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Emergency Management awarded a grant to plan for catastrophic disasters
Crossposted from the DES Express Following a major earthquake, the supply chain that delivers life-sustaining products to our region will be impacted. King County Emergency Management received nearly $930,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program to establish a framework that lays out alternative modes of delivering these much needed products, specifically using our region’s waterways. Equity and social justice is a large component of the grant, and the framework will work to ensure that it includes distributing goods and services to the diverse and traditionally… Read More
Halloween tips from Public Health
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Holidays are going to be different this year, no question about it. But we all need to have some festivity, especially in the midst of the all we’ve had to deal with this year. Halloween has some good celebration options since many activities can be outside and mask wearing is part of the holiday, but there are still some risks with COVID circulating. Public Health has tips to prevent illness, help our community stay on track for reopening, and still retain some of the spooky and sweet flavor of Halloween. … Read More
Featured Job: Administrative Specialist III
Salary: $25.38 – $32.17 Hourly Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk Department: DJA – Judicial Administration Job Number: 2020JF12150 Division: Judicial Admin Closing: 10/2/2020 4:30 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Resources for caregivers during COVID-19
A caregiver is anyone who provides help to another person in need, such as an ill spouse or partner, a disabled child, or an aging relative. Employees who are caregivers for adults and elders are some of the unsung heroes of the pandemic. While caregiving can be joyful and rewarding, it can also be overwhelming or stressful for even the most resilient people. The pandemic, which has increased social isolation and decreased or changed availability of social services, has made the role of caregiving even more challenging. A recent study from the Centers… Read More
Update on the 2021-2022 Proposed Budget
Executive Dow Constantine transmitted his 2021-2022 Proposed Budget to the King County Council this week. Dwight Dively, Director of the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget, recorded a short video about the budget for employees, including a brief overview of three important initiatives—anti-racism, Health Through Housing, and the COVID-19 response. Council expects to adopt the budget on Nov. 17 after extensive deliberations and public comment. For more information, view the video below.
Upcoming Making Life Easier – Wellspring webinars
Choose from these upcoming webinars. Register early for live interactive sessions as space is limited; otherwise, recordings will be available on-demand 48 hours after the live session. Suicide Awareness & Prevention: A Learning and Conversation Session, Sept. 23. This live presentation and panel will take place Wednesday, Sept. 23 from noon to 1 p.m. Learn more and register here. Pandemic Loneliness: How to Seek More Connection, Oct. 7. This live presentation will take place Wednesday, Oct. 7 from noon to 1 p.m. Learn more and register here. Connecting With Your Wisdom & Strength: Tools for Persisting In These Times, Oct. 27. This live… Read More
Pet of the Week: Benji
Looking for a handsome, high-energy pal? Our Pet of the Week Benji may fit the bill! This young Australian cattle dog mix was brought in by his former owner because he was overwhelmed by the children in the home. Based on that history, the caretakers at the Pet Adoption Center feel that a home with adults or older, dog-savvy kids would be the best fit for this amazing boy. Read more and view all available pets at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. Have you or someone you know adopted a pet from RASKC? Let us know. We’d love… Read More
A conversation on hope and hopelessness
Crossposted from Public Health Insider Adjusting to the changes COVID-19 has imposed has been very difficult for everyone. Some are navigating different layers of grief and loss. Many are feeling varying waves of hope and hopelessness. For those with mental health conditions, this time has been a continuation and possibly, an amplification of those thoughts and feelings. Mental health affects us all, and brings with it various challenges and concerns. If you or someone you know is in need of support, you are not alone. Support is available. We talked with Diana Cortez Yanez, a King… Read More
Be cautious: Local and nationwide phishing campaigns on the rise
Sophisticated cybercriminals are using phishing emails to break into computer networks and systems, and these attacks are on the rise both locally and nationally. It is up to all of us to be vigilant when using County email and internet resources. Never click a link in an email if you have any doubts about its origins. Scammers are experts at tempting people into clicking on fake emails, and have become very sophisticated with their cyber attacks. Here’s what to look for when you receive an email you aren’t sure about: Do not ever… Read More
PeopleSoft HCM outage this weekend, September 25-27
To allow for system maintenance, the PeopleSoft system will not be available the weekend of Sept. 25-27. During this planned outage, the Business Resource Center (BRC) will apply vendor updates and maintenance. PeopleSoft will have a new look and feel after the updates. Employees will notice the new design and color scheme on the login screen and homepages. Get a sneak preview of the new look and feel here. This work will begin on Friday, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. and is scheduled to be completed by 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 28. The system will not be available for… Read More
Virtual Resource Center offers easy online access to dozens of community service providers in King County
To provide King County residents with ready access to dozens of community service providers during the COVID-19 Pandemic, King County District Court is making available a Virtual Resource Center (VRC). Operated as part of the court’s community court program, the VRC is open to anyone in the community to visit via Zoom videoconference or by telephone. Services at the VRC include access to education, work training, substance abuse treatment, transportation discounts, Public Health/the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, and many more. Prior to COVID-19, King County District Court operated in-person community… Read More
Is your information correct in PeopleSoft?
