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Training Spotlight for October 29
Team Leadership – Online – Team leaders must account for the special and unique circumstance of working in a team where responsibility, accountability, communication, and leadership are shared. Know the benefits and challenges as well as key sources of motivation of empowered teams. You’ll also learn approaches for managing conflict in teams. This training takes place on Wednesday Nov. 4, from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $89 and space is limited. Register here. Brain-based Time Management – Online – What we do and how we do it are driven by how our brains are wired. Neuroscience tells… Read More
COVID-19 frontline charities
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving You asked for it, and we created it. A highly requested list for this years Employee Giving Program was non-profits who are actively serving those affected by COVID-19. This above link to the comprehensive list is the result of a collaborative, cross-departmental effort to uplift EGP nonprofits that are working with communities who have been particularly impacted by COVID-19/are “on the frontlines.” This workgroup is centered on mutual support of each other as Ambassadors and of the community. The group has taken a broad, inclusive approach to identify the… Read More
King County website and PeopleSoft available for use
KCIT has resolved the issues that were impacting the King County website and the PeopleSoft system, and both of these resources are now available for use. Thank you for your patience and understanding – we appreciate it.
Return your ballot early
Don’t race against the clock and wait till 7:59 p.m. on Election Day to get your ballot to your nearest Drop Box. King County Elections is expecting about 500,000 ballots back through drop boxes on Election Day alone. Avoid the traffic and get it done early. There are three ways to return your ballot: Ballot Drop Box: If you don’t send back your ballot in the mail, return your ballot to a nearby Drop Box—no stamp required. By mail: We recommend dropping your ballot in the mail by the Friday before Election Day to make sure it… Read More
Support survivors and speak out against domestic violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and an important time to share information and resources to support survivors. Prior to COVID-19, domestic and intimate partner violence were ongoing epidemics impacting people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations, but this health crisis has continued to intensify during times of stay-at-home orders, school and work transition, increased stress, and isolation as a result of the pandemic. This is a critical time to learn about domestic violence and connect to supportive resources. To get help or support someone in need, review the Domestic Violence Resource Flyer to be… Read More
King County website and PeopleSoft experiencing delays
The King County website and the PeopleSoft system are currently experiencing lengthy delays and access issues. KCIT is working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience, and will let you know when the website and PeopleSoft are functioning properly again.
Reasons to enroll in an FSA
Need an easy way to save money? During Open Enrollment—Nov. 1–15—you can enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). You’ll set aside pretax dollars from your paycheck, then use it to pay for eligible health care or dependent day care expenses. Since you’re not paying federal or FICA taxes on your FSA money, you get a huge tax savings. Here’s why you should consider enrolling in an FSA during Open Enrollment: Save money. FSA contributions are pre-tax, resulting in a significant savings. Orthodontia. Contribute up to $2,750 to a Health Care FSA and pay… Read More
Training Spotlight for October 27
Dealing with Difficult People through North Seattle College – Online – Get the tools needed to handle all types of workplace behavior problems. This class is tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 2-5 p.m. The fee is $89 and space is limited. Register here. Race: The Power of an Illusion – Online – This training is provided by an external consultant and will use the three-part video series “Race: The Power of an Illusion” to explore the construct of race, how it has been used to channel benefits to those viewed as white, and why racial inequities… Read More
Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques, October 29 and November 18
This two-hour online workshop will provide you with strategies and tips to help you to do your best during the interview. Learning objectives include: How to prepare for a virtual job interview The interview structure and types of questions you will be asked The STAR-LA method and how to use it to provide organized and complete responses General tips and strategies There are two opportunities to attend this online workshop: Thursday, Oct. 29 from 1-3 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. – Noon. Register here. For additional online workshops offered by King County Career… Read More
Attend an Open Enrollment education session
Open Enrollment for next year’s benefits is coming up, Nov. 1–15. Get a head start on understanding your 2021 benefits by attending an upcoming information session. Join your Benefits team for a live Zoom meeting to: Learn more about your 2021 benefit choices Find out about the updated PeopleSoft Open Enrollment tool See what’s changing next year Discover why it’s important that you participate in Open Enrollment Ask questions and get assistance Register for an Open Enrollment information session. The live sessions are offered on a variety of days and times to accommodate your… Read More
Featured Job: BASe Analysis Service Owner
Salary: $129,981.49 – $164,759.09 Annually Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Department: KCIT – Information Technology Job Number: 2020-12243 Division: Enterprise Business Services Closing: 10/28/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Featured Job: Court Program Technician
