School-to-Work program connects students with disabilities to employers
Since 2005, the King County School-to-Work program has been partnering with businesses to hire students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, both strengthening and diversifying their workforce. The effort brings together schools, state, and employment agencies to connect students with employment services while still in their high school transition programs. “Our motto is jobs by June,” said coordinator Richard Wilson, “and the program is designed to assist students to find paid employment before leaving school.” Currently, the School-to-Work program is serving its 18th cohort of students. Throughout the years, they’ve placed students in… Read More
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is Monday, Oct. 10
Starting this year, King County government will observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a new annual paid holiday on the second Monday in October, which falls on Oct. 10 in 2022. This new holiday provides an opportunity for us to deepen our knowledge about our nation’s history and the institutionalized practices and policies that continue to harm Indigenous people today. It will also help us further our understanding of Indigenous heritage and culture, and the many ongoing contributions of Indigenous people in our region. Look for opportunities to learn more about the heritage and… Read More
Celebrating Disability Employment Awareness Month
by Dow Constantine, King County Executive Each October, King County celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month and the many contributions that people with disabilities make to our community. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation,” and it highlights the importance of people with disabilities to a diverse, inclusive, and thriving American workforce. Every person must have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and fully participate in everything that our region has to offer. Every person must have the opportunity to share their unique abilities. That’s how we… Read More
Seattle Symphony $29 sale ends Oct. 1
King County employees are being offered a special price of $29 tickets for Pops Series Orchestra level seats on the Main Floor. Prices are good through Oct. 1. View upcoming performances and purchase tickets at www.seattlesymphony.org/concerttickets. Enter the sale code 29GKSale. Latin Fire: Oct. 14 and 16 Holiday Pops: Dec. 9 and 10 Gene Kelly: A Life in Music: March 17 thru 19 The Linda Rondstadt Songbook: June 9 thru 11 See all available King County employee discounts on the Employee Discount webpage.
Understanding and supporting people with substance abuse disorder
Public Health – Seattle and King County has a training resource hub for understanding and supporting people with substance use disorders (addiction). The site contains short videos, recorded webinars, clinical guidelines, and educational materials. There are also links to order supplies for programs, and a toolkit for providing naloxone (Narcan) training to your team, clients, or the public. Read more.
KCSO’s newest K9 recruit
Cross-posted from the Sheriff’s Newsletter The King County Sheriff’s Office would like to introduce Quinn, the latest member to join the K9 unit. Quinn is a 20-month-old male Labrador Retriever and comes from a prestigious hunting dog pedigree. Before joining KCSO, Quinn had a career as a featured cover model for Purina. Quinn will start training in October for the narcotics division along with his handler, Detective Travis Gray.
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.
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