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2020 Strategic Climate Action Plan – All staff workshop, Oct. 31
Advancing our “We are responsible stewards” value We are updating King County’s Strategic Climate Action Plan – the five-year blueprint for climate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for climate change, and work with partners and communities on climate. All King County employees are invited to participate in a staff workshop to provide their feedback and ideas. What are the most important and impactful climate actions we can take? Where can the County lead? What can we accomplish in partnership with you? The workshops will take place Thursday, Oct. 31 from… Read More
Volunteer to be a Ballot Drop Box Closer for Nov. 5
Looking for some Election Day excitement? Meet your neighbors and continue your commitment to public service by volunteering as a drop box closer. Drop box closers are the friendly face the public sees on Election Day, ensuring that every vote is counted and every voice is heard. Who: You and your co-workers! What: Closing ballot drop boxes across King County When: Election Night – Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Where: A drop box location near you Most voters wait until Election Day to return their ballots, with drop… Read More
2019 Annual Giving Drive: Spotlight on nonprofits supporting people with disabilities
King County’s Annual Giving Drive Program started Monday, Oct. 7, and almost 1,200 nonprofits are taking part this year. Throughout this year’s drive, we’ll feature four nonprofits in different categories. In honor of Disability Awareness Month, we’ve highlighted four nonprofits that support people with disabilities that you can donate to. Art with Heart (9220) 316 Broadway Ste. 316 Seattle, WA 98122 –The foundation helps children in trauma and or/adversity find peace, by spreading the healing power of creative expression through art and humanities. Athletes for Kids (9774) 3020 Issaquah Pine Lake Rd #254, Sammamish, WA 98075 – A… Read More
Oct. 17 – Test of KCInform employee alert and warning system
On Oct. 17 at 10:17 a.m., millions of people worldwide will practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On during an earthquake as part of the annual ShakeOut drill. That same day, Thursday, Oct. 17, just prior to the drill, we will test KCInform, our employee alert and warning system. A text, voice, and email alert will be sent to all registered county phones and emails, and employee personal phones and emails, with a message that looks like this: “This is a test of KCInform, King County’s employee emergency notification system. This is only a test. Remember to Drop, Cover and Hold… Read More
King County 2019 flu shot schedule, week of Oct. 9
Check out the King County 2019 Flu Shot Schedule and mark your calendars for the location most convenient for you. These are open to all employees, unless noted otherwise. If you miss the opportunity to get a flu shot at work, here are some tips for getting your flu shot through your health plan. Contact balancedyou@kingcounty.gov for more information. Some things to remember: Clinics are open to all employees, except when noted otherwise. Benefits-covered spouses and family members (age 11 and above) are welcome to attend most clinics, but please confirm these details with your site contact(s) beforehand…. Read More
King County EAP has new location and contact information
The King County Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential resource that provides all county employees, regardless of job title or classification, with counseling and coaching around work related concerns and problems. This includes assistance with workplace stress, coaching and consulting, conflict with co-workers, supervisor support, and other issues. EAP has recently moved to a new location and updated the program contact information. To make an appointment and access services, please call the number or email below. The EAP is located in the Central Building at 810 3rd Ave., Seattle, WA 98104,… Read More
Transition Fairs provide connection and opportunity for youth with developmental disabilities
The King County School-to-Work Program provides students with developmental disabilities the resources to plan a bright future after high school. The program is currently planning its 13th annual Transition Resource Fairs: two one-day conferences attended by families, teachers, local agencies, and potential employers intended to help students with developmental disabilities find employment before leaving their high school programs. Several years ago, Microsoft approached the School-to-Work Program to be a partner in hosting and coordinating the Transition Resource Fairs. This partnership has helped it become one of the most informative and resourceful events for students with disabilities… Read More
Five questions with Lluvia Ellison-Morales, Animal Services Administrator, Department of Executive Services
Why and when did you start in your role with King County? I started in September 2014 in a 3 month STT Project Manager role with Records and Licensing Services focusing on implementing the new TNC legislation (Uber, Lyft, etc.). My position was extended and I took on various other projects during this time. In July 2016 I was hired at Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) as an Administrator III in a career-service role. What do you do in your role? My central role is in Communications and Community Engagement,… Read More
Overcoming a life changing injury with strength, dignity and a committed team
October is Disability Awareness Month in King County. We will be featuring stories that highlight the experiences and contributions of employees experiencing disabilities to our King County community throughout the next few weeks. In early December 2017, King County employee Todd Johnson experienced a tragic accident. A truck driver with the then Roads Division in the former Department of Transportation (DOT) for 21 years, Todd was working with a backhoe digger when his right hand got caught in the machine. After a coworker rushed him to the hospital, Todd underwent multiple surgeries… Read More
Upcoming dates for 2019 EGP Nonprofit Expo Roadshow Tour
Join us at several upcoming expos for the Employee Giving Program (EGP) Roadshow and discover your why! You will have a chance to meet amazing nonprofits, for example: Sarvey Wildlife Center, Wing Luke Museum, El Centro de la Raza, and Mary’s Place. Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Chinook Building, Rooms 121/123 Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., King Street Center, 8th Floor Conference Room Thursday, Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., King County Elections, 919 SW Grady Way, Renton Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 8… Read More
PeopleSoft weekend outage beginning 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11
To allow for system maintenance, the PeopleSoft system will not be available this weekend, beginning at 3 p.m. October 11 through October 13. During this planned outage, the Business Resource Center (BRC) will apply updates and maintenance. This work will begin on Friday, Oct. 11, at 3 p.m. and is scheduled to be completed by 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 14. Please ensure that you have entered your time into PeopleSoft before 3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 11, where appropriate. The system will not be available for access by any County staff during this outage window…. Read More
Discount available for employees at Wilco Coop
King County employees can now take advantage of a 20% discount on outdoor work clothing, boots and other work-related purchases at all Wilco Coop farm stores. To receive the discount, visit any store location and mention the Service Employee Discount with King County and be prepared to show a pay stub or ID badge. View all available discounts at www.kingcounty.gov/employeediscounts.
