In 2021, King County began to identify a trend showing the overall number of qualified job applicants significantly decreasing while the number of open vacancies were increasing. At the same time, HR professionals were transitioning to new roles or departing the County as part of an industry-wide trend largely tied to burnout. This resulted in prolonged vacancies in key recruiter positions, which in turn slowed the recruiting and hiring process. To better understand this challenge, HR Managers were surveyed in early 2022 to obtain insight and feedback on their recruitment needs and… Read More

King County Executive Dow Constantine has declared March as Women’s History Month in King County and encourages all county residents to honor the contributions by women to their families, workplaces, and communities. In his Proclamation Executive Constantine said, “despite the innumerable contributions women have made and continue to make, too little is taught or even known about the enormous impact women have on our collective national history.” The Proclamation also acknowledges the National Women’s History Alliance’s theme “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion” and recognizes “women throughout the country who… Read More

The second application period for the 2024 Coalition Labor Agreement Professional Development Scholarship is open from March 4 to March 31, 2024. These scholarship opportunities are offered to assist eligible employees with their career development. This application period is for scholarships to pay for training courses or degree programs that begin in 2024 or have tuition and fees to pay during 2024. To apply: Visit the scholarship website and click the “Apply Here” button from March 4 through March 31. Please familiarize yourself with the eligibility and application requirements before submitting.  Awardees for this period will be notified via email by… Read More

In his spare time, Dan Cromwell, Emergency Management Program Manager for the Facilities Management Division, writes children’s books. Cromwell’s work is a family affair. “My oldest daughter is my illustrator,” Cromwell said. ”My wife is my manager and helps me sell books at local events. My youngest daughter was the inspiration for the princess in my first book. So, it is definitely a family project and a labor of love.” Read more.

Black History Month, established in 1926, is celebrated every February in recognition of achievements by Black Americans and all people of African descent in the United States. The 2024 Black History Month theme is “African Americans and the Arts” and King County Executive Dow Constantine’s proclamation calls on all residents to actively engage in events, discussions, and reflections that honor the immense contributions of African Americans to our community and our nation. Read the full proclamation below.