Educating the community about restoring felon voting rights
Crossposted from Election Connection It’s important for voters to make their voice heard. Here in Washington State we take extra steps to ensure that all people who can vote, know they have the right to do so. This extends to felon voting rights, and helping each person understand their right to vote and need to register. Recently, a woman in Texas made headlines for voting in a general election while still on probation. She had broken a state law that does not allow convicted felons to vote until their entire sentence has… Read More
Featured Job: Communications Specialist IV
Closing: 06/11/18 11:59 PM (GMT -8:00) Salary: $85,015.42 – $107,762.10 Annually Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hours per week Department: Department of Public Defense Job Number: 2018IVB08157 Description: King County Department of Public Defense is seeking a Communications Specialist IV to manage DPD’s communications within the restrictions required by the Washington Rules of Professional Conduct. The successful candidate will be an experienced professional with strong communications, a proven background in storytelling and writing, expertise managing leadership communications, ability to think strategically, outstanding relationship-building skills, a demonstrated commitment… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Parks on Twitter
King County Parks is hosting the BBY5K this weekend at Marymoor Park, one of 200 parks …and 175 miles of trail, 28,000 acres of open space, and unlimited awesome! There is a lot happening in Your Big Backyard this summer. Stay informed by following King County Parks on Twitter today @iheartkcparks!
Celebrating Best Starts for Kids’ school partnerships
Crossposted from Best Starts for Kids Blog Schools have a lot of jobs. In addition to education, schools are tasked with helping children, young people, and families navigate challenges in their lives and connect to the resources they need to succeed. That’s why schools and the organizations that support them are critical partners in accomplishing Best Starts for Kids’ vision. On Tuesday, Best Starts for Kids partners working in the Bellevue School District met with Executive Constantine at Highland Middle School to celebrate these partnerships and discuss how Best Starts for Kids… Read More
Executive Constantine delivers keynote address at KCIT’s annual all-hands
More than 300 of King County’s award-winning technology professionals gathered for KCIT’s Library Day 2018, which was held at Seattle Central Library May 22. Executive Constantine’s Chief Operating Officer Casey Sixkiller opened the event with remarks about the role technology plays in moving King County priorities forward. Chief Information Officer and KCIT Director Tanya Hannah discussed KCIT’s roadmap to engagement, and how KCIT employees play a crucial role in this process. Whitney Abrams, Executive Constantine’s Chief People Officer, gave an overview of the “Investing in YOU” strategy for creating a workplace culture… Read More
Pet of the Week: Callie
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Cuddlebug Callie is our Pet of the Week! This senior girl is a gentle and loving cat, and likes to take things slow – so we’re calling her one of our pets with a “Bashful Blue” personality. She may get a little nervous in new situations, and will do best with a family who understands she may need some time to warm up. Once she gets to know you, she would love to cuddle with you in your lap! Callie may not get along with other cats,… Read More
Five great ways to bike everywhere
Five great ways to bike everywhere Crossposted from the King County Parks Plog Bike Everywhere Month is ending, but you can continue to add miles to your biking adventures throughout the year! Try these five tips from the Parks Plog: Add biking to your daily commute. Take the path less travelled. Solve the last mile with bike shares. Get motivated with peer pressure. Go out and explore. Read the full post for more information on each tip. Get out and explore Your Big Backyard!
Third payday of the month today
Most King County employees get paid on a biweekly basis. Since there are 52 weeks in a year, there are actually 26 pay periods. So, two months each year you will receive three paychecks—this year, that happens today and on Nov. 29. The net dollar amount of these two paychecks may be larger because not all deductions are taken out. For example, Deferred Compensation, supplemental insurance premiums, Benefit Access Fees, and Employee Giving donations are not deducted from these “third” paychecks. For more information about your paycheck, go to Payroll or speak… Read More
June is Ride Transit Month
Ride Transit Month is right around the corner! During the month of June, transportation partners and supporters across Washington will collaborate to show our appreciation for our riders. Get on board and pledge to show your support for transportation before June 1. It’s quick, easy and enters you for a chance to win special prizes! To learn more about your employee transportation benefits, visit the Employee Transportation Program website.
There’s still time to register for Sunday’s BBY5K!
Since 2010, the Big Backyard 5K has raised more than $300,000 – funds that have improved Your Big Backyard. Get signed up to join in the fun at Marymoor Park this weekend! The 2018 BBY5K sponsored by Kaiser Permanente is happening at 9 a.m. Sunday at King County’s Marymoor Park. Visit the site to register. If you register soon enough, you can use Discount Code KPThrive to get $20 off. Once registered, you can pick up your race bib, your BBY5K t-shirt, and – if you’re getting them – your BBY5K hoodie… Read More
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