Featured Job: Social Services Professional – Veteran’s Program
Salary: $30.75 – $38.98 Hourly Location: WA 98121, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Department: DCHS – Community & Human Services Job Number: 2019SC11051 Closing: 1/5/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Update on Department of Retirement Systems public records request
The Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) has advised that on Dec. 18, 2019, the Thurston County Superior Court issued an order temporarily restraining certain state agencies, including the Department of Retirement Systems, from releasing information in response to a public records request DRS received for certain items of information “for each person currently employed by a public employer in Washington.” The court has scheduled a hearing on Dec. 27, 2019, to determine if the order should be made permanent. A copy of the order is available here. Read more on the DRS website. For… Read More
Saving more lives than ever before
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) continues to set the standard when it comes to saving animals’ lives. This year, more than 4,100 dogs, cats, and other animals in our care were adopted to new families or returned to their lost owner. Because of this amazing work, we expect to achieve another organizational milestone in 2019, reaching a live release rate for dogs and cats of 95%. This again puts RASKC in rare company for public, open-admission animal shelters in the United States. The credit for this… Read More
Pet of the Week: Yasu
Hi! My name is Yasu and I am available for adoption. I was brought in by a good samaritan on December 14, 2019. I’m a bit under socialized because I’ve spent my whole socialization prime time with my litter, which means that I haven’t received a lot of consistency or human attention. I’m ready to begin my life with a new family! I am a young dog with who needs some social skills and consistent training added to my life. I’m super sweet and affectionate, but I’m also incredibly high energy and intelligent. This means I… Read More
Happy Holidays to all our employees, we are thankful for you!
Happy Holidays to all our employees! Know we are thankful for you, and appreciate all that you bring to King County! Thank you for your integrity in your work and compassion for our residents.
In January, eligible PERS 2 members can switch to PERS 3
Each January, certain members of Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) Plan 2 have the opportunity to transfer to PERS Plan 3. You are eligible to transfer to Plan 3 if you meet all of the following criteria: You enrolled in PERS Plan 2 before Sept. 1, 2002. You are currently in an eligible position. You will earn service credit in January. Here’s how: Use the resources on the DRS website to help you decide if transferring to Plan 3 is right for you. Complete a DRS Member Transfer Form Return it to the King County Benefits, Payroll… Read More
Navigating a loved one’s military deployment
When a member of the military is deployed, it is challenging not only for the service member, but also for family members, especially during the holidays. Providing support to individuals and their family members currently serving is a meaningful way to impact and uplift each employee and their wellbeing. “My wife, Stephanie, is a Captain in the U.S. Army Reserve and has been serving for 17 years. Her unit has been deployed since March of 2019 so it will be nearly a year before I see her again,” said Ariana Bostian-Kentes, Learning… Read More
Director John Diaz honors DAJD employees who are on active duty
DAJD Director John Diaz was inspired to speak out to acknowledge not only DAJD’s five employees who will be deployed over the holidays, but all County employees who currently serve in the National Guard or Reserve, and their families who support them.
Bicycle repair discount for employees
Local mobile bicycle repair business Shots and Sprockets promotes an inclusive bicycle culture in the greater Seattle area with safety-focused bicycle maintenance and reliable products provided through the convenience of mobile repair vans. King County employees can now receive 10% off all parts and labor on repairs and all retail items. Employees must show a proof of employment at time of service (ID, paystub, etc.). Schedule service online at the Shots and Sprockets website or by calling 206-724-2994 between 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. seven days a week. Service is also available during the workday onsite through a… Read More
A warm thank you to our employee audience
Our top stories, videos, and social media posts for 2019 Throughout 2019, the Department of Human Resources Employee Communications Team highlighted the professional accomplishments, challenges and successes of our employees, as well as King County opportunities and important events. These were shared in our weekly Employee News newsletter, the KC Employee News blog, our KCEmployees Twitter account, the King County, WA LinkedIn account, and our King County Employees YouTube channel. Thank you to all our readers for engaging with our content, sharing it with others, and helping us to be successful in providing you… Read More
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