Congratulations Bridge Fellowship graduates
On November 2, King County Executive Dow Constantine and Chief People Officer Whitney Abrams joined more than 100 employees and leaders to celebrate the 22 graduates of the 2017 Bridge Fellowship Program. Watch this short video that celebrates this year’s graduates. Find out more about the Bridge Fellowship here.
Bringing a public health approach to juvenile detention
Dear fellow King County employee, Today I will sign an Executive Order that will change the way we approach juvenile detention by creating a system that addresses the traumatization of youth in detention, utilizes therapeutic approaches and restorative justice alternatives, and ensures that young people and their families have ready access to supports and services in the community. I have directed the creation of a multi-departmental team under the oversight and direction of Public Health – Seattle & King County to draft a proposal for implementing this approach and the reorganization of… Read More
KCEGP deadline approaching, November 17
As King County employees, when we act together, we change the world for the better. November 17 is the deadline to pledge through the King County Employee Giving Program. Join us by pledging today and learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/giving. Don’t forget: There won’t be another opportunity to make a donation of vacation time to a nonprofit!
Lend a paw: Animals searching for their forever home
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving For many of us, our pets are more than just pets – they are a part of the family. Cats and dogs are there in our moments of joy and of sadness, in our moments of smiles and tears. In this year’s Annual Giving Drive, you too can make a difference in an animal’s life by donating to one or various organizations. Don’t wait, lend a paw to a cat or dog in search of their forever home. With over 80 nonprofit organizations doing work with animals, below are… Read More
Keeping King County safe during flood season
Only a month ago, the nation witnessed hurricane-induced flooding in many parts of the country. Our region doesn’t experience hurricanes, but we do experience flood conditions nearly every year due to another weather phenomenon that recently garnered headlines – atmospheric rivers. When the rains fall and the rivers rise, King County’s flood response teams kick into gear. One of the first steps is the opening of the King County Flood Warning Center (FWC), which gathers, analyzes and distributes flood-related information to help people – including County employees – protect themselves, their families and… Read More
Responding to safety: Courthouse Vicinity Improvement effort
Over the summer, several incidents of assault were reported in downtown Seattle around the King County Courthouse building, including assaults on residents reporting for jury duty. As a result King County, the City of Seattle, Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) at The Morrison and the Metropolitan Improvement District (MID) began working together on a new initiative – the Courthouse Vicinity Improvement effort – to improve the safety and cleanliness around the Courthouse for employees, visitors and residents of the area. Along with need for increased security, cleaning up the sidewalk areas outside… Read More
Tech Tip: How to wake up your work computer remotely
We prefer that employees take their laptop home when they work from home, but if you have a desktop, that’s not possible. This video shows you how to wake up your computer remotely so you don’t have to ask a co-worker to turn it on when you work from home.
Featured Job: Engineer I – CAD
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 11/26/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $31.23 – $39.58 Hourly Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Location: King Street Center – 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, Washington Department: Department of Natural Resources & Parks – Water and Land Resources Division Description: This position is located in the Capital Improvement & Preservation Unit within the Stormwater Services Section. Projects in our unit include drainage improvement to minimize flooding, manage stormwater runoff to improve water quality, retrofit stormwater facilities to improve and restore their functions. This unit also provides support to many other Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) within DNRP (e.g. Ecological Restoration… Read More
Kudos! Clinic staff receive rave from Seattle Times readers
This piece was featured at the top of the Seattle Times’ Rant and Raves list. Kudos to the people working at the Seattle/King County Clinic! “RAVE To the selfless, kind people who took time out of their busy working lives to provide free medical and dental care to people in need at the Seattle/King County Clinic at Seattle Center on Oct. 26-29.”
Social Media Spotlight: King County Emergency News blog
This blog is maintained by King County Emergency Management. In the event of a widespread disaster or other significant event, it will be used to inform residents in King County, Washington and the central Puget Sound region. The information provided may include safety tips, emergency directives, ways to stay informed, and important updates. Follow the King County Emergency News blog today! Click here to view all King County social media pages.
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