Leadership change at KCIT
Tanya Hannah, King County’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Director of our Department of Information Technology, has announced that she is leaving King County.
Executive Constantine appointed Tanya as CIO four years ago, in April 2018, and during that time she has overseen numerous technology projects and improvements at King County to help customers quickly and simply access our information and services.
David Mendel, Director of the Emergency Radio Communications (ERC) Division, has accepted the CIO position on an interim basis. Click here to read the full announcement.
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Finalists announced for King County Sheriff as recruitment moves into the final phase
Following three rounds of interviews with the hiring committee, three candidates have been selected to move into the final phase of the recruitment process for a new King County Sheriff.
In the final phase of the selection process, the candidates will meet with members of the Public Safety Advisory Committee, King County employees, labor representatives, and contract city representatives and engage with the community in a separate series of public forums prior to a final interview with Executive Constantine. Click here to read the full announcement.
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April is Records and Information Management Month
The King County Records Management Program is celebrating April as Records and Information Management month by recognizing the important role that records play in our daily work.
The proper management of records offers many benefits including lowering risk for King County and helping each of us find the information needed to do our jobs.
Click here to read more about the history of county records management and how employees can ensure the proper management of county records.
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Their mission: Modernize the CFJC’s medical records
A promising shift could soon deliver more streamlined medical care for youth at the Patricia H. Clark Children & Family Justice Center (CFJC).
During the second quarter of 2022, a project team will be migrating CFJC’s paper charts to software developed by Epic, a federally certified electronic medical records system that the DAJD and Jail Health Services use at the adult jails. Click here to read the full story.
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Eco-friendly spring cleaning
The warmer weather and smell of blossoming trees has us in the mood for spring. It’s time to open the windows, clear away the clutter, and start the new season off fresh with a good, deep spring cleaning.
From inside to out, King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks wants to help you wipe away the winter dust in a way that’s good for the planet and for you and your family. DNRP is sharing eco-friendly spring-cleaning tips and tricks across all of the department’s social media channels this week, like this one on fresh ways to clean with lemons.
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Getting and keeping good credit
Credit scores influence personal finances in more ways than most people realize. Whether it’s your auto insurance premium or the interest rate on your mortgage, you want your credit score to be deemed “excellent.”
In this webinar, My Secure Advantage (MSA) financial experts will discuss the criteria that determines a credit score, as well as how to establish new credit, how to recover from credit challenges, and best practices for maintaining an excellent credit score.
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Upcoming Mindfulness events
Take a holistic approach to your well-being with these upcoming programs:
Mindfulness: Emotional Resilience: Feeling overwhelmed? Worn down by serving others? Do you need in-the-moment tools to decrease stress? By cultivating mindfulness and compassion, we’re able to know our emotions more fully, respond to strong emotions more wisely, and cultivate and strengthen positive emotions — all of which builds resilience.
Mindful Communication: When we communicate mindfully, every interaction is fresh with opportunity and open to discovery. Mindful Communication helps us break down the complex process of communication, increase awareness of what's really going on, and bring greater clarity and kindness to our interactions.
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King County Disability Equity Network monthly meeting April 12
King County Disability Equity Network (formerly the King County Disability Affinity Group) meetings are open to King County employees. The purpose is to center and support those employees who self-identify as a person with a disability. Employees will not be asked to disclose any information regarding one’s disability.
The King County Disability Equity Network (KCDEN) will host its next meeting:
If you need a reasonable accommodation to fully participate in the meeting, please email disabilityequity@kingcounty.gov. Future meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.
Stay connected by joining the private King County Disability Equity Network Group Teams site.
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Administrative Professionals Day is April 27
Register here to attend the virtual recognition and celebration of administrative professionals on Wednesday, April 27 at noon.
Event details will be provided. All King County employees are invited to attend. For more information, visit www.kingcounty.gov/administrativeprofessionals.
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Career Support Services:
Creating Effective Application Materials – This two-hour online workshop will provide you tips and strategies on how to make your application materials stand out. Learning objectives include:
- Understanding the purpose of the job application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions and how to make each of them more effective
- Deciding what to include in your resume and the best format to showcase your qualifications
- How to write a cover letter tailored to the specific position
- Identifying and showcasing your accomplishments and transferable skills
Multiple dates are available. The next workshop will take place:
Training Spotlight:
Secrets of Powerful Writing – Online – North Seattle College – In this hands-on class you'll learn to clarify your message, communicate complex information, avoid common mistakes, edit and proofread your writing, use proper grammar and punctuation, communicate on social media, and more. This is a three-session course and all three sessions must be attended for completion.
- Mondays April 11, 18, and 25 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Fee is $99. Register here.
Facilitating Effective Meetings – Online – A common challenge faced by individuals in business is how to lead and facilitate meetings that are interesting and solicit active engagement. This two-day training covers the skills used by a facilitator to design and run an effective meeting. How to be a better participant is also discussed. Topics include specific facilitation skills, group decision making skills, and how to deal with disruptive behaviors. In this class you will learn how to navigate difficult behaviors and keep meetings on track.
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Tuesday and Wednesday, April 12-13, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Fee is $65. 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.
Pet of the Week: Mammoth
Hi, I'm Mammoth, a three-year-old male looking for a home. I am a spirited, independent cat with a fun-loving personality! I would do best in a home with a cat-savvy family who knows when to give me some space.
You can find out more about me and my other friends on our website at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. Note that RASKC has moved to adoptions by appointment only. If you have more questions, you can contact RASKC via phone at 206-296-7387 (PETS) or email pets@kingcounty.gov.
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Featured Job: Legal Administrative Specialist II
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King County Headlines
Sound Transit seeking public feedback on Kent Station parking and access improvements
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Federal Way light rail construction connects to existing 1 Line
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