Elections partners with King County’s Supported Employment Program
King County’s Supported Employment Program matches job seekers with developmental disabilities to available jobs by identifying efficiencies and unmet needs throughout King County departments.
The Department of Elections successfully utilized this program when it hired Chris Noel, who became an integral part of the team, and has gone from a temporary part-time position to permanent full-time. Read more.
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Executive Constantine congratulates KCIT on national award
King County Executive Dow Constantine emailed KCIT employees today to congratulate them on being named the nation’s #1 Top Digital County by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo).
KCIT’s work was recognized with a first place for King County among counties with a population of one million or more. “This is the second year in a row that KCIT has received this prestigious award, and it is a recognition of everything you do to help us improve the way we work, collaborate, and connect with residents,” Executive Constantine told KCIT employees. Read more.
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Administrative Professionals Q2 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.
- Celebrate the great work of Administrative Professionals and read about their accomplishments:.2022 Q2 Recognitions.
To show your appreciation and recognize an Administrative Professional that you've worked with, click here.
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Executive Constantine demonstrates progress on making region's treatment plant more resilient to climate impacts
As King County hosts a four-day national conference of clean water agencies, Executive Dow Constantine showed progress toward making the region’s wastewater treatment system more resilient to climate impacts.
King County crews are preparing to install on-site batteries at West Point Treatment Plant, providing operators with an uninterruptable power supply when voltage sags occur. It’s the latest in a series of improvements to make the 56-year-old treatment plant more resilient to climate impacts. Read more.
Free resources for BIPOC Mental Health Month
Mental Health America has provided free worksheets and resources for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Mental Health Month. Review the resources below:
To learn more about BIPOC Mental Health Month, visit this Balanced You blog post.
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My Secure Advantage (MSA) is a financial wellness program that provides King County employees with tools and coaching to help you reach your financial goals.
MSA has several new resources available to assist you with your financial concerns, from rising prices to the value of your investments. Read more.
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Training Spotlight:
Easy Steps to Great Grammar – N Seattle College – Online – Confused about grammar and punctuation? This fun, hands-on class will help you master the latest rules, avoid common errors, and write with confidence. Class includes plenty of examples and exercises to help you practice your new skills. The fee for this course is $99, and it runs for three sessions:
- Mondays, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, and Aug. 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register here.
Leader Mindset – Online – Leader Mindset for King County supervisors and managers sets a foundation that leading a team starts with understanding yourself and your responsibility to create a team culture of belonging where all employees can thrive. In this interactive webinar, participants will take part in engaging activities, small group discussions, and action planning. This training is free and is offered on multiple dates with the next session taking place:
Communication and Problem Solving Skills – Online – This two-session class covers skills for effective listening, speaking, handling conflicts, and managing defensive behavior. The fee is $65 and attendance at both days is required for completion of the class.
- Wednesday, Aug. 10, and Thursday, Aug. 11 from 8:30 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.
Security Tip: HTTPS the 'S' stands for Secure
If you have ever signed in to a website such as Facebook or Amazon, you will notice that on the login page, the URL will change from 'http' to 'https'. What that little 's' stands for is secure. It means that your web browser and the website have both agreed to communicate securely so that no other individuals will be able to 'listen in' on your conversation.
If you needed to communicate some sensitive information such as a password to someone else, you would not shout out in the open 'HERE IS MY PASSWORD'. Typing sensitive information into a browser when the URL does not have https, is like shouting out that information for others to hear.
Just remember to look for that little important 's' when transmitting any sensitive information through a web browser.
If you have questions, please reach out to kcitcsat@kingcounty.gov.
Pet of the Week: Epazote
Hi, I'm Epazote, a three-year-old maile, doberman pinscher mix and I'm ready for adoption. I'm a smart dog, full of energy and I love to play. I may do best as the only dog in my new home.
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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Recruiting Coordinator (HR Associate)
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