King County website and PeopleSoft available for use

KCIT has resolved the issues that were impacting the King County website and the PeopleSoft system, and both of these resources are now available for use. Thank you for your patience and understanding – we appreciate it.

Return your ballot early  

Don’t race against the clock and wait till 7:59 p.m. on Election Day to get your ballot to your nearest Drop Box. King County Elections is expecting about 500,000 ballots back through drop boxes on Election Day alone. Avoid the traffic and get it done early. There are three ways to return your ballot: Ballot Drop Box: If you don’t send back your ballot in the mail, return your ballot to a nearby Drop Box—no stamp required. By mail: We recommend dropping your ballot in the mail by the Friday before Election Day to make sure it… Read More

Support survivors and speak out against domestic violence 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and an important time to share information and resources to support survivors. Prior to COVID-19, domestic and intimate partner violence were ongoing epidemics impacting people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations, but this health crisis has continued to intensify during times of stay-at-home orders, school and work transition, increased stress, and isolation as a result of the pandemic.   This is a critical time to learn about domestic violence and connect to supportive resources.   To get help or support someone in need, review the Domestic Violence Resource Flyer to be… Read More

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.