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Five questions with Kara Hannigan, Training and Organizational Development Manager, Human Resources Division
Why did you start as a Training and Organizational Development Manager with King County? I’ve worked in learning and leadership development for many years across different sectors. Initially as a high school teacher, then training librarians and patrons to use computer applications and the Internet while working for The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and most recently, at Starbucks leading management and leadership development. What I love about learning and development is that, in an organization that cares about its employees and makes learning a priority, you can really make a difference…. Read More
Payroll beefs up security for direct deposits
To better protect the security of your banking information in PeopleSoft for direct deposit, beginning this week, bank account numbers will be masked in Self-Service except for the last four digits. Previously, the entire bank account number was visible. You will only see the entire number when you add a new bank account; after that, only the last four digits. This change can be seen in two different areas of PeopleSoft Self-Service: Direct Deposit and View Paycheck (see examples below). Self Service > My Payroll > Direct Deposit Self Service > My… Read More
Tech Tip: Cyber security and social media
There are more than 1.6 billion social network users worldwide. This is why cyberattackers love social media. In fact, one recent study reports more than 600,000 Facebook accounts are compromised everyday. Here’s the lowdown on their favorite attacks: Like-jacking: occurs when criminals post fake Facebook “like” buttons to webpages. Users who click the button don’t “like” the page, but instead download malware. Link-jacking: this is a practice used to redirect one website’s links to another which hackers use to redirect users from trusted websites to malware infected websites that hide drive-by downloads… Read More
The annual Employee Giving Drive is underway
The County’s 2016 Annual Employee Giving Drive has begun! Last year’s drive raised more than $1.75 million for hundreds of nonprofit organizations. This year’s goal is $1.82 million. This is the power of our workplace giving program. We can harness our individual actions to make a substantial collective impact in areas such as the access to education, food and hunger, and the arts. The Employee Giving Program is a philanthropic resource for King County employees, and benefits county employees by: Providing prescreened nonprofits Allowing you to plan your giving Providing you the… Read More
County recognizes and celebrates value of workers with disabilities, proclaimed October Disability Awareness Month
As the Metropolitan King County Council declared October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in King County, the Council celebrated the talents and contributions of county employees with temporary or permanent disabilities serving the public. “Families and communities within King County are enriched by the diversity and perspective of those living with a disability,” said Council Chair Joe McDermott. “We must continue to strive to address the injustices that linger and remove the barriers that remain, so that all lives are equally valued, no matter ability.” In addition to the Council’s reading of… Read More
Employee survey participation continues to grow, nearing 50 percent in some departments
The 2016 Employee Survey, open until Friday, October 21, continues to gain responses, with some departments nearing 50 percent. View the data on the survey website to find out how your department is doing. As a reminder, King County is committed to increasing equity, fairness, opportunity and social justice in all we do. This includes equity in our employee experiences. We are asking for you to complete demographic questions so that we can learn whether employees with different backgrounds and characteristics have significantly different work experiences at King County. This information will… Read More
Featured Job: Communications Manager
Closing Date/Time: Wed. 10/12/16 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $92,830.40 – $117,665.60 Annually Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Location: King Street Center – 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, Washington Department: Department of Transportation – Director’s office Description: This exciting career service opportunity is open to all qualified candidates. The position manages the Department of Transportation’s Office of Communications and reports to the Department Deputy Director. The Communication Manager supervises eleven staff members in the Director’s Office who perform a wide range of duties, including strategic communication planning, management of… Read More
KCIT presents Hands on Technology Day at Chinook Oct. 10
On Monday, Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Chinook lobby and rooms 121, 123 and 124 will host KCIT Tech professionals ready and willing to help. We have tables and booths and room dedicated to King County employee support. Bring your device (county-issued laptops, smartphones, tablets) to our HelpDesk for repairs. Join us in person or via Skype for Skype tutorials including: Noon: How to set up a Skype Meeting to allow both internal and external people to attend the meeting for the sharing and brainstorming of ideas and information…. Read More
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Monday, Oct. 10
Seattle voted in 2014 to honor Native Americans, and their contributions to our history and achievements, on what has traditionally been celebrated as Columbus Day. Now the second Monday in October is officially Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Seattle. It’s an especially poignant turnaround given that in 1865 the City of Seattle passed a resolution banning Native Americans from living in Seattle. Indigenous Peoples’ Day also recognizes that we all are living on Indian land, and that without the displacement of its first inhabitants, none of us would be here. The day also… Read More
Tech Tip: October is CyberSecurity Awareness Month
The Department of Homeland Security has proclaimed October Cyber Security Awareness month and the theme is: Stop. Think. Connect. STOP: make sure security measures are in place. THINK: about the consequences of your actions and behaviors online. CONNECT: enjoy your devices with more peace of mind. (Here’s a link to the website. It’s great and has tips in multiple languages.) Top takeaways this week: Update all devices with the latest security patches as soon as patches are released. Consider a sentence for a password: Ilovesushi! Use the two-step authentication process if it’s offered…. Read More
Social Media Spotlight: King County Metro Twitter
Metro Transit is your “go to” agency for public transportation throughout King County. We are popular locally and admired nationwide for our innovative transit services, pioneering green practices, and visionary approach to meeting the transportation needs of the county’s growing population. Metro’s many services, choices, and support connect people with communities and help make life a little better for everyone. Follow King County Metro on Twitter today! Click here to view all King County social media pages.
