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October 31: Test of KCInform employee alert system
King County will test KCInform, our employee emergency notification system, on the morning of Tuesday, October 31. This system allows us to reach County employees by phone, text, and email with timely information in an emergency or natural disaster to keep you, your co-workers, and your customers safe. In January this year you received an email from noreply@codered.com asking you to register your personal contact information (work cell phone and home phone, email, and/or cell phone) into KCInform (CodeRed is the platform we use to manage KCInform). New employees have received subsequent invitations to register in KCInform. As we enter storm… Read More
Featured Job: EBS Functional Analyst (Functional Analyst 3)
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 11/05/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $78,520.00 – $99,528.00 Annually Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Location: Chinook Building, 401 5th Avenue, Seattle, Washington Department: Department of Executive Services – Business Resource Center Description: King County’s Business Resource Center (BRC) is looking for two new members to join our fast-paced and highly successful Oracle EBS Team! The team is excited to announce two Career Service Positions maintaining Oracle EBS, one of the world’s most popular financial software. These Functional Analyst III position will work closely with our developers to create cutting edge solutions that support King County’s robust… Read More
Bridge participants use professional skills to address workgroup challenges
The 2017-2018 King County Bridge Fellowship cohort, which started in June, are continuing to explore leadership and development opportunities for themselves and for the organization. Twenty three employees are working through the course, participating in classroom learning, group projects, presentations and career development activities, as well as interviews and site visits to explore the County’s agencies and their priorities. The fellowship is expected to wrap up in November, with a formal graduation and presentation. The program is supported by the Learning and Development Team in the Department of Executive Services and is… Read More
5 ways to stay safe for fall biking
Crossposted from King County Parks Plog The inevitable turn of the seasons brings a whole host of hazards for people commuting by bicycle to work and school. The turn of foliage into autumn’s gentle hues also means leaves will soon start piling up in the bike lane, sticking to rainy streets and generally making a nuisance out of themselves. Add this hazard to oily streets, rainy conditions, and darker times during the commute, and you’ve got quite the gauntlet to run on the way to and from your destination. While some of… Read More
Social Media Spotlight: Best Starts for Kids Twitter
Best Starts for Kids puts every child and youth in King County on a path to lifelong success. Best Starts for Kids is an initiative to improve the health and well-being of King County by investing in prevention and early intervention for children, youth, families, and communities. Follow Best Starts for Kids on Twitter today! Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Tech Tip: End Outlook prompts multiple times
Many of you say that Outlook prompts you to put in your credentials several times a day. This video shows how to put an end to that.
Big changes proposed for 2018 Washington State Noxious Weed List
Crossposted from Noxious Weeds Blog The Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board is considering several significant changes for next year’s state noxious weed list. These include adding small-flowered jewelweed (Impatiens parviflora) and European coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) as Class A and B noxious weeds, respectively—additions originally proposed by the King County Noxious Weed Control Program. Small-flowered jewelweed is a widespread invasive annual in Europe, native to parts of Asia, that was recently discovered in Washington. It often grows in shady areas like forests, riverbanks, and also disturbed or cultivated sites. The plant is usually 1 to 3 feet tall and has… Read More
Watch your mailbox for General Election ballots
King County Elections today mailed ballots to nearly 1.3 million registered voters. This General Election includes candidates for state and local offices as well as nine ballot measures. Make sure to read and follow directions on your ballot, sign the return envelope, and get it back before the November 7 election day deadline. Here’s how to return your ballot: By mail: Put a first-class stamp on your ballot and mail it back to King County Elections. Your ballot must be postmarked by Election Day. Ballot drop box: Return your ballot to any one of… Read More
2017 Annual Giving Drive: Environment conservation
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving Whether you want to be part of the change in a child’s life or a defender of the environment, the Employee Giving Program’s (EGP) Annual Giving Drive provides a plethora of prescreened nonprofit organizations to choose from. As part of the Annual Giving Drive, week three highlights nonprofit organizations that are preserving the environment for generations to come. Earthshare WA (2500) 1402 Third Avenue Suite 525 Seattle, WA 98101 – Together, championing Washington’s future. Since 1987, EarthShare Washington has helped companies and employees connect with, contribute to, and volunteer for outstanding environment…. Read More
2017 Annual Giving Drive: Emergency and disaster relief organizations week
Crossposted from KC Employee Giving The Employee Giving Program’s (EGP) Annual Giving Drive is back in action, and with the recent natural disaster devastating parts of the United States and other countries, this week’s focus is on emergency and disaster relief organizations. The EGP provides prescreened nonprofit organizations to King County employees, where they can give back to their communities directly through a preferred organization(s) via payroll donations, time donation, credit card and check. This year’s fundraising goal is $2 million, and with six weeks to go, every King County employee can still be a part of the 2017 Annual… Read More
Breaking down barriers with Supported Employment
