Measles in Washington
On Friday, January 25, Governor Inslee declared a State of Emergency to bolster the State’s response to a large measles outbreak in Clark County, Washington, that could spread widely. In King County we have had one reported case of measles as of January 31, 2019 and we remain very concerned about the potential for additional cases here. Measles spreads effectively among unvaccinated people, including in schools, households, places of employment, social settings, public spaces, healthcare facilities, and any place where people gather. Measles is very contagious and can cause serious illness, especially in young children, pregnant women,… Read More
Normal business operations Wednesday, Feb. 6
King County operations will return to normal hours Wednesday, Feb. 6. If you are scheduled to work Wednesday, please plan to report to work at your normal start time or discuss any changes beforehand with your supervisor. Be prepared for cold weather: Please be prepared for very cold weather on your morning commute. As always, have a plan for your commute, dress warmly, and let safety be your guide when making commute decisions. Metro buses: You can sign up for Metro Transit Alerts (text, email, tweets via @kcmetrobus, see RSS feed via desktop or mobile RSS… Read More
Delayed opening Tuesday, Feb. 5, for non-mission critical employees
Due to icy road conditions, King County operations will open at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5. (District Court staff are expected to report to work by 10 a.m.; Superior Court will have a two hour delayed opening). First responders and other mission critical staff are expected to report to their work location at their usual time. This includes, but is not limited to, corrections officers, 9-1-1 call center operators, emergency personnel, security staff, and certain senior managers. Employees who are unsure of their designation should contact their supervisor. Employees who are not… Read More
Pet of the Week: Bryce
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Fall in love with Bryce, our Pet of the Week! This seven-year-old boy quickly became a favorite among staff and volunteers at the Pet Adoption Center. He is curious, affectionate, and active. He also loves to meow, so if you like a “talker,” Bryce might just be the cat for you! He cannot hear though, so he is looking for a special home with a family who will take the time to get to know his communication style. Because Bryce is deaf, he should be an indoor-only… Read More
Training Spotlight: Introduction to Mindfulness and You’re the Boss: Now What?
Introduction to Mindfulness, Feb. 14: In this workshop we will review the various aspects of mindfulness practice, the ways mindfulness can help reduce stress, reactivity and burnout, and the science that supports the practices. The workshop includes hands-on learning of several simple but effective mindfulness practices that participants can put to use in their lives right away. Register and learn more. You’re the Boss: Now What? Feb. 28 and March 7: Has your job position changed and now you are in charge? Are you adapting to a new supervisory role? In the two-class workshop gain… Read More
UPDATE: All non-mission critical King County functions closed today
Due to updated weather forecasting and safety concerns resulting from today’s winter storm, King County operations will not be open today Monday, February 4, 2019 except for essential and mission-critical functions. First responders and other mission critical staff are expected to report to their work location at the usual time. This includes, but is not limited to, corrections officers, 9-1-1 call center operators, emergency personnel, security staff, and certain senior managers. If you are not sure of your designation, please contact your supervisor. Priority and mission-critical services will continue to be provided… Read More
Updated program offers help for home buying, selling, and remodeling
You could qualify for significant savings and special services! Learn about the newly updated homeownership and banking benefits program offered to King County employees by HomeStreet Bank. Home loan and finance experts will be on-site to talk to you about programs to help you with home buying, selling, and remodeling and answer questions you have about your financial goals. Thursday, Feb. 7, Noon – 1 p.m., Chinook Building, Room 118 Thursday, Feb. 14, Noon – 1 p.m., King Street Center, Cloaca Maxima Don’t miss the overview of this important King County employee benefit! Snacks… Read More
Employee survey revised to better hear from you!
How can we make King County work better for you? We use the annual Employee Engagement Survey to hear from you about changes you want to see here at King County. Employees who participated in the survey over the last three years have helped us make King County a better place to work, and a more effective service provider for our residents. This year we’re making some enhancements to make the survey work better for everyone: The survey is shorter. Analysis will be done in house. There will be more ways to take… Read More
An exciting new wellness tool for Kaiser Permanente members
King County employees enrolled in the Kasier Permanente health plan have access to a new wellness tool. Omada® is a program to support you and eligible covered family members in achieving your goals toward healthy weight and reducing your risk of certain chronic diseases. Omada is available at no cost to you, if you’re eligible. This is another way that King County is Investing in YOU. Learn more.
DHR manager named a 2018 Emerging Training Leader by national magazine
Debra Baker, Acting Employee Development and Training Manager with the Department of Human Resources (DHR), has been selected by Training magazine as one of the winners of its Emerging Training Leaders of 2018. In selecting this year’s winners the magazine said it was “recognizing 25 training professionals who inspired and engaged their organizations with exceptional leadership skills, business acumen, and innovation.” As one of the winners, Debra will be profiled in the January/February 2019 issue of Training magazine and online at www.trainingmag.com, and will be honored at an awards ceremony next month at Disney World’s Coronado Springs… Read More
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