Kent Isolation and Quarantine Facility to re-open as local case counts increase
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections With COVID-19 case counts rising throughout the region, King County is preparing to re-open the Kent Isolation and Quarantine Facility located on Central Avenue in Kent on Nov. 30. The Kent facility has been temporarily deactivated since earlier this summer. The I/Q facilities currently open in Issaquah and Aurora (Seattle) are still accepting admissions, but are serving more guests than normal. Current guests include individuals and several families. With the addition of the Kent hotel, total room availability will increase to 200. King County is opening the Kent Facility… Read More
Balanced You Hope and Joy Campaign Coffee Connection: Pet Meet and Greet, December 10
As part of the Hope and Joy Campaign, the Balanced You team is hosting a series of informal, virtual zoom sessions, called “Coffee Connections”, to provide spaces for employees to connect over fun topics and events. The first Coffee Connection’s theme is “Pet Meet and Greet.” It will be held on December 10, from 10-10:30 a.m. Join us then to introduce your pet to other employees and meet their furry friends. Click here to join the Pet Meet and Greet via Zoom on Thursday, Dec. 10, from 10-10:30 a.m. Use passcode 205737…. Read More
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Where is COVID-19 transmitted in King County? Report shows most common exposure settings are homes, workplaces, community, and social gatherings
Crossposted from Public Health Insider The dramatic recent increase in COVID-19 cases in King County reflects a wide range of activities and settings where people may be getting exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the virus that causes COVID-19. Instead of a few “hotspots,” COVID-19 risk is dispersed across homes, businesses, and other places where people gather. Currently, with a case-rate above 380 cases per 100,000 residents – more than five times what it was in early October – the virus is widespread in King County. It’s fair to assume at this time that… Read More
Featured Job: Job Progression: Wastewater Operator to Senior Operator
Salary: $77,126.40 – $93,246.40 Annually Location: Multiple locations in King County, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Department: DNRP – Natural Resources & Parks Job Number: 2020RB12472 Division: Wastewater Treatment Closing: 12/8/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
King County Superior Court Chief Administrative Officer Paul L. Sherfey to Retire
King County Superior Court announced the retirement of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Paul L. Sherfey today. CAO is the highest non-judicial officer role in King County Superior Court, and Mr. Sherfey has performed it since its creation by Superior Court judges more than 20 years ago. “Paul Sherfey has been an incredible asset to King County Superior Court, and more broadly, to the people of King County,” said King County Superior Court Presiding Judge Jim Rogers. “His skillful leadership and calm demeanor have steadied Superior Court through countless challenges and achievements. On behalf of King County Superior Court,… Read More
Executive Constantine appoints Terry White Metro General Manager
King County Executive Dow Constantine announced the appointment of Terry White as General Manager of King County Metro, the region’s largest public transportation agency. White currently serves as Interim General Manager and previously served as Deputy General Manager. “I am honored to appoint Terry White to be King County Metro General Manager,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine. “Terry possesses a bold vision for how our transit system can lead with equity and prioritize service where needs are greatest. Across his remarkable 33-year career at Metro, he has unrivaled knowledge, insights, and… Read More
Balanced You Hope and Joy Campaign
As we move through the difficulty and stress of a socially isolating pandemic, Balanced You is launching the Hope and Joy Campaign. Throughout the winter, we will find ways to connect with one another through moments of hope and joy. The Hope and Joy Campaign does not exist to quiet other emotions you may be experiencing during this time, but rather balance them with joyful emotions and connection with each other so we can build our strength to weather these challenges. Please join Balanced You in making hope and joy contagious this… Read More
“Imputed taxable income” and agency-paid parking
Some employees have received agency-paid parking at the Goat Hill and King Street Center garages during the COVID-19 pandemic. The federal Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers this an employer-paid benefit, and employees can be liable for income taxes on any amount over $270 per month, the threshold amount for 2020. For example, if the agency-paid parking for the month totaled $340, an employee receiving the benefit could be taxed on the excess, which in this example is $70. This “Imputed Taxable Income” is shown on your paystub as “ImpTxIncm” under Employee Taxable Value. … Read More
Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques, December 9 and December 17
This two-hour virtual 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: Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 10 to noon and Thursday, Dec. 17 from 1–3pm. Register here. For additional online workshops offered by King County Career Support Services… Read More
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