King County’s Supported Employment Program matches job seekers with developmental disabilities to jobs by identifying efficiencies and unmet needs throughout King County government. King County is celebrating Disability Awareness Month in October and recognizing the work that County employees do to serve and support people with disabilities in our community, including the Supported Employment Program. Many divisions have partnered with Christina Davidson, Supported Employment Program Manager, to hire through the Program to meet their business needs. Recent hiring Departments and Divisions include: Dept. of Natural Resources and Parks in the Solid Waste, Wastewater and Parks Divisions, Dept…. Read More
Snoqualmie Summit discount and special offer for discounted Teatro Zinzanni tickets
Discounts for the Summit at Snoqualmie 2017-2018 Season Pass are available through December 31, 2017. To take advantage of the King County Discount for Xpass (all ages), Limited pass (covering adult, young adult, teen and youth) and Unlimited (covering adult, young adult, teen, youth and child) season passes follow these online instructions. To purchase passes for the Snow Guarantee or Senior Pass (ages 62-69) please follow these instructions. More information about the Snow Guarantee can be found here. Information about the discount pricing can be found here. Beginning October 19 Teatro Zinzanni will be performing at King County’s Marymoor Park and is offering a discount to all King County employees. Employees can save over $20… Read More
Get ready to ShakeOut on Thursday, Oct. 19
Though our region hasn’t felt a major earthquake in more than 15 years, we all need to be prepared for the next time the ground moves. That’s why King County encourages everyone to take part in the Great Washington ShakeOut on Thursday, October 19. At 10:19 a.m., or another time convenient to you, practice what you would do in an earthquake: DROP to the floor Take COVER under a desk, table, or other sturdy furniture and protect your head HOLD ON until the shaking stops. FMD will announce the earthquake drill in many King County buildings, and we encourage you… Read More
Resolving conflict together for a common good
King County strives to be a workplace where every employee is supported to thrive and do their best work free from harassment and discrimination, which is why the King County Investigation and Resolution Office (KCIRO) was launched in July 2016 as a pilot program to work with department leaders and employees to help mitigate complaints under the County’s nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policy. “KCIRO seeks to minimize the disruption to the workplace, help the parties maintain a positive working relationship, and reduce the time, cost, and worry of resolving a complaint,” said Steve Zwerin, Investigation Manager… Read More
Featured Job: Associate or Senior Engineer (Engineer II or III)
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 10/29/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $73,132.80 – $104,374.40 Annually Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Location: 35030 SE Douglas Street, Suite 210, Snoqualmie, Washington Department: Department of Permitting and Environmental Review Description: The Department of Permitting and Environmental Review is seeking an Associate or Senior Engineer (Engineer II or III). The work will involve review of development permit applications such as subdivision, building, commercial, right-of-way use, and clearing and grading permits. This position will conduct reviews as they relate to engineering designs for roadway and drainage improvements, and/or impacts… Read More
Kudos! Employee to be honored at DAJD event for excellent work
Angela Toussaint, Continuous Improvement Manager with the Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget, will be recognized for her exceptional work in identifying and making improvements to the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention Corrections Officer Hiring Process. She will be recognized at the DAJD’s Eighteenth Annual Employee Awards Ceremony on October 26 with the Distinguished Service award. Kudos to Angela for her dedication and professionalism in this achievement and for furthering the DAJD mission of providing safe, secure and humane detention facilities!
Social Media Spotlight: Brightwater Center – King County Facebook
Brightwater Center is a bridge linking existing educational, research, professional and apprenticeship programs with the operation of a new wastewater facility; The Center is a meeting and learning place for science, the environment and human impacts; and The Center aims to connect community members, schools and organizations with real life examples of science, environmental protection and sustainable development in action. Follow Brightwater Center – King County on Facebook today! Click here to view all King County social media pages.
Free carpool permit parking now available at 15 park and rides
Starting November 1, King County Metro will offer reserved permit parking for carpoolers at nine additional park-and-rides, including Green Lake, Aurora Village, Shoreline, Kenmore, Bear Creek, Bothell, Kingsgate, Wilburton, Renton Metropolitan Place and Tukwila. Permits are already available at Redmond, Issaquah Highlands, South Kirkland, South Renton, Northgate and Eastgate. Spaces are reserved for permit-holders on weekdays until 8:30 a.m. You can apply now for a free monthly permit at all 15 locations through Republic Parking Northwest. Groups of two or more carpoolers who travel together to a participating park & ride can apply. Basic… Read More
Historic labor agreement delivers on our employee-focused priorities
King County and the Coalition of Unions have reached a tentative agreement on a three-year Master Labor Agreement (MLA) that will, once ratified, help the County advance towards its goal to be a workplace where every employee has the tools, knowledge and support to innovate, achieve their career goals and deliver equitable, high quality service to our customers. “The MLA delivers on many of the objectives of my Investing in You, Best Run Government and Equity and Social Justice priorities,” King County Executive Dow Constantine said in announcing the tentative MLA. “It standardizes many work processes, large and small;… Read More
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