It’s important to review and update your personal information in PeopleSoft to ensure: You will get important Open Enrollment and other employee benefits information mailed to you at the address you provide. Your emergency contact can be notified if something happens to you at work. You can be notified of building closures, safety directives, etc. You can receive information at the email address you prefer. Here’s how: Sign in to PeopleSoft. You can also access PeopleSoft from your personal device at ess.kingcounty.gov. Go to Personal Details. Make sure all items are up-to-date. Save any changes … Read More
Metro to resume fare collection Oct. 1
Crossposted from Metro Matters On Thursday, October 1, Metro will resume collecting fares for all transit services: buses, Access paratransit, Seattle Streetcar (First Hill and South Lake Union), Vanpool, Via to Transit and other flexible services, and water taxi (Vashon Island and West Seattle). Fare collection is already taking place on Sound Transit Express bus and Sound Transit light rail. Safety partitions are being installed in our coaches to protect both passengers and our operators In anticipation of growing ridership, Metro has implemented numerous health innovations so fares can be safely collected with minimal contact between operators and passengers. Metro is… Read More
Training Spotlight: Upcoming learning opportunities
Visit Learning and Development to find a diverse collection of classes available. Employees can view the King County Eventbrite page for current listings, and visit the Learning and Development website for other opportunities from various agencies. Current offerings include: King County Mentor Program Lunch and Learn – Online – This one hour Lunch and Learn is free and will provide detail on how to become a mentor or find a mentor. Facilitated by Rowena Jackson with a variety of options, you can register here for the next session on Friday, Sept. 25. Communication and Problems Solving Skills Online – Facilitated by Lenny… Read More
2020 Flu shot reminders
This year’s flu season will be a difficult one as we also navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Do your part to keep yourself and your community healthy by getting a seasonal flu shot. Flu shots are available at King County job sites for essential employees required to report to work during this time. Essential, onsite employees can visit this Balanced You blogpost for more information, including a schedule of flu shot events and information on how to make an optional reservation. Telecommuting employees and all King County employees’ family members are encouraged to visit their… Read More
One-stop website offers resources for employees facing layoff
Preparing for a layoff is a difficult and stressful time, and finding accurate and supportive information is important. King County provides a range of resources to support you during this time, including stress, career support, and other support services, and you can access all of them through our new one-stop Layoff Support Resources website: www.kingcounty.gov/layoff-resources. This website shares information about benefits, pay, and retirement; programs that can help you land a new job; and mental health and well-being resources, so you have the tools you need as you transition from King County employment. The resources… Read More
Elections in the time of COVID-19
Crossposted from Election Connection Keeping our staff and voters safe and healthy is one of our top priorities for this upcoming election. Here are some questions we’ve encountered about how we’re handling the upcoming election in the midst of a pandemic. How do I vote in a COVID-19 world? The great news is that we already vote-by-mail in Washington State. If you are already registered to vote, your ballot will be mailed to you automatically about three weeks before Election Day. You can fill it out in the convenience of your home and… Read More
My 2021-2022 proposed biennial budget
Dear fellow King County employee, Today I transmitted my 2021-2022 proposed biennial budget to the Metropolitan King County Council. It is a budget driven by our values, our anti-racism agenda, and the needs of our community. It tackles homelessness, transforms the criminal legal system, invests in our communities and community engagement, preserves and protects more of our region’s land and water, and continues our fight against climate change. It strengthens our equity and inclusion efforts, and purposefully incorporates an emphasis on racial justice and anti-racism. Some of the highlights include: A proposal… Read More
King County website is available again
The King County website has been restored and is now available for use. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this morning’s outage, and thank you for your patience.
Executive proclamation for 2020 Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month and events
King County Executive Dow Constantine has proclaimed the month beginning Sept. 15 “Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month” in King County. View the full proclamation here. To commemorate the celebration, the King County Latinx Affinity Group (KCLx) hosted a kick off celebration by hosting an informal panel discussion with the KCLx leadership committee. “During these difficult times, this is an opportunity for us to proudly share and celebrate our diverse Latinx culture with our colleagues, as well as come together with our King County familia for mutual support,” shared Melissa Arias, KCLx Membership Chair and Program Manager for the Department of Community and Human Services. KCLx is collaborating with Sound Transit Latinx… Read More
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