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Latinx Affinity Group survey
The King County Latinx Affinity Group Leadership Team developed a short survey to better understand the needs of King County Latinx employees. Survey results will help define Latinx Affinity Group priorities and activities. King County employees who identify as Latinx, or of Latin American origin or descent, are encouraged to complete the survey by 5 p.m. on March 28. Responses are anonymous and the survey should only take 5-10 minutes to complete. Click here to begin the survey. If you have questions about the survey, please contact Melissa Aguilar at MariaS@kingcounty.gov.
Preparing your pet for post-pandemic life
Cross-posted from Tails from RASKC Pets are a big part of many peoples’ lives. While some families have had cats or dogs for years, others took advantage of the extended time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic to adopt a new furry friend. However, as pandemic restrictions ease and more people return to work and other activities outside the home, the newfound time alone can be stressful for our pets. Here are a few tips adapted from the American Veterinary Medical Association and Dr. Patricia B. McConnell, a certified animal behaviorist, to help ease the transition… Read More
2022 Employee survey participation continues to grow
The 2022 Employee Survey, open until Friday, March 25, continues to gain responses, with some divisions already over 50 percent. View the participation rates data here on the survey website to find out how your department is doing. The survey is a great opportunity to let County leaders what is going well and where we need to improve. Remember that changes happen from your suggestions. The survey — which can be taken on your work computer or a mobile device — will take no more than 15 minutes and can be done during work time. Your responses are… Read More
Seattle Symphony 2022-2023 season discounts available
King County employees can receive 15 percent off most Seattle Symphony concerts this upcoming season by using discount code OVATION22. March 17 at 7:30 p.m. and March 19 at 8 p.m: Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 March 20 at 4 p.m: Celebrate Asia March 31, April 2 and 3: Mahler Symphony No. 6 Your promo code will give you 15 percent off these concerts. To order tickets visit www.seattlesymphony.org and enter the promo code OVATION22 prior to selecting seats, order by phone at 206-215-4747 or 1-866-833-4747 and give the operator the promo code or purchase tickets in person at the Benaroya… Read More
Employees should apply now for monthly parking through August
Monthly parking via payroll deduction will be subsidized at 50% for the months of April through August in both downtown garages. Employees who wish to participate will need to submit a parking application (found on this page) to fmdpo@kingcounty.gov. There is a spot on the Parking Application form to list a department POETA. Normally this line is only used for agency-paid parking, but it will need to be filled out on all applications for subsidized parking. Check with your supervisor or manager to get the POETA for your workgroup. Those who have already… Read More
“Dream big. Never stop trying and learning.”
by Manny Apostol, King County Sheriff’s Office Patti Cole-Tindall, interim King County Sheriff, recently spoke to the graduating class of TRAC, which stands for Trades Related Apprenticeship Coaching. This program is a 16-week state-registered pre-apprentice opportunity that prepares incarcerated women for entry into an apprenticeship with the building trades industry. Students shared heartfelt stories of their struggles and inspirations during the virtual graduation. One recent graduate told the audience as to why the program was so important to her: “If you want something you’ve never had before, you need to do something… Read More
Updated mask requirements for employees now in effect
New mask requirements for Executive branch employees came into effect March 12, with masks now optional for most employees with some important exceptions. Masks are now optional in all settings, including public-facing spaces, except on public transportation and in congregate settings and health care facilities, such as detention facilities and public health clinics, where masks will continue to be required. Employees who work in the following settings are still required to wear face masks due to the nature of their work and to comply with state and federal guidelines: Public transportation Correctional facilities Health… Read More
Sheriff’s Office team effort shuts down fentanyl trafficking organization
Over the past several months, the King County Sheriff’s Office Precinct 4 Special Emphasis Team (SET) has been conducting a long-term conspiracy investigation involving a fentanyl trafficking organization. This case is a great example of seamless collaboration to keep our communities safe. The work originated in Burien and it spanned throughout the King County region. On March 2, 2022, the investigation took action when the Precinct 4 SET conducted an operation involving a series of warrants. They received assistance from several other teams in the region inlcuding the SeaTac SET, Shoreline SET,… Read More
Disability awareness resources, recorded trainings from 2021, and planning ahead for 2022
National Disability Employment Awareness Month is celebrated every October by King County to honor the many contributions made by people with disabilities, and how these individuals strengthen our workforce, our communities, and our country. This past year, the Disability Awareness Committee organized a wide series of articles and events to highlight these contributions, including: Universal Design for Meetings, Events and Trainings: This event was hosted by the King County Department of Human Resources and featured Blayne Amson, City of Bellevue Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI Program Administrator. Amson discussed his… Read More
County leaders wants to hear from you through the 2022 Employee Survey
King County leaders want to hear from you about what is going well and where we need to improve. The 2022 Employee Engagement Survey is your opportunity to speak up, be heard, and make a difference. The survey is available in six languages this year: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Amharic, and Somali. King County Executive Dow Constantine, King County Council Chair Claudia Balducci, Assessor John Wilson, Elections Director Julie Wise, and Interim King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall shared why participating in the Employee Engagement Survey is so important in the short video below…. Read More
