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What’s a Data Dive?
Crossposted from Best Starts for Kids Blog Part 2 of our Community Owned Data blog series Last week, we kicked off our month-long “community owned data” blog series. You can read the first post here. Every other year, Best Starts collects community data that helps guide our funding strategies. To ensure that we are truly partnering with communities and sharing data ownership, Best Starts partnered with specific communities to have conversations about the data from our Best Starts for Kids Health Survey and help us understand it. We learned a lot from… Read More
Rev Up For Retirement seminar July 11th
You’re not too young to think about retirement! Join us Wednesday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a retirement information seminar featuring guest speaker Jean Cormier, who will discuss your Medicare options. We’ll also talk about the current retirement climate, projections for the future, and the resources available to you through King County. Representatives from the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and the Retired Public Employees Council of Washington will be in attendance. The seminar takes place in King Street Center’s eighth floor conference center, 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle. Registration is… Read More
Featured Job: Administrative Support Specialist III, Transit
Closing: July 1, 2018, 11:59 p.m. (GMT -8:00) Salary: $26.04 – $31.48 Hourly Location: Multiple locations in King County Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Department: Department of Transportation – Transit Division Job Number: 2018EM08230 Description: This career service position located in Metro’s Atlantic Base provides the administrative support required to sustain Transit Operations. The position ensures timely and accurate tracking of employee leave, payroll processing, maintains files, monitors and tracks budget expenditures and maintains spreadsheets and databases. Contact: For more information, contact Elisha Mackey at 206- 477-0193 or Elisha.Mackey@KingCounty.gov…. Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County, WA on Twitter
America’s 13th-largest county, home to 2.1 million people and 39 cities, and the only jurisdiction in the world named for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Stay current on the happenings in King County by joining @KingCountyWA’s 67.4K followers on Twitter. Follow King County, WA on Twitter today.
Pet of the Week: Domino
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC We’re not playing games: Domino is our Pet of the Week! This senior pittie mix is black with white spots, just like his namesake. He came to us because his previous owner couldn’t care for him anymore. Domino’s personality color is “Easy Going Green,” meaning he’s an adaptable dog who loves to go with the flow. This sweet boy is full of love and snuggles! Silly, goofy, and adorable are his middle names. Domino has lived in a home with children, and his previous owner described him… Read More
Save the date: Fifth Annual PRIDE CLE and Happy Hour event
Spread the word about this Pride Month event sponsored by King County Superior Court and QLaw. Two Steps Forward; One Step Back: The State of LGBTQ Rights King County Superior Court and QLaw are sponsoring their Fifth Annual PRIDE CLE and Happy Hour event Monday, June 25 in the 12th floor jury room of the Seattle Municipal Court, 600 Fifth Avenue. The CLE will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and the happy hour will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The panel will explore up-to-the-minute legal issues related to state… Read More
44th Annual Seattle Pride Parade Sunday
Why not bring your family and friends and join the King County contingent? We’re number 21 in the lineup (out of 220) and will be staging on 4th Ave, between Union and University. Just look for the Metro Bus or Medic One Rig to find us. We recommend people arrive at 10:30 a.m. to decrease the amount of stand-around waiting time. Even though the parade starts at 11 a.m., our contingent won’t start moving right away (we likely won’t start moving till noon-ish). This will give us enough time to hand out… Read More
Newest transit-to-trails service makes it safer, more convenient to explore Mailbox Peak
Trailhead Direct – a public-private partnership co-led by King County Metro and King County Parks –launched its third route this weekend, offering transit service from North Bend to one of the most popular trails in the Pacific Northwest; Mailbox Peak. The newest transit-to-trails service reduces unsafe overcrowding at the Mailbox Peak parking lot. Transit vans depart every 20 minutes from a satellite lot in North Bend during weekends and holidays. “We are making it safer and more convenient for hikers to explore one of the premier trails in our region,” said King… Read More
Metro managers who #RideTransit: Alina Tanzer
Shared by the Employee Transportation Program In observance of Ride Transit Month in King County, the Employee Transportation Program is talking with four Metro managers about their transit commutes, and sharing any advice they’d like to pass along to new riders. King County Metro Power and Facilities Director Alina Tanzer is the second manager ETP chatted with. She lives in West Seattle, near the Fauntleroy Ferry Dock. After 37 years with Metro, Alina knows a thing or two about her commute options. Her choice on any given day? She said, “Depends on… Read More
Training Spotlight: Building Change Management and Effectiveness
In support of Investing in YOU, Employee News is rolling out a Training Spotlight, and we’re kicking it off with Building Change Management and Effectiveness! Building Change Management and Effectiveness is a one-day training being offered July 27 and Sept. 7 in room 560 of the King County Administration Building. Craig Fleck will join King County’s own Debra Baker in delivering the session. Helping your team, department or organization navigate the challenges of constant change is a critical part of any leader’s or manager’s work. Dealing with change effectively can reduce anxiety,… Read More
Roads Career Development Academy demonstrates Investing in YOU mindset
