
Salary: $37.97 – $48.13 Hourly
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Civil Service, Full Time, 40/hrs Wk
Department: KCSO – Sheriff’s Office
Job Number: 2020MK11917
Division: Criminal Investigations
Closing: 8/23/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Share this:
Making Life Easier offers live and on-demand webinars for King County employees
King County employees have access to a variety of upcoming scheduled webinars hosted by Making Life Easier. Register early for live interactive sessions as space is limited; otherwise, recordings will be available on-demand 48 hours after the live session.
- Panel Conversation We’re still parenting through a pandemic: Managing this ultimate juggling act, Thursday, Aug.13, 2020, from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
- Kids, a job, and a teaching gig: Navigating the chaos of 2020 your way, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
- Tools for navigating this marathon of uncertainty, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020, from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
- Supporting your working parents in the chaos of 2020: A webinar for managers, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m. Register here.
For more information about the Making Life Easier program, visit www.kingcounty.gov/MLE.
Share this:
What to Expect Staying at a King County Isolation and Quarantine Center
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections
King County continues to offer community members a safe place to isolate, quarantine and recover from COVID-19. A new video shows what guests can expect.
If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 and are awaiting a test result or tested positive for COVID-19 and need a comfortable place to stay, King County’s isolation and quarantine centers are here for you.
Having a safe place to isolate or quarantine away from vulnerable family members, group settings or if you don’t have a home, is critical to slowing the spread of COVID-19 and can also make your recovery more comfortable. King County’s Department of Community and Human Services quickly stood up centers throughout the County at the onset of the pandemic for this reason, and in partnership with Public Health—Seattle & King County, continues to operate and care for our community members who need a place to isolate or quarantine.
To show guests what you can expect during a stay at one of King County’s isolation and quarantine centers, we took a tour and spoke to the team at our Issaquah site about the experience and care they provide.
King County’s isolation and quarantine facilities have served more than 700 people so far and stand ready to serve more residents in our community as the pandemic continues. Isolation and quarantine are important and proven public health practices to prevent the spread of disease, and these facilities are doing just that, saving lives.
Families with children. Individuals. Essential workers. People living in multigenerational households. First responders. Travelers. People experiencing homelessness. If you need a place to isolate or quarantine, we welcome you.
Call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at (206) 477-397 to see if isolation and quarantine services are right for you.
Visit kingcounty.gov/community-human-services/COVID for more information.
Share this:
Free Parenting Guide for King County employees
King County employees now have access to a free Parenting Guide, developed by Making Life Easier to help parents navigate COVID-19. In this toolkit, you’ll find:
- How Making Life Easier can support you and your family through this time
- Resources for creative solutions and supportive practices for navigating the realities of working from home or onsite, remote-learning, and childcare needs
- Tips for supporting remote learning at home
- Self-care practices, tips, and resources for you and your family
To access the toolkit, log in to www.wellspringeap.org with your username: King County, and click on the banner on the home page.
Share this:
Creating Effective Application Materials, online – August 18 and September 1
King County Career Support Services staff will provide you with strategies and tips on making your application materials stand out. Learning objectives will include understanding the purpose of the job application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions and how to make each of them more effective, deciding what to include in your resume and the best format to showcase your qualifications, and more.
- Tuesday, August 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more and register here.
- Tuesday, September 1, from 1 – 3 p.m. Learn more and register here.
Additional courses are available on the Career Support Services training page. For questions or more information visit www.kingcounty.gov/CSS or contact Career Support Services at CareerSupportServices@kingcounty.gov.
Share this:
Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques, online – August 20 and September 3
King County Career Support Services staff will provide you with strategies and tips to help you to do your best during the interview. Learning objectives will include how to prepare for a virtual job interview, the interview structure and types of questions you will be asked, the STAR-LA method and how to use it to provide organized and complete responses, and general tips and strategies.
- Thursday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more and register here.
- Thursday, September 3 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Learn more and register here.
Additional courses are available on the Career Support Services training page. For questions or more information visit www.kingcounty.gov/CSS or contact Career Support Services at CareerSupportServices@kingcounty.gov.
Share this:
Discount available for Brookdale Senior Living
King County employees can now take advantage of exclusive discounts on fees at Brookdale communities. These discounts are available to employees and their immediate family members. The savings are 7.5% off the basic monthly fee/service rate at a Brookdale community and 10% off Private Duty Home Care. Certain conditions apply, please see website for details.
Individuals must show your King County ID Badge, paystub, or other proof of employment or affiliation with King County to receive discount. Employees can also turn to Brookdale for resources, support and advice to navigate their journey to finding the right senior living options. Brookdale Senior Living has 17 locations in the Seattle Metro Area and over 740+ locations nationwide. Visit www.brookdale.com/employee or call 1-844-585-5502.
View all available discounts at www.kingcounty.gov/employeediscounts.
Share this:
RASKC shares new video highlighting services
Ever wonder how Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) helps both people and pets? These services will make you feel proud to be part of the community!
Learn more at the Tails from RASKC blog or visit the RASKC website at www.kingcounty.gov/pets.
Employee News 