King County website and PeopleSoft experiencing delays

The King County website and the PeopleSoft system are currently experiencing lengthy delays and access issues. KCIT is working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience, and will let you know when the website and PeopleSoft are functioning properly again.

Reasons to enroll in an FSA 

Need an easy way to save money? During Open Enrollment—Nov. 1–15—you can enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). You’ll set aside pretax dollars from your paycheck, then use it to pay for eligible health care or dependent day care expenses. Since you’re not paying federal or FICA taxes on your FSA money, you get a huge tax savings.  Here’s why you should consider enrolling in an FSA during Open Enrollment:  Save money. FSA contributions are pre-tax, resulting in a significant savings.  Orthodontia. Contribute up to $2,750 to a Health Care FSA and pay… Read More

Training Spotlight for October 27   

Dealing with Difficult People through North Seattle College – Online – Get the tools needed to handle all types of workplace behavior problems. This class is tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 2-5 p.m. The fee is $89 and space is limited. Register here.  Race: The Power of an Illusion – Online – This training is provided by an external consultant and will use the three-part video series “Race: The Power of an Illusion” to explore the construct of race, how it has been used to channel benefits to those viewed as white, and why racial inequities… Read More

Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques, October 29 and November 18  

This two-hour online workshop will provide you with strategies and tips to help you to do your best during the interview. Learning objectives include:  How to prepare for a virtual job interview  The interview structure and types of questions you will be asked  The STAR-LA method and how to use it to provide organized and complete responses  General tips and strategies  There are two opportunities to attend this online workshop:   Thursday, Oct. 29 from 1-3 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. – Noon. Register here.   For additional online workshops offered by King County Career… Read More

Attend an Open Enrollment education session 

Open Enrollment for next year’s benefits is coming up, Nov. 1–15. Get a head start on understanding your 2021 benefits by attending an upcoming information session. Join your Benefits team for a live Zoom meeting to:  Learn more about your 2021 benefit choices  Find out about the updated PeopleSoft Open Enrollment tool  See what’s changing next year  Discover why it’s important that you participate in Open Enrollment  Ask questions and get assistance  Register for an Open Enrollment information session. The live sessions are offered on a variety of days and times to accommodate your… Read More

Featured Job: BASe Analysis Service Owner 

Salary: $129,981.49 – $164,759.09 Annually  Location: Seattle, WA  Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week  Department: KCIT – Information Technology  Job Number: 2020-12243  Division: Enterprise Business Services  Closing: 10/28/2020 11:59 PM Pacific  Learn more about this position or view all available positions. 

Featured Job: Court Program Technician 

Salary: $29.62 – $37.61 Hourly  Location: Seattle, WA  Job Type: Regular, Full time, 35 hrs/week  Department: KCSC – Superior Court  Job Number: 2020-12309  Division: Family Court Ops  Closing: 10/30/2020 11:59 PM Pacific  Learn more about this position or view all available positions. 

Navigating the coronavirus pandemic with a disability 

Every October, King County recognizes Disability Awareness Month. On Oct. 13, the County Council officially proclaimed October as Disability Awareness Month, and this past July, King County also marked the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), signed into law in 1990. These efforts celebrate the many contributions that people with disabilities make to our community and workforce here at King County.  This year, due to COVID-19, the Disability Awareness Month Committee has been developing a conversation about how people with disabilities are being impacted by the pandemic. The Committee created an interactive multimedia article, “Navigating… Read More

Join us for a conversation on the impacts of the pandemic while living with a disability 

There are many different types of disabilities: physical and mental, invisible and visible, temporary and permanent. The pandemic has had a unique impact on the lives of people with all types of disabilities, bringing joy, relief, and difficulty. Join the Disability Awareness Committee, Balanced You, and the Employee Assistance Program in a live, virtual conversation on the impacts of the pandemic while livin with a disability.  This conversation will feature employees with disabilities who will share their experiences and stories of living and adapting through 2020, alongside employees from Disability Services who will share… Read More

Creating Effective Application Materials online workshops, October 27 and November 17  

This two-hour virtual workshop will provide you tips and strategies on how to make your application materials stand out. Learning objectives include:  Understanding the purpose of the job application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions and how to make each of them more effective  Deciding what to include in your resume and the best format to showcase your qualifications  How to write a cover letter tailored to the specific position  Identifying and showcasing your accomplishments  There are two opportunities to attend this online workshop:   Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 1-3 p.m. and Tuesday,… Read More