The 2016 Bridge Fellowship experience challenges employees to grow up and out
The King County Bridge Fellowship is a 16-week professional development program that expands participants’ mindsets, strengthens current competencies, and helps participants develop new skills. The Fellowship, open to all full-time and TLT employees, was reestablished in 2013-2014 by King County Executive Dow Constantine. Bridge Fellows participated in a rigorous application and interview process before joining this year’s cohort. The program is supported by the Learning and Development Team in the Department of Executive Services and is led by Debra Baker. Together they have created a rich course that encourages participants to explore… Read More
From the Hip: Pat McLaughlin, King County Solid Waste Division Director
‘Book ‘em’, and they will come We are in the midst of collecting responses for the 2016 Employee Engagement Survey. I cannot express just how important it is for each and every one of us to complete this survey (I know I’ve already submitted mine). As King County Executive Dow Constantine has shown, your opinions directly influence the changes division, department, and county leadership implement to make your work life more enjoyable. The Solid Waste Division is no exception, and for the past four years we have used the results of the… Read More
Kudos to the Business Resource Center team for working to improve response times!
Consultant Tracy O’Rourke gives a Twitter shoutout to the King County BRC team as they strives to provide stable and efficient systems that continue to meet ongoing needs. Kudos to the staff for taking the time to learn new skills and provide top-notch services and technical support!
Who’s in your wallet: Identity Theft classes
When everything around us is connected, how can we protect ourselves? This seminar is presented by HomeStreet Bank to help you learn safeguarding your personal information, avoiding ID theft online, protecting your financial credit, and restoring your identity and managing loss. This class will be held on two dates: Wednesday, October 5, 2016 from noon to 1 p.m. – Chinook Building Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from noon to 1 p.m. – King Street Center Registration is required for each event. Call the Hometown Hotline at 888-425-6990, or go online to: http://www.homestreet.com/KingCo
Ongoing Climate Preparedness Lunch and Learn Series
Join us in a monthly Lunch and Learn Series to discuss Climate Preparedness and what King County is doing to prepare. Learn about preparedness tools that may help your program, and find out how you can help get the county prepared! The next few Lunch and Learn Series dates are: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 from noon to 1 p.m. – King Street Center, Seventh Floor, Rooms North/South Wind Thursday, December 8, 2016 from noon to 1 p.m. – King Street Center, Sixth Floor, Rooms King/Chinook Thursday, January 12, 2017 from noon – 1 p.m…. Read More
New Zealand Restorative Justice presentation and discussion
In the 1980s, the New Zealand criminal justice system began listening to the indigenous Maori people to understand why Maori youth were overrepresented in the courts, jails, and prisons. In 1989 legislation was passed that significantly changed the youth justice system for the entire country. Join us in learning about the story of New Zealand youth justice and what it means for those interested in restorative justice today. Thursday, October 6, 2016 from noon to 1:30 p.m. – Highline College, Building 2 Banquet Room, 2400 South 240th Street, Des Moines, WA. Register… Read More
Come see us at the Northwest Film Forum’s Archival Screening Night!
Crossposted from Bytes and Boxes The King County Archives is delighted to be participating in a screening of clips from local archives and cultural organizations at the Northwest Film Forum, located in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. The event is being held in honor of Archives Month and promises to be a treat. The King County Archives is contributing a variety of clips, including some local sports history, 1930s silent film, and more! We hope to see you there!
#AskAnArchivist Day is October 5
Curious about archives or what archivists do all day? On Wednesday, October 5, archivists around the country will be taking your questions on Twitter – including staff at the King County Archives! The day-long event is part of American Archives Month and helps to celebrate the importance of preserving and researching historical records. Follow @KingCoArchives and tweet at us using #AskAnArchivist with your questions about archives or King County history. For more information about #AskAnArchivist Day or American Archives Month, visit the Society of American Archivists website.
Featured Job: Environmental Intern
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 10/09/16 10:30 PM Salary: $17.70 – $22.43 Hourly Job Type: Intern Location: King Street Center – 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, Washington Department: Department of Natural Resources & Parks – Solid Waste Division Description: The Solid Waste Division (SWD) of King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks have an opening for a graduate intern in their Recycling and Environmental Services (RES) section. The King County Solid Waste Division plans, develops and implements a variety of waste reduction and recycling programs that target residents, businesses, local governments, and schools…. Read More
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