Planning ahead: Make back-to-school vaccination appointments now
Crossposted from Public Health Insider School’s about more than math quizzes and book reports. It’s where kids go to play, grow, and build community. But where kids thrive, so do germs. Enter vaccinations! Vaccinations are the body’s practice test for diseases like measles and whooping cough. That way, if the real thing shows up, kids’ immune systems know exactly what to do. Vaccinations required for school and child care Children entering school, child care, or other early learning programs are required to get certain vaccinations before they can start. Check the full list of requirements in… Read More
New anti-fraud trainings help employees protect taxpayer dollars
As part of Executive Girmay Zahilay’s Better Government actions, King County has launched two new employee trainings focused on preventing fraud, waste and misuse of public resources. These trainings build on King County’s existing policies, trainings, guidance, and other resources that support employees in responsibly managing public resources and protecting tax dollars. The new King County Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Prevention training will launch on Aug. 7 to nearly 4,000 Executive Branch employees who perform a key role in administering contracts or delivering programs, services, resources, and/or information on behalf of King County. Employees… Read More
PeopleSoft new homepage available Aug. 9
An update to PeopleSoft is coming on Monday, Aug. 9. Starting Aug. 9, when employees login to PeopleSoft, they will notice the new homepage design (below) with an updated color scheme and navigation options. Check out this video on the updated ways to navigate PeopleSoft, or look over this helpful training document to learn more about the new changes. For other PeopleSoft resources, visit the PeopleSoft Knowledge Center. For those who experience any technical issues after the update, first try clearing the internet browser cache using these instructions. If issues persist, please submit a help ticket at helpdesk.kingcounty.gov.
Look out for a postcard about your Making Life Easier benefits
Employees will soon receive a postcard at home that highlights some of the services available to employees and household members through our Making Life Easier program. Making Life Easier now provides King County employees with assistance for workplace concerns, as well as ongoing support for employees and all household members to help with everyday challenges. Services include: Confidential and free counselor accessibility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for employees who work all shifts Network of mental health counselors and coaches who offer a variety of clinical specialties, cultural backgrounds, and… Read More
July 30 is the third payday of the month
The next payday will be on Thursday, July 30, which will also be the third payday of the month. If you view your paystub in PeopleSoft, you may see that the net dollar amount of your July 30 paycheck is larger because not all deductions are taken out. For example, supplemental insurance premiums, Benefit Access Fees, and Employee Giving donations will not be deducted from this check. Please note, Deferred Compensation contributions are now deducted every pay period—even on three-payday months. To make changes to your Deferred Compensation Plan, contact T. Rowe Price at… Read More
IT accessories for employees now available for purchase at KCIT walk-up windows
Executive Branch employees can now purchase basic IT accessories directly at KCIT’s walk‑up windows at King Street Center (2nd floor) and the Chinook Building (7th floor). This quick, convenient option is designed for urgent needs—like a broken headset or a misplaced charger—for purchases under $200. To buy an item, simply tell the KCIT staff at the window what you need and provide your POETA number. You’ll receive your accessory on the spot, and billing will occur at the end of the month. Employees in DNRP or DLS Roads should check with their… Read More
Now is a great time to designate your beneficiaries!
When it comes to planning for the unexpected, one of the simplest and most meaningful steps you can take is designating beneficiaries for your financial and insurance benefits. As a King County employee, you have life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, a deferred compensation plan, and a state retirement plan. Keeping your beneficiary information up to date for these benefits ensures that your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected. If you haven’t reviewed your beneficiary information recently, consider setting aside a few minutes to check and update… Read More
King County ETP E-bike subsidy pilot
Interested in leasing or purchasing an e-bike? The King County Employee Transportation Program (ETP) is accepting applications for an e-bike subsidy program with lease to own options (up to 12 month lease subsidy with credits that can be applied towards purchase). Multiple vendors and e-bikes are available from Ridepanda, Rybit, Wombi. Apply here at tinyurl.com/kcebikes. Spaces are limited, but if selected, you will receive a follow up email with concierge support to help identify which bike and vendor may work best for you. Options to purchase during or at the end of your lease will… Read More
PeopleSoft homepage coming July 27
An update to PeopleSoft will be made on Monday, July 27. When employees login to PeopleSoft, they will notice the new homepage design with an updated color scheme and navigation options. Check out the video below on the updated way to navigate PeopleSoft, or look over this helpful training document to learn more about the new changes. For other PeopleSoft resources, visit the PeopleSoft Knowledge Center. For help with any technical issues after the update, employees should first clear their browser cache using these instructions. If issues persist, please submit a help ticket at helpdesk.kingcounty.gov.
New video introduces Employee Assistance for Supervisors programs and Making Life Easier refresh
King County’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Making Life Easier (MLE) went through a refresh on July 1, 2026. This was the result of feedback from employees, supervisors, leaders, and HR staff. Watch this video to learn more about the refresh. The following changes took place on July 1: Making Life Easier: Historically, Making Life Easier (MLE) has focused on helping King County employees with home- and life-related stress and concerns. On July 1, MLE expanded its services to also help employees with workplace issues. This all-in-one counseling is provided by King County’s external vendor Curalinc. Read… Read More
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