Major improvements happening at West Point Treatment Plant
Over the next 10 years, King County will invest more than $660 million at West Point Treatment Plant in projects that will protect worker and public safety, and the environment. Learn more in the KCTV video below.
Business Impact NW: Introducing Devra Gartenstein as the new King County Farm Business Support Specialist
Crossposted from Keeping King County Green
King County farms and related businesses will soon have professional support to boost their operations through Business Impact NW, an organization dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs through coaching, classes, and access to capital.
As the new King County Farm Business Support Specialist, Devra Gartenstein will provide direct one-on-one navigation and coaching for King County farm and food business owners through the Business Impact NW’s Food Business Resource Center (FBRC), which is expanding with the support of King Conservation District. Read more.
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ARFF EMTs get hands-on training
Did you know that all Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) employees at King County International Airport are Emergency Medical Technicians? And that they all take quarterly training to maintain their EMT certification?
“ARFF provides many critical services to the employees, tenants, and visitors of the airport,” said ARFF Chief Greg Thomas. “They take pride in keeping those skills sharpened.”
The most recent training took place June 29 and July 6. Topics included Epinephrine injection for anaphylactic shock, donning/doffing medical personal protective equipment (PPE), infectious disease prevention, and a “full-dress rehearsal” of a simulated cardiac arrest.
During the training scenario, ARFF deputies practiced radio procedures to summon mutual aid support, coordination with Airport Operations, and most important: high-quality CPR with an automated external defibrillator (AED).
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King County transfer station develops employee-driven safety improvements
Staff in the Department of Natural Resources and Parks’ Solid Waste Division (SWD) have developed a new safety mechanism to add extra security measures for both employees and customers. The idea, developed by Algona transfer station employees and their supervisors, was installed on March 10.
Henry Dotson, an Operations Supervisor who has been with SWD for eight years, explains how everyone is committed to making changes that promote both efficiency and safety, and that the input of employees is essential when making operational changes.
“It is important so that employees know that they are being heard and that we take their input seriously,” he said. Read more.
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Crossposted from Public Health Insider
King County Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin held a media briefing on Aug. 9, 2022, to share information about local outbreaks of monkeypox and COVID-19. Read more.
Free clinics to check immunizations off your back-to-school list
Crossposted from Public Health Insider
It happens every summer – you blink once, and it’s already back-to-school season. Before that first day rolls around, make sure your child is fully up-to-date on vaccinations required for school so they can stay healthy, thriving, and ready to learn. This year, it’s easier than ever to get caught up on vaccines at one of many back-to-school clinics in south King County.
Where can my child get vaccines required for school?
Your child’s healthcare provider is always a good place to start. But if there are no appointments available or if you don’t have a provider, we’ve got options! Numerous walk-in clinics are on tap in the coming weeks, hosted by Stepping Stone Pediatrics, Seattle Children’s Hospital/Odessa Brown Clinic, and MultiCare. Find a Clinic in Seattle, Renton, Federal Way, or Auburn. Vaccines at these clinics are free and you don’t need insurance or proof of immigration status. You may be asked to provide insurance information, but you won’t be charged and no one will be turned away for lack of insurance. Read more.
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COVID-19 and general vaccination information for children and babies
Crossposted from Best Starts for Kids
Best Starts wants all children and babies to stay healthy, safe, and protected from COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. With fall and back-to-school season just around the corner, this information can help answer common COVID-19 vaccination questions and make sure children are up to date on vaccinations required by school, preschool, and child care programs. Share this information with families you know! Read more.
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Coffee Connections Virtual Event: Beat the Burnout with Yoga III, Aug. 17
Join us once again for Balanced You's virtual Coffee Connections! Learn basic yoga moves to help us stay calm and peaceful as we enjoy the hot summer.
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Balanced You Self-care Webinar: Pressing Pause, Aug. 24
During the course of the pandemic, many of us felt an increased sense of burnout, causing exhaustion, frustration, disconnect, and fatigue. For many, this state of burnout has continued, even as the world opens back up. Join Balanced You and colleagues across King County for a discussion on how to identify signs of burnout and learn techniques that can help you recover.
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Training Spotlight
Equity and Leadership – Online – Created in partnership with the Office of Equity and Social Justice, Equity and Leadership is designed to support participants’ ability to recognize the role that race and racism have on disparities in our workforce and to understand the responsibility for people leaders to create racially equitable work environments for their teams. Sessions are free and are offered monthly.
- The next session will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 8 a.m. to noon. Register here.
Please visit our King County Eventbrite website and our Learning and Development website for more learning opportunities. For more information, contact the Learning and Development Team at KCTraining@kingcounty.gov or visit Learning and Development at www.kingcounty.gov/learning.
Creating Effective Application Materials - This two-hour online workshop will provide you tips and strategies on how to make your application materials stand out.
- The next workshop will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 9 to 11 a.m. Click here to register, learn more, and see additional dates.
In addition to the monthly workshops offered by Career Support Services (CSS), their website includes examples, checklists, and templates for developing a resume, cover letter, and an Individual Development Plan (IDP), which can help you create a roadmap towards achieving your career goals. The CSS website also provides interviewing tips and strategies along with links to many other internal and external career related resources, including career exploration. Visit www.kingcounty.gov/CSS.
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Pet of the Week: Creamcicle
Hi, my name is Creamcicle and I'm available for adoption! I'm an eight-year-old, male, orange tabby cat, domestic shorthair (ID #A666085). I am a lovebug and would love to cuddle up with you in my new forever home! I enjoy getting petted, but tend to like getting attention on my own terms. I can get overstimulated with petting, so please move carefully with me and keep an eye out for signs that I might need a break.
You can find out more about me and my other friends on our website at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. Note that Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has returned to walk-in services. Learn more about the adoption process on our website. If you have more questions, you can contact RASKC by phone at 206-296-PETS (7387) or email pets@kingcounty.gov.
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Featured Job: Crime and Intelligence Analyst
Salary: $78,977.60 - $100,110.40 Annually
Location: Multiple locations in King County, WA
Job Type: Civil Service, Full Time, 40 our weekly
Department: KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Job Number: 2022SJB14857
Division: Criminal Investigations
Closing: 8/28/2022 11:59 PM Pacific
The Crime and Intelligence Analyst will join a small team of Crime Analysts/Statistician in the King County Sheriff’s Office, which serves unincorporated King County, 13 Contract City Police Departments, Metro and Sound Transit Police Departments, and specialized units with the Criminal Investigation’s Division. We are seeking candidates with the drive and experience to provide critical tactical and strategic analysis of crime, intelligence, and/or business/data analysis. The successful candidate will demonstrate considerable expertise and creativity to effectively utilize proactive policing tools, critical thinking and analytic techniques with intelligence-led and data driven policing.
Learn more about this position and view all available positions.
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King County Headlines
Public Health Insider: Dr. Ben Danielson answers parents’ questions about vaccines for children under 5
Public Health Insider: Update on monkeypox vaccine distribution in King County
Best Starts for Kids: 3 MONTHS TO 3,000: The King County Youth Bill of Rights project seeks organizations to pledge support!
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