National Payroll Week is Sept. 1–5. It is a time to honor and celebrate the vital work of payroll professionals. The Department of Human Resources (DHR) Director Jay Osborne says, “I want to take this opportunity to thank our payroll professionals for everything they do for all King County employees. They are always there for King County employees, ensuring we receive our pay accurately and on time for each pay period. Our employees know that they can rely on the payroll team’s expertise and professionalism, and the systems they have developed and manage.” … Read More

Adapted from the FMD Monthly Newsletter Stuart Herrera-Enzuate has joined the Facilities Management Division (FMD) as the new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Facility Code Compliance Program Manager. He will work with FMD team to develop, implement, and manage the ADA Transition Plan, ensuring compliance across all FMD-managed facilities. “I am excited to join the FMD and King County team,” said Herrera-Enzuate. “I look forward to contributing my skills and insights, as well as listening and learning from the wealth of knowledge within this team.” Read more.

Crossposted from the DAJD newsletter After about a year with King County Metro, Catherine Pickard has returned to DAJD as the new Juvenile Division Deputy Director. Her first day was Aug. 4. “Her decision to return speaks volumes about her dedication to youth justice and her desire to be part of our renewed vision,” Juvenile Division Director Chuck Parkins said. “I look forward to Catherine joining our leadership team and  have been very impressed with her background, vision, and desire to connect with our important work throughout the deputy recruitment.” Read more.

Balanced You Wellness Heroes highlights employees doing things to better their lives, the lives of their colleagues, and our community. Meet Wellness Hero Young Jang, IT Project Manager, King County Metro. Young discusses her work and passion for technology, and how teamwork is driving innovation across our transit systems. She shares highlights from two major projects, how collaboration brings her joy while working with talented colleagues to watch her work come to life, and what she does for self-care. When she’s not leading tech transformations, she recharges through meditation, baking, and hitting… Read More

Crossposted from the DAJD newsletter Officer Kevin Ntabo grew up with farming as a way of life. When not in uniform he carries on that tradition by raising and selling crops in Kent. You might assume that agriculture and corrections have nothing in common. But Ntabo says there’s a key to success in either profession: patience. “People will say that farming is a hard and dirty job, but it is not if you have a passion to do it,” Ntabo said. “It takes a little passion to do it, and sacrifice.” Read more.