Is your information correct in PeopleSoft?
Benefits Open Enrollment is Nov. 1-15, and it’s important that you review and update your personal information in PeopleSoft to ensure you receive announcements. You can also update your emergency contact information, receive important updates, and select the email address where you prefer to receive information. Got to ess.kingcounty.gov and select Personal Details to make sure all items are up to date. For login help, call the IT Service Center at 206-263-4357.
Annual Giving Drive begins Oct. 3
King County’s Annual Giving Drive (AGD) kicks off next week, and it’s your opportunity to support the causes and nonprofits that are important to you. This year, the AGD runs from Oct. 3 to Nov. 18. During the drive, King County employees may: Market and communicate about specific causes and participating Employee Giving nonprofits Sign-up online in self-service for payroll donations for the coming year Give using Time Donation Invite in nonprofit speakers Hold fundraisers and put on special events and more! Look for more information on the many ways you can… Read More
Recognizing Administrative Professionals
Administrative Professionals are a large part of King County government’s workforce and valuable contributors to the success of every department. They support and provide direct services to internal customers and the public. Submissions for recognition for the third quarter are due by Sept. 30. To show your appreciation and recognize an Administrative Professional that you’ve worked with, click here.
King County is moving all laptops to Windows 11 – see what’s changing
King County is transitioning all employee workstations to the new Windows 11 operating system. Designed to enhance productivity, Windows 11 offers a brighter, more user-friendly interface engineered to help you get more done. All business software will function the same, but the new start menu and desktop layout keeps your frequently used applications front and center. KCIT will roll out Windows 11 through 2024 as laptops are replaced, repaired, or issued to new employees. Please do not upgrade your workstation yourself. Read more about Windows 11.
Annual Cybersecurity Training required for all King County employees
Cybersecurity Training is an important safeguard that protects King County systems, and the number of employees who complete training each year impacts our insurance rates. When your training is assigned, you will receive an email from kc-knowbe4@kingcounty.gov with a direct link to your required training modules. If you can’t find the email, check your Junk folder or login with your work email here. All employees must complete annual Cybersecurity Training by Dec. 31, 2022 unless your agency has specified a different deadline. Thank you for doing your part to protect King County! Read more.
Community Conversations with Tony Ventrella
Cross-posted from the Sheriff’s Office Weekly Newsletter Local TV personality and host of Community Conversations, Tony Ventrella, recently met with Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall for an episode of Community Conversations, produced by King County TV. Their discussion covered a variety of topics including recruiting efforts by the department, community engagement, and collaboration with local organizations. Watch the entire episode below.
Executive Constantine unveils 2023 – 2024 budget
Focusing on four priority pillars of work first introduced in his 2022 State of the County address, King County Executive Dow Constantine joined the King County Council today to deliver his 2023 – 2024 biennial Proposed Budget. The $15.8 billion budget will make major investments in the Executive’s priority areas focused on battling the climate crisis and restoring our environment, ensuring every person has a home, ensuring a community where every person is safe, and uprooting racism and racial disparities. Read more.
Seattle Symphony discount tickets
The new season of the Seattle Symphony is underway and King County employees are offered special discounts. Go to the Seattle Symphony website and use promo code BACH23 for 15% off tckets.Tchaikovsky Pathétique Symphony – Performance features pianist Jan Lisiecki conducted by Ludovic Morlot and includes Grieg’s Piano Concerto. Gabriella Smith’s Tidalwave Kitchen rounds out the program. Thursday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23 at noon Saturday, Sept 24 at 8 p.m. Dvořák Semphony No. 7 – Jonathon Heyward returns to conduct and cellist Nocolas Altstaedt performs the Seattle Symphony premiere of Esa-Pekka Saloonen’s otherworldly Cello Concerto. Thursday, Sept. 29… Read More
Wellness Hero Skyler Bridges on healing after suicide loss
For Suicide Prevention Awareness month, we are highlighting a King County employee who has made a huge impact in advancing the conversation around suicide. Wellness Hero Skyler Bridges from Department of Assessments talks about his experience losing loved ones to suicide, how he began healing, and why it’s important to talk openly about the struggles he’s encountered. Read more.
Video: Nondiscrimination, Anti-Harassment and Inappropriate Conduct Policy
At King County, we are building a workplace culture based on mutual trust, respect, and inclusivity, one where we value one another for who we are and what we bring to our work. There is no room for any type of harassment or discrimination in this culture. King County’s Nondiscrimination, Anti-Harassment and Inappropriate Conduct Policy clearly sets out the conduct and behaviors that are prohibited at King County. As a member of our organization, you have a defined role in the policy to prevent, report, and act on behavior that is not in line… Read More
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