Diamond Parking Service assumes management and operation of Goat Hill Garage
Effective Monday, Sept. 1, Diamond Parking Service assumed management and operation duties of Goat Hill Garage. Diamond Parking is committed to ensuring a seamless transition while maintaining the high level of service that King County has come to expect, including consistent parking availability and support. They look forward to ensuring your parking experience remains convenient, reliable, and professional. As part of the transition, the dedicated garage attendant staff who King County employees have become accustomed to working with will remain employed at Goat Hill Garage. To minimize any disruptions in services after Sept. 1, all existing phone numbers will remain… Read More
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Support and resources for your well‑being
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, serving as an important reminder that everyone goes through difficult moments, and no one should have to navigate those moments alone. If you find yourself in crisis or feeling overwhelmed, know there are different types of support available depending on what you need. For example, both the National Suicide hotline and King County’s Making Life Easier program have mental health professionals available 24/7. Reaching out early, even just to talk something through, can make a real difference. Read more.
Celebrating National Payroll Week, Sept. 7-11
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay has proclaimed Sept. 7–11 as National Payroll Week in King County to honor and celebrate the vital work of payroll professionals. “King County payroll professionals play a key role in maintaining the economic health of the County, in ensuring the economic security of families by carrying out diverse tasks such as processing paychecks, payments to child support, and tax withholding, reporting, and depositing,” Executive Zahilay said in his Proclamation. This year’s theme for National Payroll Week is “Every Paycheck Creates Possibility,” which recognizes the importance of timely and accurate… Read More
Onsite King County flu and COVID-19 clinics for 2026
Getting your flu and COVID-19 shots are an important part of protecting your health, your family’s health, and your community’s health. The Washington Department of Health (DOH) recommends that everyone six months and older get a flu shot and updated COVID vaccine every year. Flu and COVID-19 shots have many important benefits; getting a flu and COVID-19 shot can reduce your risk of getting severe disease, help protect vulnerable populations, and conserve health care resources. Each year, King County’s Balanced You arranges onsite flu and COVID-19 shot clinics for employees who work… Read More
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
