Metro provides many options for safely commuting to and from work
King County Metro provides many public transportation options that can connect people directly with worksites within the Civic Campus. For those returning to transit, information about our safety measures and how to ride can be found on our “A healthier Metro is here” webpage. In addition, King County’s Employee Transportation Program (ETP) provides resources and benefits to support King County employees with using transit, Vanpools, walkpools, and other non-drive alone options for getting to and from work. Choosing Transit During the peak commute, Link light rail operates through the downtown transit tunnel… Read More
Helping our community Revive & Thrive Together
As King County recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re working together across departments to ensure our community can revive and thrive together in the future. On May 25, the King County Council passed Executive Constantine’s seventh COVID-19 supplemental budget, funded in part by the American Rescue Plan. The total budget includes more than $631 million in community investments focused on food security, rental support, vaccinations, economic recovery, arts and culture, and more. As part of the rollout, the Executive’s Office worked with KCIT’s Design & Civic Engagement team to create the “Revive… Read More
Employee Discounts to 2021 Washington State Fair and University of Washington football
Washington State Fair: Employees can save on tickets to the Washington State Fair, Sept. 3-26. Click here for instructions on how to purchase your discount tickets. Once you are logged into the Corporate Perks portal, your discount pricing will be unlocked. There is no need to enter an additional discount code. University of Washington football: The University of Washington is offering discounted tickets to three Local Government Appreciation Games. UW vs. Arkansas State, Saturday, Sept. 18 at 1:15 p.m., UW vs. California, Saturday, Sept. 25 time TBD, and UW vs. UCLA, Saturday, Oct. 16 time TBD. To access… Read More
Proof of vaccination required to use Activity Centers
Verified proof of full vaccination is now required to use any of King County’s Activity Centers, and vaccinated staff must wear masks while in Activity Centers. Only those employees who have verified their proof of full vaccination through our existing process are permitted to enter Activity Centers. To provide proof of vaccination for verification, you have a couple of options: Initiating the COVID-19 Vaccination Declaration process through your NEOGOV Dashboard (click on Dashboard > Forms > COVID-19 Vaccination Declaration) and attaching a copy of an official document (see list below), OR Showing one of the following… Read More
Staying safe at work
An employee was assaulted at work earlier today, Thursday, July 29, on the second floor of the King County Courthouse. We are grateful for the actions of the King County Sheriff’s Office Marshalls who stopped the assault and apprehended the perpetrator. This incident is a sad reminder that all employees should be aware of their surroundings and potential threats in and around their workspace. If you see anything or anyone that looks unusual or out of place, please call Facilities Management Division (FMD) Security at 206-296-5000. If it’s an emergency, call 9-1-1… Read More
Future of Work: Return To In-Person Work
Building on what we learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, King County has developed an employee accessible intranet site, The Future of Work, focused on tools, resources, and information. The site helps provide answers to common questions and will be regularly updated with more news and resources. One section, titled Return To In-Person Work, explains in more detail teleworking updates, vaccine and mask guidelines, and answers several frequently asked questions. Although mandatory telework for many employees ended on July 5, 2021, this does not mean everyone will immediately come back to their worksites…. Read More
Employees must wear masks when working indoors with public or while in public spaces
All Executive Branch employees are required to wear masks when working in indoor spaces that are open to the public and in public spaces, and it is strongly recommended that employees who work in non-public indoor settings wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status, in line with the updated health officer directive for King County and new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In King County, similar to other parts of the region and country, COVID-19 rates are on the rise, largely due to the spread of the… Read More
Sound Transit COVID-19 Vaccination Community Event
If you have not received a COVID-19 vaccine, or you have a family member or friend who hasn’t, you are invited to get vaccinated at a community vaccination event at Union Station Concourse this Friday. The vaccination is free and walk-ins are welcome. Union Station Concourse 401 S. Jackson Street, Seattle, WA 98104 Friday, July 30 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Masks and social distancing are required. You can also make an appointment with a QR code link below. Just point your smartphone camera toward the vaccine you prefer and then follow… Read More
Future of Work Executive Summary and Implementation Plan
King County departments are currently implementing Future of Work plans for delivering services and operations in a post-pandemic environment, and you can learn more about the strategy, next steps, and progress metrics in two new documents. Future of Work plans are guided by our True North and values and draw on the experiences and lessons learned during COVID-19. They also incorporate feedback from employees using a variety of listening mechanisms. King County engaged Grant Thornton LLC to support the development of these plans, allowing the County to draw on their experience working… Read More
Working in smoky conditions
Major wildfires are currently engulfing many parts of the western United States and Canada, including our own state, and it is very likely that we will soon experience wildfire smoke in our region. Wildfire smoke can cause a range of health problems, including chest pain, coughing, fast heartbeat, headaches, and asthma attacks. Some people need to be outdoors for their work or other responsibilities, so now is the time to get prepared. If we experience unhealthy air conditions in King County, it is recommended that you limit your time outdoors. If you are… Read More
Employee News 