KCIT communications employee honored for military service on International Women’s Day
Elizabeth Inglese, a Visual Designer with King County Information Technology, was recently featured in a New York Times article highlighting women’s achievements in the military as part of International Women’s Day.
As a Gunnery Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Elizabeth served as the Chief Designer for the Reserve’s Centennial Commemoration Campaign, (2015-2016). Her design work appeared across America, including such locations as the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, La., the Navy Memorial Museum in Washington DC, and even Times Square in New York.
“It was an honor to be selected for the job of designer for the United States Marine Corps Reserve Centennial,” said Elizabeth. “This was a once in a lifetime opportunity that took a lot of work, but the prize was truly in the process – seeing the end-state impact and fruits of our labor, which made all the hard work worth it. We communicated the significance and history of the Marine Corps Reserve to people all over the Country.”
Her work included all photo shoot direction and design to include the official centennial campaign logo and brand guide, merchandise, posters, advertisements, event programs, a traveling museum display, banners, a permanent exhibit at the Pentagon, and the official 2016 Toys for Tots donation box design.
Read the full article here at The New York Times. View photos of Elizabeth’s work below.
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Halfway through the Employee Survey, who’s leading the participation contest?
We’re halfway through the 2019 Employee Engagement Survey and more than 4,800 employees have already had their say on their experience at King County. The survey is an opportunity to check in with you about what’s working and not working, how we can improve our services, and what we can do to help you get the most out of your King County career.
This year we are running a countywide Speak Up! participation contest, with all divisions placed in contest classes with their peers by employee headcount. Those with the highest participation or are the first in their bracket to achieve 100% will be awarded prizes. As of Wednesday, March 20, the current leaders of this year’s contest are:
Click here for the breakdown for each category and get real time participation rates here.
The survey runs through Friday, March 29 (March 22 for Metro paper surveys), so please take 15 minutes to have your say. This year, employees in all branches and departments of King County are eligible for the employee survey, except employees in Superior Court, District Court, and the Sheriff’s Office, employees who are short term temporary (STT), interns, and employees who have not worked at the county for at least six months prior to the survey period. For 2019, employees must have started before September 11, 2018 to be eligible.
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Womxn’s History Month Panel 2019: Womxn Who Lead
Employees are welcome to join the 4th annual panel discussion in recognition of March as Womxn’s History Month at King County. This year’s theme is, “Womxn Who Lead: Stories from the Past and How They Influence the Future.”
Monday, March 25, from 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. King County Courthouse room E-942. The King County Courthouse is located at 516 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104.
This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is needed. Lunch is not provided, but there will be light refreshments. Employees are welcome to bring their own lunch to eat during the event.
This event is co-sponsored by King County Councilmembers Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Claudia Balducci, and Kathy Lambert, as well as the King County Women’s Advisory Board and the King County Legislative Branch Equity and Social Justice Team. Welcoming remarks will be provided by Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and King County Deputy Executive and Chief of Staff Rachel Smith. There will be a performance by Sharon Nyree Williams. Confirmed panelists include Aretha Basu (community organizer and Legislative Aide to Seattle City Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda), Cindy Domingo (author, activist, and Chief of Staff to King County Councilmember Larry Gossett), Colleen Echohawk (Executive Director of the Chief Seattle Club), Mitzi Johanknecht, King County Sheriff, and Estela Ortega (Executive Director of El Centro de la Raza).
If unable to attend, the event can be livestreamed here. More information can be found here.
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Training Spotlight: Emotional Intelligence for Leaders and Emerging Leaders series and Communication and Problem-Solving Skills
Emotional Intelligence for Leaders and Emerging Leaders series, April 27-May 11: Emotional intelligence describes the ability to understand one’s own feelings, and that of groups, and how these emotions can influence motivation and behavior. Leaders who are emotionally intelligent foster safe environments, where employees feel comfortable to take calculated risks and to voice their opinions. Engage in interactive, hands-on self-evaluation and exercise to develop your emotional intelligence and become a respected and inspiring leader. Register and learn more.
