Advances made in building a more representative King County
New data shows that King County continues to make progress towards its goal of a County workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve. Since 2016, King County has had the stated goal of ensuring its workforce is racially diverse and culturally responsive at all levels of the organization, consistent with the region’s demographics, with a particular focus on positions within the top 20 percent of pay. “King County is rapidly changing,” King County Executive Dow Constantine said. “More people are choosing to live and work here because of everything this region… Read More
2025 King County Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, Jan. 14
King County employees and community members are invited to join in honoring our nation’s foremost human rights leader and King County’s namesake, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The annual celebration is Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Ikea Performing Arts Center in Renton. Tickets are free. RSVP for the event at this link. The theme for the 2025 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration is Dedication to Community, and the accompanying quote is “All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking… Read More
2025 MLK Jr. calendars now available to order
The 2025 MLK Jr. calendar, designed by artist Barbara Earl Thomas, is now available for King County employees to order. All orders will need to be submitted via the order form by Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. Listed below are the guidelines for submitting orders: Only one order per section is allowed. Please identify one person in your section/department to coordinate and submit your order. Minimum order is 50 calendars and increased in increments of 50 (50, 100, 150, 200, etc.). We will not be accepting individual orders and you will need to coordinate with your… Read More
Recognizing Native American Heritage Month
Crossposted from Metro Matters By De’Sean Quinn, King County Metro Assistant General Manager for Strategy and Partnerships As Native American Heritage Month comes to a close, I invite you to join me in reflecting on the privilege of living in a region shaped by the deep history and enduring contributions of Native American communities. In Washington state, 29 tribes are part of a network of more than 500 federally recognized tribes across the United States. In King County, we live on the ancestral lands of the Muckleshoot, Snoqualmie, Puyallup, Tulalip, Suquamish, Coast Salish… Read More
Thank you to veterans
Veterans Day is coming up and the Employee Giving Program would like to thank the people that have served. Veterans Day recognizes all veterans, living and deceased, for their bravery, commitment, and selflessness. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and appreciation for those that have served in times of war and peace. In celebration of Veterans Day here are some EGP nonprofits that specialize in veterans services – to see the full list and discover more search online or PDF by service category. Read more. Pledge or renew here by Nov. 22.
King County to observe Veterans Day holiday Nov. 11
Most King County offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. Due to the nature of our work, some services will continue as normal while others will operate on a reduced schedule. On Nov. 11, Metro Transit buses will operate on weekday schedules. If you have any questions about your schedule for Nov. 11, please talk to your supervisor. Veterans Day is our opportunity to thank our veterans for their service to our nation, and the contributions that they continue to bring to our communities. Services will return to… Read More
Add pronouns and preferred first name/nickname to PeopleSoft and Microsoft Teams
Employees can now add pronouns and preferred first name/nickname in PeopleSoft and Microsoft Teams, making them visible to other King County employees, but the option for adding to Microsoft Outlook is currently unavailable. Here’s how to make changes: Pronouns In PeopleSoft Self-Service, go to Personal Details and select Gender Identity from the menu. You will see your Federal Reporting Sex listed here. Select the arrow to the right, select the magnifying glass in the Pronoun field, and select one of the options. Check the I agree to self identify box and hit save. Watch this video for step-by-step instructions. In Microsoft Teams, select your profile picture in the… Read More
Coming soon: Add pronouns and preferred first name/nickname to PeopleSoft and Microsoft
Starting Nov. 1, employees will be able to add pronouns and preferred first name/nickname in PeopleSoft and Microsoft 365 (including Teams and Outlook), making them visible to other King County employees. This option advances our We respect all people value and helps us create a more inclusive and affirming workplace for everyone. It also aligns with the County’s Gender Identity in the Workplace policy. These options will be available for both PeopleSoft and Microsoft 365. Sharing this information with other King County employees is a personal choice and completely optional. Once entered, this information may be subject to public disclosure… Read More
Five Questions with Joseph Weber, DHR Disability Services newest Disability Services Consultant
1. What is your role at King County and when did you start? I am a Disability Services Consultant with the Department of Human Resources (DHR). My first day in this role was Monday Sept. 30, 2024. 2. What is your background in disability services? I have worked in various government agencies providing disability services to the public and a vast majority of work experience has been working directly with the King County community. Prior to my current role, I spent my previous 10 years in King County Department of Community and… Read More
Celebrating 2024 National Disability Employment Awareness Month
In October, King County celebrates the contributions made by people with disabilities, and how disabilities, both visible and non-apparent, enhance our workforce, our communities, and our country. On Oct. 8, King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci honored the contributions of individuals with disabilities by proclaiming October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). A job is so much more than a paycheck. It enables a person to contribute to their community, fulfill their potential, and build meaningful connections with those around them. King County’s Supported Employment Program has been creating significant employment opportunities for those with… Read More
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