Annual Women's History Month: Passing the Torch
The theme for the annual King County Council Women’s History Month panel is “Passing the Torch: An Intergenerational Conversation.” This live, online event features a panel of specialists who will speak about a life in activism and new voices who are picking up the banner for the next generation. Read more about the a panelists for this event.
This presentation is sponsored and moderated by Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles, and co-sponsored by Councilmembers Claudia Balducci and Sarah Perry, the Legislative Branch Equity and Social Justice Team, and the King County Women’s Advisory Board.
‘It takes people to move people.’ King County recognizes Transit Appreciation Week
It’s officially Transit Appreciation Week in King County, thanks to a proclamation from the King County Council recognizing transit employees who keep the region and its economy moving forward everyday.
Councilmember Rod Dembowski spoke of Metro being the “most visible function of King County.” Dembowski, sponsor of the proclamation also highlighted Metro’s important role in providing mobility and opportunity to millions of riders through the years. Read more and watch the video here.
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Keeping boats afloat: Two Water Taxi stories
Cross-posted from Captain's Blog
 As part of Transit Appreciation Week and Transit Operator Appreciation Day, the King County Water Taxi wants to recognize two members of the team who work to ensure riders have a smooth sail from dock to dock.
Kennedy Menendez, who helped get over 80 stranded Bremerton passengers home on a late night run, and Capt. Dan Krehbiel, who was the first captain hired for the Water Taxi in 2009, are just two of the King County Water Taxi staff who are on the water every day, providing service to West Seattle and Vashon.
Riders see captains and crew, but the team also includes staff they don’t see, like maintenance teams, Information Agents at the Pier 50 passenger ferry facility, and administrative staff. They all have one goal in mind - rider safety and comfort from shore to shore. Read more.
Cross-posted from Executive Services Express
Late last year the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) was contacted by the spouse of a retired DAJD commander who had recently passed away. The former employee’s wife explained that her husband had retired after 30 years of service with DAJD, and while undergoing the emotional process of assessing his personal belongings she discovered documents that appeared to contain potential public records.
Not knowing the status of the documents she had discovered, she contacted DAJD requesting assistance identifying the records and determining the best course of action.
To find out how DAJD and Records Managment teamed up to resolve her concerns and take care of these documents, read more.
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Get active and fit with this healthy discount
We know physical fitness resources are important to King County employees and their families.
King County employees covered by our health plans, have access to several gyms for a flat monthly fee through the Active&Fit Direct™ program. Find a flexible fitness lifestyle that will work for you. No long-term contracts, you can add or switch gyms anytime and cancel your membership when you need to without penalty. Read more about the benefits included and how to join.
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Administrative Professionals Q1 recognition
King County Administrative Professionals are a large part of King County government’s workforce and valuable contributors to the success of every department. They support and provide direct services to internal customers and the public.
Administrative Professionals may include, but are not limited to, Administrative Specialists, Office Assistants, Executive Assistants, Customer Service Specialists, Dental and Medical Assistants, Court Clerks, and more.
Show your appreciation
Take the time to show your appreciation for an administrative professional. The first quarter recognition period closes March 31.
All recognitions received between April 2022 through March 31, 2023 will be highlighted at the Administrative Professionals Recognition Day, April 26.
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Attend an upcoming mindfulness class
Balanced You partners with Mindfulness Northwest to offer free mindfulness classes and workshops to King County employees. Register for an upcoming class below or view the full schedule here.
Mindful Relationships 1: How do you relate?
How do we cultivate the feelings of safety, security, and well-being we need to feel connected? Mindfulness can help. We feel it, and neuroscience proves it: human beings need connection to thrive in all relationships–at home, at work, and in the world. By bringing mindfulness to our interactions, we can enrich all our relationships through the cultivation of safety, security, and well-being. In this session, participants will get to the root of harmful relationship patterns such as blame, defensiveness, avoiding conflict, and shutting down in this workshop on bringing mindfulness to how you relate to others.
Mindful Self-Compassion at Work
Learn to befriend yourself, especially when things are tough. This nourishing workshop combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion, providing a powerful tool for greater resilience and deeper self-kindness.
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Balanced You self-care webinars: Wellness tips for women
For Women's History Month, Balanced You is hosting a special webinar to honor the women here at King County. Join a discussion with a panel of experts who will talk about women’s nutrition, mental health, physical health, and managing perimenopause and menopause.
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Get Movin' with Balanced You
Join Balanced You and a certified trainer every other Wednesday for a 30-minute virtual move break. Session topics rotate weekly including stretching, cardio, yoga, and strength training. View the full schedule on the Balanced You blog. Classes are for all levels, beginner to advanced.
- Strength Training, Wednesday, March 29 from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Register here.
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Training Spotlight:
Mentorship Program Lunch and Learn – Online – Would you like to have a mentor, someone who can help you grow professionally? Do you want to strengthen your coaching skills? As a Mentee, you will have a trusted advisor who can help you navigate complex situations, and as a Mentor, you can uncover new or forgotten skills and build influence. If the thought excites you, join King County’s Mentoring Program by signing up for one of our monthly Zoom (live / online) sessions to uncover more about mentoring and search for a Mentor!
Communication and Problem Solving Skills – Online TWO DAY – Join instructor Lenny Borer for this two-day training. He will address communication and problem-solving skills with the public and with co-workers. This class covers skills for effective listening, speaking, dealing with conflicts, and with defensive behavior.
- Tuesday, March 21 and Wednesday, March 22 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Fees apply. Register here.
Communication and Problem Solving Skills – Online ONE DAY – Join instructor Lenny Borer for this one-day training. He will cover the same topics as the two-day training in a more condensed timeline.
Please visit the King County Eventbrite website, Learning and Development website, and Career Support Services 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.
Pet of the Week: Nico
Hi, I'm Nico, a seven-year-old domestic long-hair looking for a new home. I'm an easy-going gentleman who likes to do his own thing. I'm used to living with other cats, but would prefer a slow introduction.
You can find out more about me and my friends on our website at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has moved back to walk-in services. Find out more information about our adoption process on our website. If you have more questions, contact RASKC via phone at 206-296-7387 (PETS) or email pets@kingcounty.gov.
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Healthcare Associated Infections Educator Consultant II
Salary:$85,883.20 - $108,867.20 Annually
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Department: DPH - Public Health
Job Number: 2023SD18271
Division: Prevention
Closes: March 26 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time
This new position will support expansion of the Public Health Seattle-King county Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI) program to establish an HAI Center of Excellence in partnership with Washington Department of Health (WA DOH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This position will be responsible for planning and implementing a training program to build public health staff skills and expertise in best practices in HAI prevention, investigation, and response strategies, including how to conduct infection control and response assessments (ICARs) and effectively address findings with health care partners. Additionally, this position will identify gaps in infection prevention and control (IPC) trainings within the healthcare system and create educational materials and provide trainings to address the IPC gaps. This is a dynamic team, and the activities and responsibilities may shift over time. This position is anticipated to last through July 2024 with possibility of extension.
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