The second application period for the 2025 Professional Development Scholarship Program ends at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, July 3. The Scholarship Program is a benefit offered as part of the 2025 Coalition Labor Agreement and is only open to employees represented by one of the unions in the Coalition.   The Scholarship Program is part of the County’s commitment to Investing in YOU, and is designed to assist eligible employees with their professional development by providing up to $3,000 annually towards obtaining training, certificates, degrees, licenses, and certifications.   Awardees for this period will be notified… Read More

Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to support you, virtually or in-person. Virtual appointments via phone, tablet, or computer are convenient and flexible. Limited in-person appointments are available at our new King Street Center office for those who prefer face-to-face conversations. EAP counselors can help you navigate workplace challenges at no cost to you. EAP provides support for employees and supervisors in navigating: Workplace stress Career decisions Strategies to feel better while working, and more. Contact EAP to schedule virtual or in-person appointments. Phone: 206-263-8733 Email: HRDEAP@kingcounty.gov KingCounty.gov/eap

Looking for ongoing mental health support without the need for scheduled appointments? Making Life Easier (MLE) offers Textcoach, providing the opportunity for participants to connect with a licensed counselor, known as a Coach, through a secure platform. Textcoach allows you to enjoy the convenience of care available where you are, whenever you need it to help you reach your goals, whether you want to change habits, establish new routines, build your resilience, or boost your emotional fitness. To access Textcoach, sign into Making Life Easier’s web portal below, choose the “Access Care”… Read More

Making Life Easier (MLE) offers virtual, drop-in support group sessions on a variety of topics. When you are dealing with a challenge at home or work, group support can offer perspective, encouragement and, most importantly, the reassurance that you are not alone. MLE’s virtual support groups offer you the opportunity to join live, moderated sessions on a wide variety of topics to help strengthen your emotional fitness. Sample group topics include recovering from addiction, coping with stress, and supporting mental health for the LGBTQIA+ community. Your participation in these groups is anonymous,… Read More

King County employees now have access to a new tool for navigating mental health resources. The King County Employee Mental Health Access Guide provides an easy-to-use, comprehensive overview of available programs, outlining services like mindfulness, counseling, psychiatric medication management, educational classes, and more. It clearly identifies which programs offer these resources and how to contact them, making it simpler than ever to find the right support. To download a copy of the Mental Health Access Guide, click here.

The second application period for the 2025 Professional Development Scholarship Program opens on Monday, June 2, 2025, and runs until July 3, 2025. This opportunity is available for training that starts in 2025 and is exclusively for employees represented by a union in the 2025 Coalition Labor Agreement.  This Scholarship Program is part of our commitment to Investing in YOU. It is to help eligible employees with the financial support needed for training, certificates, degrees, licenses, and certifications. Take the next step in your professional journey with King County!  Visit the scholarship webpage to review the… Read More

The second application period for the 2025 Professional Development Scholarship Program opens June 2, 2025 – July 3, 2025, for training that begins in 2025. The Scholarship Program is a benefit offered as part of the 2025 Coalition Labor Agreement and is only open to employees represented by one of the unions in the Coalition. Applicants should visit the scholarship webpage to familiarize themselves with the application submission process, rating criteria, and frequently asked questions. Please check this webpage periodically as it is undergoing updates ahead of the scheduled launch. The Scholarship Program is designed to… Read More

Are you looking to make a change in the way you commute? Starting May 1, 2025, King County employees can participate in a pilot subsidy program that provides up to $100/month (for up to three months) on an e-bike, e-scooter, or pedal bike subscription through Ridepanda. With this subscription, you’ll be able to: Choose from a selection of e-bikes, e-scooters, and pedal bikes all through a month-to-month subscription. Take the vehicle home and use it like it’s your own for commuting, running errands, meeting up with friends, and more. Benefit from included theft… Read More