Changes to mask requirements coming March 12
King County’s current mask requirements for Executive branch employees remain in place through March 11, but changes are coming March 12 that employees need to know about. Through March 11: Employees must wear a mask in indoor settings and enclosed spaces that are accessible to the public. This applies to all King County buildings, facilities, and structures that the public can enter, including public lobby and meeting spaces, public indoor recreation spaces, public service counters, and similar spaces open to the public. Masks are not required in areas that are not accessible to the public or… Read More
Supporting the people affected by the war in Ukraine
Dear fellow King County employee, We are all shocked and outraged by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. Each day we’re seeing the devastating impacts of this decision: the senseless loss of life, bombardment of civilians, destruction of communities, families torn apart and forced to flee the violence, and the uprooting of more than a million people from their homes and homeland. We’re also seeing the bravery of the Ukrainian people, standing up to this dictator, fighting for their country, and fighting for the future of democracy in Europe and around the… Read More
Clean Water Plan building partnerships with community-based organizations
The Clean Water Plan has partnered with eight community-based organizations (CBOs) to understand the needs and interests of historically underrepresented communities in planning for our region’s clean water future. Why partner with CBOs? King County Wastewater Treatment Division recognizes that community-based organizations are trusted advocates and are experts on the best ways to engage historically underrepresented populations. The Clean Water Plan will guide King County’s investments in our regional wastewater system for the next 40 years, so hearing from diverse communities is important. Click here to read more about this essential program.
Vets 4 HIRE fellowship program creates savings and opportunities
The Vets 4 HIRE Program provides hiring managers a supplement to their budget by placing a military veteran in a temporary fellowship assignment using funds from the Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy. It also gives veterans an opportunity to provide their skills and unique experience while filling a need within King County. As this video illustrates, it often leads to a full-time hire of a well-qualified individual who knows the meaning of duty and commitment. For more information, managers can reach out to their human resources representative or contact Vets 4 HIRE Program Manager Susan Navetski.
Dr. Ben Danielson answers parents’ questions about vaccines for kids
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Are you still hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine for your child? Maybe you have some questions or concerns that still haven’t been answered. Beloved local pediatrician Dr. Ben Danielson is here to help! In these videos, he answers some common questions from parents about the vaccines for kids, including: Read more. Is the vaccine safe for kids? Are there long-term effects?
Data dashboard shows how vaccinated and boosted people have weathered the omicron surge
Crossposted from Public Health Insider King County residents who have gotten a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccines are far less likely to get seriously ill than people who aren’t fully vaccinated, according to a newly updated data tool from Public Health – Seattle & King County. Public Health has been tracking how well the vaccines are protecting King County residents against the worst outcomes of COVID-19 – hospitalizations and deaths. The data reported on the Outcomes by Vaccination Status dashboard has shown consistently that the vaccines are working. Now, the dashboard has incorporated… Read More
King County marks two years of COVID outbreak, looks ahead to next phase of pandemic response
March 1 marked the two-year anniversary of King County Executive Dow Constantine’s emergency declaration in response to the COVID outbreak in King County, the first community in the nation to face an outbreak of the novel coronavirus, shortly after the nation’s first case was discovered in Snohomish County. Relying on trusted health leaders to chart the course forward and keep the community safe, King County has gone from the epicenter of the outbreak, to now one of the nation’s highest vaccinated communities with the some of the lowest cases and death rates two years later. Read… Read More
Employee Appreciation Day is March 4
King County values the many contributions of each and every single one of our employees. Thank you for your hard work providing services for King County residents, and your dedication during these challenging times. We appreciate your efforts to continue growing, building, and leading the way in making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.
2022 Engagement Survey starts March 7, and email to participate
Between Monday, March 7, and Tuesday, March 9, most employees will receive an email in their King County inbox from KC Employee Survey (kcemployeesurvey@us.confirmit.com) with the subject line “Welcome to the King County 2022 Employee Survey” inviting them to have their say in this year’s Employee Engagement Survey. Here is what the email will look like: The 2022 Employee Engagement Survey will take place from March 7-25, and it is a great opportunity to let County leaders what is going well and where we need to improve. Remember that changes happen from your suggestions. … Read More
Celebrating 2022 Women’s History Month
King County Executive Dow Constantine has proclaimed the month of March Women’s History Month in King County, and encouraged all residents to participate in events to commemorate and honor women and their contributions to our community and nation. “The 2022 Women’s History Month theme is ‘Providing Healing, Promoting Hope” – a tribute both to the work of women as caregivers and frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to the role that women have played in providing healing and hope throughout history,” Executive Constantine said in the Proclamation. “Despite the innumerable contributions… Read More
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