Advisory on Social Security Administration's "No Match" Notices
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that it will resume a practice discontinued in 2012 of sending “no match” notices to employers when social security numbers they submit with payroll do not match SSA’s records. Employers in King County have already reported receiving these “no match” letters. The notice itself does not include the employees' names that have allegedly mismatched SSNs. Instead, the employer is asked to log into an online system to download the list of all employees that SSA claims have mismatched information.
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project has put together a community advisory to explain the issue and address some of the questions employers and community members may have. The advisory is available in English and Spanish.
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Funding Opportunity
Regional Census Fund
The Regional Census Fund is a partnership between the Seattle Foundation, City of Seattle, and King County aimed at a robust and accurate census. The desired outcomes are to organize, inform, and activate residents in historically underrepresented communities that are at risk of being undercounted in the 2020 Census.
Applications will be prioritized from organizations that:
- Are community-based and grassroots nonprofits, and tribes;
- Led, staffed, or guided by individuals reflecting the race, ethnicity, and culture of the communities being served;
- Showcase a history or demonstrated ability to reach and engage members from their communities; and
- Have a plan for engaging historically undercounted communities.
Applications are due May 15, 2019. Details on how to submit a proposal, the funding process and timeline can be found at Seattle Foundation's online portal: https://seattlefoundation.smapply.org/prog/2020_census/
Police Oversight Survey
If you live or work in King County, WA, you are invited to complete a survey intended to answer the question, "What are the public's priorities for police oversight in King County?" Police oversight offices represent the public's interest in reviewing police actions and operations, and the purpose of the survey is to identify how people feel about issues relating to police accountability.
This survey consists of 32 questions, takes about 6 minutes to complete, and is available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
The poll closes Sunday, May 5, 2019, at 5pm PST. |
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Community Engagement and Equity Expert Input
King County's Office of Equity and Social Justice will convene an Equity Expert Review panel and community stakeholders to address unmet needs in King County’s educational systems, and to advise on developing a plan that equitably invests $315 million of Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account funds between 2019 and 2034. Potential areas for investment include (but are not limited to) scholarships; facility construction and maintenance; and programming to support children and youth who are homeless, in the child welfare system, involved in the juvenile justice system or otherwise vulnerable or underserved. We want to hear from you!
Community Sessions are scheduled throughout King County through May 1, 2019. For a full schedule and locations, visit the Community Engagement and Meeting Schedule page.
If you are unable to attend a community meeting but would like to share your ideas or have questions about the process, please contact Bookda Gheisar at bgheisar@kingcounty.gov.
Public Health – Seattle & King County will offer a community-based workshop, From Reunification to Recovery: Assuring Partnerships and Systems Are in Place to Support Our Community.
June 6, 2019
9am - 4pm
Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton, WA 98057
Reunification is a key aspect of disaster management but also one of the most complex. After a man-made or natural disaster, family members and friends will immediately call or self-report to locate loved ones. This will create coordination challenges for all organizations involved in reunification. By attending this session, participants will:
• Learn about reunification roles and responsibilities of public health, healthcare, medical examiners, law enforcement, emergency management, and community based organizations
• Provide feedback on regional reunification planning
• Contribute to solving challenges and concerns about the reunification process
For further details and to register, visit the Reunification to Recovery Workshop page.
Election Oversight Committee
Sixteen years ago the King County Council established a volunteer Citizens’ Election Oversight Committee (CEOC) to provide oversight of the Department of Elections. This past year the Council updated the CEOC’s membership to better reflect our diverse communities, including language diversity. All 16 positions on this volunteer committee are currently open for nominations and appointments. Applications are due June 11, 2019. For an overview of committee criteria, the position description, and to download an application, visit King County's Citizens' Election Oversight Committee page.
Job Opportunities
Administrative Specialist II (Language Services)
The Department of Elections is seeking to fill multiple short term, temporary positions for language professionals to support translation in Spanish, Korean, Chinese, and Vietnamese. These individuals must be able to read, write, and understand at the language proficiency testing level used by the Department. These positions will translate and proof documents and web materials, conduct research, and provide administrative support to other work groups as needed during elections. Applications are due April 22, 2019. Details can be found on King County's Career Page.
Clean Water Ambassadors - High School Intern
The Wastewater Treatment Division education and outreach team is partnering with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust to provide 12 paid internships to high school students interested in learning how government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and local communities influence the health of waterways in the Puget Sound region. Applications are due May 15, 2019. Details can be found on King County's Career Page.
Equity and Social Justice Director
The King County Council is seeking an Equity and Social Justice Director. Competitive candidates will have a passion for community engagement to advance equity and social justice in King County. The Equity and Social Justice Director will work with communities across the County to ensure the Council understands the broad spectrum of issues facing the populations we serve. The Equity and Social Justice Director will also share the Council's positions and policies with communities across King County. Priority will be given to applications received by April 19, and will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Details can be found on King County's Career Page.
Equity and Social Justice Program Manager
The Department of Natural Resources and Parks is seeking an Equity and Social Justice Program Manager. This position will lead the department's efforts in becoming both a more equitable, racially diverse and inclusive work environment, and help the department deliver services in a just way. This individual will plan, coordinate, and lead numerous multi-faceted projects and programs to support equity and social justice. Priority will be given to applications received by April 19, and will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Details can be found on King County's Career Page.
Executive Analyst
The Office of Performance, Strategy and Budget is seeking an Executive Analyst to provide financial consulting in support of King County services, policy decisions, and initiatives. In close collaboration with assigned departments and divisions, the successful candidate will manage a range of processes and issues related to budget development, financial monitoring, financial and policy analysis, and business planning, including developing policy options and recommendations. Applications are due April 21, 2019. Details can be found on King County's Career Page.
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