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Bridging the Gap Between Community and Systems
Crossposted from the Zero Youth Detention blog Willard Jimerson, Jr. grew up in Seattle’s historically African American Central District neighborhood. Raised by a loving grandmother and grandfather, young Will could never have predicted that just six weeks after his 13th birthday he’d become a ward of the state and spend the rest of his childhood in America’s adult prison system. One fatal and catastrophic moment on a late night in 1994 changed everything. The kid who once fancied himself a charming and mischievous prankster, who loved playing arcade games and pick-up football, was gone. … Read More
Tips and resources for employees living alone during the pandemic
Social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic presents unique challenges for people who live alone. While those living alone do not have to navigate boundaries with housemates, they may be faced with more difficulty finding social connection. Social connection is an integral part of mental and emotional well-being, and social isolation can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression. To support employees living alone, Balanced You has developed the following list of tips and resources for you to consider during these uncertain times. Visit Balanced You’s blog for more information.
Emergency Deployment Program needs your administrative and project management skills!
Do you have administrative, data entry, project management support or translation skills and want to assist with King County’s response to the coronavirus? If so, we need you! As King County continues to respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, there is an urgent need to fill administrative-related roles within the County. In support of the County’s mandatory telecommuting order, most roles can be done remotely. As we strive to keep our workforce, workplace, and community safe, we have opportunities available to employees for temporary work redeployment to assist with COVID-19 related concerns… Read More
Learn more about Procurement Technology Modernization on August 17
The Procurement and Payables (P&P) section is excited to announce the Procurement Technology Modernization (PTM) project! There are two parts to the project: a new Oracle Cloud system to streamline procurement, and the Concur Travel and Travel Expense (T&E) reimbursement system. Both of these systems are expected to launch this fall. Oracle Cloud will include the following benefits: A new service request portal Allow for collaboration on procurements Enable self-service tracking of solicitations Streamline supplier registration and self-maintenance Electronic bid submissions (no more paper!) A contract repository And much more! The Concur… Read More
Emergency Deployment Program needs your administrative and project management skills
Do you have administrative, data entry, project management support or translation skills and want to assist with King County’s response to the coronavirus? If so, we need you! As King County continues to respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, there is an urgent need to fill administrative related roles within the county. In support of the county’s mandatory telecommuting order, most roles can be done remotely. As we strive to keep our workforce, workplace, and community safe, we have opportunities available to employees for temporary work redeployment to assist with COVID-19 related… Read More
Featured Job: Crime and Intelligence Analyst (PPM II)
Salary: $37.97 – $48.13 Hourly Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Civil Service, Full Time, 40/hrs Wk Department: KCSO – Sheriff’s Office Job Number: 2020MK11917 Division: Criminal Investigations Closing: 8/23/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Making Life Easier offers live and on-demand webinars for King County employees
King County employees have access to a variety of upcoming scheduled webinars hosted by Making Life Easier. Register early for live interactive sessions as space is limited; otherwise, recordings will be available on-demand 48 hours after the live session. Panel Conversation We’re still parenting through a pandemic: Managing this ultimate juggling act, Thursday, Aug.13, 2020, from noon to 1 p.m. Register here. Kids, a job, and a teaching gig: Navigating the chaos of 2020 your way, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m. Register here. Tools for navigating this marathon of uncertainty, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020, from noon… Read More
What to Expect Staying at a King County Isolation and Quarantine Center
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections King County continues to offer community members a safe place to isolate, quarantine and recover from COVID-19. A new video shows what guests can expect. If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 and are awaiting a test result or tested positive for COVID-19 and need a comfortable place to stay, King County’s isolation and quarantine centers are here for you. Having a safe place to isolate or quarantine away from vulnerable family members, group settings or if you don’t have a home, is critical to slowing the spread of COVID-19 and… Read More
Free Parenting Guide for King County employees
King County employees now have access to a free Parenting Guide, developed by Making Life Easier to help parents navigate COVID-19. In this toolkit, you’ll find: How Making Life Easier can support you and your family through this time Resources for creative solutions and supportive practices for navigating the realities of working from home or onsite, remote-learning, and childcare needs Tips for supporting remote learning at home Self-care practices, tips, and resources for you and your family To access the toolkit, log in to www.wellspringeap.org with your username: King County, and click on the banner… Read More
Creating Effective Application Materials, online – August 18 and September 1
King County Career Support Services staff will provide you with strategies and tips on making your application materials stand out. Learning objectives will 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, and more. Tuesday, August 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more and register here. Tuesday, September 1, from 1 – 3 p.m. Learn more and register here. Additional courses are available on the Career Support… Read More
Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques, online – August 20 and September 3
King County Career Support Services staff will provide you with strategies and tips to help you to do your best during the interview. Learning objectives will 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, and general tips and strategies. Thursday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more and register here. Thursday, September 3 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Learn more and register here. Additional courses… Read More
Discount available for Brookdale Senior Living
King County employees can now take advantage of exclusive discounts on fees at Brookdale communities. These discounts are available to employees and their immediate family members. The savings are 7.5% off the basic monthly fee/service rate at a Brookdale community and 10% off Private Duty Home Care. Certain conditions apply, please see website for details. Individuals must show your King County ID Badge, paystub, or other proof of employment or affiliation with King County to receive discount. Employees can also turn to Brookdale for resources, support and advice to navigate their journey to… Read More
RASKC shares new video highlighting services
Ever wonder how Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) helps both people and pets? These services will make you feel proud to be part of the community! Learn more at the Tails from RASKC blog or visit the RASKC website at www.kingcounty.gov/pets.