Communication and Problem-Solving Skills, June 19: This one day training will address communication and problem solving skills with the public and with co-workers. This class covers skills for effective listening, speaking, dealing with conflicts and with defensive behavior. Register and learn more.
View more training and development opportunities at www.kingcounty.gov/learning.
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Featured Job: Paramedic Intern
Salary: $20.67 Hourly
Location: Washington, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Department: DPH – Public Health
Job Number: 2019NH09421
Closing: 3/31/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
King County Emergency Medical Services / Medic One are seeking applicants to enter a 10 to 12 month training program to become certified as King County Paramedics. Paramedic certification is granted upon the successful completion of the University of Washington / Harborview Medical Center / Seattle Fire Department Paramedic Training Program. Paramedic training includes: lectures, medical labs, medical/surgical rounds, emergency room and ICU/CCU experience, and riding on the Seattle Fire Department paramedic units.
King County Medic One is a public service organization, a critical link in our regional Emergency Medical Service system, providing high quality advanced patient care. Our Paramedics are trained through the world renowned University of Washington / Harborview Medical Center / Seattle Fire Department Paramedic Training Program.
If you have questions about the application process please contact Don Cloyd at (206)263-2203 / don.cloyd@kingcounty.gov or Nic Horea at (206) 263-8736 / nicolae.horea@kingcounty.gov.
Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
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Employees welcome to ukulele jam session
Play the ukulele? Come join other King County enthusiasts every Monday at noon for a lunchtime strumming session! We meet in the Administration Building in Project Space Conference Room 335. Everyone is welcome, even folks with minimal experience. So bring your uke (and a portable music stand, if you have one) and come jam! If you have questions contact organizer Stef Frenzl.
Please ensure you are on your lunch break or not working at this time.
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Kudos! Trailhead Direct program featured for improving access to trails
Launched in 2017, the Trailhead Direct program was recently highlighted on the REI store blog, with one writer sharing how the program encourages residents to both drive less and explore the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Reliant on the weather, the program will star back up later this year. Read the full article here.
Kudos to our innovative programs, like Trailhead Director, for helping residents to better access the outdoors and for minimizing traffic!
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King County wins organizational leadership award for government performance and continuous improvement
The Center for Accountability and Performance, affiliated with the American Society for Public Administration, awarded King County the CAP Organizational Leadership Award for 2019.
The annual CAP Organizational Leadership Award recognizes outstanding management strategies that result in a culture change, sustained improvements, and demonstrated positive effects on government performance and accountability.
“This award is a tribute to the thousands of King County employees who embrace continuous improvement every day,” said Executive Constantine. “We are creating a culture of excellence and innovation that will endure and enable us to tackle the most pressing challenges facing our region, now and into the future.”
Read more in the official press release.
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Pet of the Week: Mer
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC
Mer has so much love to give, he just can’t wait to find his forever home! Could it be with you?
Mer is a 3yr old male cat, Brown Tabby, domestic short hair (ID #A579532). This handsome boy is an affectionate lovebug who would be thrilled to cuddle up with you at home. He enjoys having his head scratched, as well as under his chin and behind his ears. He thinks it’s simply divine, and may even lean into the pets and stretch his neck out when you scratch under his chin. Read more.
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King County leaders discuss importance of 2019 Employee Survey
The 2019 King County Employee Survey is now underway, and we’ve asked some County leaders why the survey is important to them and their employees, and how they will act on the results.
In this video, we talk to King County Executive Dow Constantine, Chief People Officer Whitney Abrams, Chief Operating Officer Casey Sixkiller, Chief Information Officer Tanya Hannah, Director of the Department of Executive Services Caroline Whalen, King County Elections Director Julie Wise, and King County Assessor John Wilson.
The survey runs through Friday, March 29 (March 22 for Metro paper surveys), so please take 15 minutes to have your say and make a difference in your workplace.
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