When engagement survey data revealed the importance of career growth and development to employees of the Department of Transportation’s Road Services Division, leadership reached out to Human Resource Division’s Career Support Services section to explore a partnership, and the Roads Career Development Academy was born. The program was designed to help employees identify their professional goals and take charge of their careers. Employee engagement scores at Roads are slightly higher than the countywide average, as are Roads employees’ feelings about opportunities for growth and development. Still, division leadership saw that the growth… Read More
Metro HR employee athlete competing in 2018 Special Olympics USA Games July 1-6 in Seattle
The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games will be held in Seattle and King County during the first week of July, and – in addition to being a public partner of the games – King County is proud to have employees participating! Jonathan Leckband, Office Assistant with the Department of Transportation, is one of the employees who will be competing in the games. He is a soccer player who will be representing the State of Washington during the Seattle- and King County-hosted games. More than 4,000 athletes and coaches representing each state and… Read More
New Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy for Executive Branch, Elections, Assessments and Sheriff’s employees
Chief People Officer Whitney Abrams has launched King County’s new Nondiscrimination, Anti-Harassment and Inappropriate Conduct Policy, effective July 1, 2018, which applies to employees in Executive Branch departments, Elections, Assessments and the Sheriff’s Office. “Through our Investing in YOU initiative, we are building a workplace culture that is respectful and supportive of all employees and the unique skills, experiences and perspectives that each of us brings to King County.,” Abrams said in an email to employees. “There is no place for any type of harassment or discrimination in this culture, and our… Read More
Hiring Managers: Vets 4 HIRE funding available
Hiring managers have the opportunity to support veterans in their transition to civilian employment by creating a Vets 4 HIRE fellowship within your organization. The Vets 4 HIRE learning experience should last a minimum of six months and can be either full- or part-time. The goal of the fellowship program is to provide veterans with training and practical, hands-on experience to increase their skills for future opportunities at King County and other civilian employment. You can be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the first six months of the veteran’s wages, up… Read More
Environmental education programs and resources
King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks has made it easy for educators and students to find guidance on habitat, invasive plants, clean water projects and more in curricula that meet state and federal education requirements, that is customized for our Pacific Northwest environment, and that offers students ideas for future careers. The guides provided list resources that include curricula, transportation, in-class trainers, workshops, costs, presentations, camps, and grant and professional development opportunities. The Stormwater Runoff Education Resource Guides, the Green Schools Program, internships and more are in the Environmental Education… Read More
Kudos! to Deputy Joshua Lanich, King County Sheriff’s Office, for restoring faith in humanity!
Donna Wright sent a great, public Thank You tweet to Deputy Lanich of the King County Sheriff’s Office for his assistance Friday in helping an incapacitated driver who had driven the wrong way onto a freeway ramp. “…such an inspiring example of what a public servant should be … you restored my faith in humanity. Thank you for your professionalism and your service!” Thank you, Donna! Kudos, Deputy Lanich!
Save the Date: 44th Annual Seattle Pride Parade
The King County Pride T-shirt orders have been placed, and the parade kicks off at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 24 at 4th Avenue and Union Street. Lasting about 2.5 hours, the parade will end near Seattle Center at 2nd Avenue and Denny Way. Viewers are encouraged to watch the parade from the sidewalks, leaving the street open for the parade. No parking will be permitted in any area along the parade route and all vehicles must be registered, must display an event pass and must have a driver in the vehicle at all… Read More
Noxious weeds to watch for in June
Crossposted from Noxious Weeds Blog If you’ve made it outside on a recent sunny day, you’ve probably noticed the abundance of flowers blooming in gardens, parks, forests, and throughout King County right now. Unfortunately, the noxious weeds are out there, too—many of them bolting, flowering, and even going to seed already. Below are some of the top regulated noxious weeds to keep an eye out for this month. Please let us know if you see one of these high-priority invasive plants, so we can make sure they’re controlled or eradicated in time!… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Parks on Facebook
Summer is just around the corner, and Your Big Backyard is ready! King County Parks – Your Big Backyard – enhances quality of life and communities by providing environmentally sound stewardship of regional and rural parks, trails, natural areas, and recreational facilities, supported by partnerships and entrepreneurial initiatives. Whether it’s the BBY5K, movies in the park, Chomp!, or any of the other countless opportunities Parks provides, you can connect with @iheartkcparks on Facebook and stay informed! Follow King County Parks on Facebook today.
Featured Job: Director, Legislative Analysis
Closing: 06/27/18 11:59 PM (GMT -8:00) Salary: $153,814.75 – $194,969.01 Annually Location: King County Courthouse, Seattle Job Type: Appointed Department: King County Council Job Number: 2018-08195 Description: The Metropolitan King County Council is seeking a dynamic leader to manage the King County Council’s policy staff team and ensure staffing and policy endeavors are consistent with the Council’s vision for Equity and Social Justice. The Director of Legislative Analysis will develop and administer analytical standards for staff, as well as assign staff to policy and budget topics. Policy staff support the Council in… Read More
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