County recognized for procuring, distributing face coverings for community
Crossposted from the DES Express With King County in Phase 2 of the Governor’s Safe Start Plan, and state requirements about face coverings in effect, the county is distributing 5 million cloth face coverings and 20 million disposable face coverings to residents, workers and businesses. Emergency Management procured the face coverings, and the Executive Department is managing the distribution efforts, working with Chambers of Commerce, King County cities, County Councilmembers, community organizations, churches and faith-based organizations, food banks, senior centers, and other key stakeholders. “As a business that benefited from the King… Read More
Former Metro drivers take on new role as King County Health Ambassadors to slow the spread of COVID-19
Crossposted from Cultivating Connections Fatigue from months of quarantine and welcome summer weather have spurred an alarming rise in COVID-19 infection rates compared to early Spring, making it more difficult than ever to observe public health guidance to slow the spread of COVID-19. Taking quick action, King County is launching a new COVID Health Ambassador Program next week to offer community outreach, education and health promotion resources to prevent COVID-19 transmission. The first ambassadors already know King County: they are former METRO bus drivers redeployed to engage and inform neighborhood and community groups… Read More
Firefighters train in Moses Lake
By Clint Herman, Sergeant, ARFF Recently the KCIA Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) firefighters participated in a live fire training scenario at Big Bend College in Moses Lake. This type of training is required by the FAA for ARFF personnel to hone our skills in the event of an actual emergency. Moses Lake is the closest and most realistic training prop available to us in the Pacific Northwest. A training prop is a steel mock-up of an airplane with fuel-ignited fires so we can practice putting them out. Here’s a video to give you… Read More
Get to know the Voluntary Separation Program
During challenging budgetary times, King County’s Voluntary Separation Program (VSP) allows approved agencies to offer retirement-eligible regular employees a financial incentive of $20,540 to leave County employment in a mutually beneficial agreement. Currently, there are a few agencies that have been approved to offer the program for a limited time in 2020. In order to be eligible for the program, an employee must: Have at least five years of continual current County service, Not be a temporary employee, and Be eligible to apply for a pension from the Law Enforcement Officers and… Read More
Providing guidance during an unprecedented pandemic
King County Emergency Management (OEM) is like an orchestra, with a conductor directing the work of many virtuosos. Their work is helping us carefully move forward in Washington’s Safe Start plan, so we can all get back to our favorite tunes. Stand together, six feet apart. Learn more in the video below and visit the OEM website here.
Pet of the Week: Peter
Here’s looking at you, cat! This is Peter, our Pet of the Week. This young shorthair was brought in by an animal control officer in late June. Peter’s personality color is “Rambunctious Red,” meaning he is a spirited cat with a fun-loving personality. He is an independent kitty who likes to do his own thing, and prefers getting attention on his terms. Peter can get overstimulated with petting, so his new family will need to keep an eye out for signs that he might need a break. Because of this, he would do… Read More
King County a leader in PeopleSoft update processes
Crossposted from the DES Express It takes a lot to keep PeopleSoft, the software the county uses for timekeeping, payroll and a host of other services, updated and usable by all departments and DES divisions. “We’ve been striving to keep it up to date. Oracle moved it to continuous release, putting out updates four to five times a year,” said Hannah Gacey, PeopleSoft Release Set and Project Manager in the Business Resource Center. “We make sure that the new stuff aligns with our business processes.” Read more.
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