10 Years of Water Taxi
Crossposted from the Captain’s Blog My, how the years have sailed by. The year was 2007. Washington State Ferries operated two morning runs and two evening runs to and from Vashon Island, and its passenger-only ferry was the only direct access for Vashon residents to downtown Seattle. Read more from the Captain’s Blog
Get Ready to Shake Out, Oct. 17
On October 17 at 10:17 a.m., millions of people worldwide will practice how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Federal, state, and local emergency management experts agree that this is the appropriate action to reduce injury and death during earthquakes. You may only have seconds to protect yourself in an earthquake, before strong shaking knocks you down or drops something on you. The annual ShakeOut drill is your opportunity to practice how you’ll safely respond. Learn what to do, and what not to do.
Featured Job: FMD HR Manager
Salary: $106,889.33 – $135,488.70 Annually Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Department: DES – Executive Services Job Number: 2019RS10605 Closing: 10/13/2019 11:59 PM Pacific Learn more about this position or view all available positions.
Pet of the Week: Sadie
Hi! My name is Sadie and I am available for adoption. I am a genteel older lady who looooooves to stop and smell the roses. I want to sniff over there, and over there, and right there, too! I don’t really care about treats or toys: my priorities are quality time with you, and quality time with every interesting smell I can find. Once we’re home, you’ll see that I am an affectionate lovebug who would be thrilled to cuddle up with you! I will stare up at you adoringly for being so nice… Read More
Regional Mental Health Court 20th Anniversary Celebration, Oct. 10
Join King County Regional Mental Health Court team members, court participants/graduates, local and state dignitaries and special guest Gypsy Temple (an up-and-coming Seattle alt-rock band committed to mental health advocacy) – as we celebrate this innovative court’s 20th anniversary. All are welcome! Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, 1 – 3 p.m., King County Courthouse Room E-942 For more information contact Troy Brown at trbrown@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-2957.
Use Employee ID/ORCA to ride Monorail beginning Oct. 7
Starting on Monday, Oct. 7, the Seattle Monorail will accept ORCA cards! To board the Monorail, present your ID/ORCA to the cashier to pay your fare. King County employees can hop on the Monorail with no additional out-of-pocket cost. Seattle Center Monorail provides a fast, direct connection between downtown Seattle and Seattle Center traveling 25 feet above street traffic. Open daily, the train departs every 10 minutes. Visit the Seattle Center Monorail website for more information.
Annual Giving Drive kicks off Oct. 7
King County’s Annual Giving Drive Program starts Monday, Oct. 7, and it’s your opportunity to support a cause you care about. Find out how to donate or attend one of several nonprofit expos where you can meet participating nonprofits and find out about the great work they are doing. The expos start Oct. 8, with employees now being able to participate in the expo online or in person, making it more inclusive. Download your Expo Giving Passport which, once completed, can be entered for a chance to win a prize. For more information, visit the Employee Giving Campaign Annual… Read More
Training Spotlight: Supervision and Leadership Skills – Series
Supervision and Leadership Skills – Series, beginning Oct. 4: Develop your leadership, communication, motivation, and problem-solving skills with this workshop based series. Take all six classes in the series to enhance your professional toolbox with skills to be used in a variety of workplace situations. Register and learn more here. View more training and development opportunities at www.kingcounty.gov/learning.
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