Featured Job: Court Commissioner
Closing Date/Time: Mon. 01/29/18 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $160,728.00 Annually Job Type: Regular, Full time, 35 hrs/week Location: Multiple locations in King County, Washington Department: King County Superior Court Description: King County Superior Court is recruiting for two Court Commissioner positions: A current opening for Family Law Commissioner and an anticipated opening for Ex Parte Commissioner. Candidates may apply for either or both positions. Qualified candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments. Commissioners fill a variety of statutory and constitutional responsibilities and preside over the Ex Parte, Probate, Family Law, Juvenile Court… Read More
Kudos! Archivists acknowledged for book contributions!
Waterway: The Story of Seattle’s Locks and Ship Canal by David Williams and Jennifer Ott was published this year as a part of the regional centennial celebration of the opening of the Lake Washington Ship canal and the Ballard Locks. Several staff from King County Archives were acknowledged for their contributions in the new book, including archivist Carol Shenk, assistant archivists Jill Anderson and Rebecca Pixler, and reference specialist Greg Lange. Kudos to these Records and Licensing Services Division staff for their innovation and contributions!
Social Media Spotlight: KC Employee News blog
King County has more than 13,000 employees who work to make a difference in our community every day. We strive to tell stories that highlight the work we do – in health and human services, law enforcement, courts, parks, wastewater treatment, transportation, and much more – and that also supports our residents, builds strong communities, and helps to make our region a great place to live and work. Follow the KC Employee News blog today. Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Happy New Year: A new dawn, a new day
We wish all our employees a safe and joyous Happy New Year, full of beautiful memories and exciting opportunities! As the legendary Nina Simone said, “It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day. It’s a new life for me and I’m feeling good.” So enjoy the holiday the season and feel good in 2018!
Make the holidays safer for your pet
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC The holidays are a fun and festive time for everyone, including our pets. However, that good cheer could be ruined if your cat or dog ends up sick, missing, or worse. To help keep this the most wonderful time of the year, Regional Animal Services is pleased to offer the following tips adapted from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Keep people food away from your pet, especially candy and chocolate, and ask your holiday guests to do the same. If you suspect your dog or cat has gotten… Read More
Medical Examiner’s Report: What we learned from those we lost in 2016
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Last year, 14,373 people died in King County. The King County Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO) investigated those deaths that were sudden, unexpected or unnatural – 2,494* in total. But, the count of life lost is more than a number. By tracking and analyzing different manners of death as well as trends in homicides, traffic fatalities, and drug overdose deaths, we are able to develop preventative measures and learn about emerging issues. Here are some key findings from 2016, as illustrated in the MEO’s recently published annual report, and… Read More
Are you prepared for holiday snow flurries?
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Snow can catch us off guard, especially if we have health needs. When snow closes roads, it’s hard for people to get to their medical appointments or get crucial medical supplies. That’s why it’s important to plan ahead when you hear a forecast for possible snow or severe winter weather if you have medical needs. Things to consider if you depend on: Oxygen tanks, medication prescriptions, or other medical supplies: Plan with your doctor, pharmacist, or medical service provider about what to do if they can’t be delivered… Read More
Temporary travel lane closures beginning in early January near Coal Creek Parkway
Preliminary work is about to get underway on planned upgrades to an aging and undersized regional sewer line that is a critical part of King County’s clean-water infrastructure in Bellevue and Newcastle. While construction on the Coal Creek Trunk sewer upgrade isn’t expected to begin until 2021, crews will begin drilling test holes in early January near Coal Creek Parkway to help determine soil conditions along the new line’s recommended alignment. Starting Jan. 4, crews will perform two to four days of test drilling per week at five locations along Coal Creek Parkway. The… Read More
The year in review: Responding to climate change by taking strategic actions in 2017
Crossposted from Keeping King County Green King County bolstered its reputation as a national leader in the effort to confront climate change in 2017, delivering on Executive Dow Constantine’s commitment to protect the region’s natural environment while creating more resilient communities. Whether it’s a pledge to operate one of the nation’s largest zero emission battery bus fleets, expanding non-motorized transportation options, or investing in alternative energy sources, King County’s efforts are helping people, neighborhoods and even cities adapt to a changing world. The Department of Natural Resources and Parks coordinated much of the County’s work… Read More
Save the planet one plate at a time!
Crossposted from Go, Green Team! Easy ways to help the environment are to compost your food waste and not waste food. On average, Americans waste about 25 percent of all food and drinks we buy. That’s not only wasting food, that’s wasted money – $130 every month. By helping prevent food waste, you are also saving water, energy and fuel that are all used to produce, package, and transport food. Learn more at Food: Too Good to Waste. Recently, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) did studies in three cities- Denver, New York and Nashville… Read More
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