Salary: $29.62 – $37.61 Hourly Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Regular, Full time, 35 hrs/week Department: KCSC – Superior Court Job Number: 2020-12309 Division: Family Court Ops Closing: 10/30/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Navigating the coronavirus pandemic with a disability
Every October, King County recognizes Disability Awareness Month. On Oct. 13, the County Council officially proclaimed October as Disability Awareness Month, and this past July, King County also marked the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), signed into law in 1990. These efforts celebrate the many contributions that people with disabilities make to our community and workforce here at King County. This year, due to COVID-19, the Disability Awareness Month Committee has been developing a conversation about how people with disabilities are being impacted by the pandemic. The Committee created an interactive multimedia article, “Navigating… Read More
Join us for a conversation on the impacts of the pandemic while living with a disability
There are many different types of disabilities: physical and mental, invisible and visible, temporary and permanent. The pandemic has had a unique impact on the lives of people with all types of disabilities, bringing joy, relief, and difficulty. Join the Disability Awareness Committee, Balanced You, and the Employee Assistance Program in a live, virtual conversation on the impacts of the pandemic while livin with a disability. This conversation will feature employees with disabilities who will share their experiences and stories of living and adapting through 2020, alongside employees from Disability Services who will share… Read More
Creating Effective Application Materials online workshops, October 27 and November 17
This two-hour virtual workshop will provide you tips and strategies on how to make your application materials stand out. Learning objectives include: Understanding the purpose of the job application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions and how to make each of them more effective Deciding what to include in your resume and the best format to showcase your qualifications How to write a cover letter tailored to the specific position Identifying and showcasing your accomplishments There are two opportunities to attend this online workshop: Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 1-3 p.m. and Tuesday,… Read More
King County GIS receives Geospatial Excellence Catalyst Award
Crossposted from GIS & You Working from home since March means my unabridged Random House Dictionary is always just three feet away. Here is an entry… Cat·a·lyst (n) 3. A person or thing that precipitates an event or change. At its 2020 Annual Conference, the National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC) presented its Geospatial Excellence Catalyst Award to the King County Information Technology GIS for Equity and Social Justice Team. Read more.
The benefits of King County’s Return-To-Work Transitional Duty Program
Getting all those tasks done at work can be a challenge, especially the “non-essential” ones that just seem to pile up. Does your team have stacks of filing sitting in boxes? Need help staffing a front desk or hotline? Have some documents ready to be scanned so you can go paperless? That’s where King County’s Transitional Duty Assignment (TDA) Program comes in. Providing light duty work to a TDA worker gives you valuable labor you don’t have to pay for while also keeping temporarily disabled workers connected to King County. It’s a win for… Read More
Reasonable Accommodations in King County Superior Court
by Linda K. Ridge, Deputy CAO, King County Superior Court Access to justice for all persons is a fundamental right; however, for individuals with a sensory, cognitive, or physical disability, this access can be filled with challenges. Implemented in 2007, Washington State General Court Rule 33 (GR 33) was designed to assure that persons with disabilities have equal and meaningful access to the judicial system. GR 33 requires courts to provide prompt response to requests for accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and the Washington State Law Against Discrimination… Read More
Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month through the 2020 Annual Giving Drive
For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re highlighting nonprofits whose work supports survivors in our region. These and hundreds of nonprofits are participating in this year’s Annual Giving Drive. API Chaya (9617): API Chaya empowers and serves South Asian, Asian, and Pacific Islander survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, assault, and other crimes. They offer confidential support, information, and referrals for housing, legal and immigration assistance, mental health, food and financial assistance programs. Consejo Counseling and Referral Service (9404): For over 30 years, Consejo has been providing intervention, prevention, and outreach services for Latino survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault,… Read More
Disability Awareness Month: Ableism and ally-ship in the workplace
For people with disabilities, navigating a society constructed by and for people considered to have “typical” abilities can be a constant battle, and one that further entrenches the discrimination they face. According to the 2010 census, nearly 1 in 5 Americans experience disability. Some people’s disabilities are visible to others and include physical disabilities such as blindness, deafness, prosthetic limbs, or wheelchair usage. Other people’s disabilities may be less visible or not visually apparent at all, such as behavioral health conditions (depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress), Traumatic Brain Injuries, developmental and intellectual disabilities,… Read More
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