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This version corrects the link in the Kudos! Who says we're siloed story.
Get tech support at the IT Helpdesk Walk-Up Window
Are you experiencing minor tech issues with your King County equipment? Executive Branch employees can visit the new IT Helpdesk Walk-Up Window at King Street Center without an appointment every Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except for holidays).
KCIT’s expert staff can help with quick fixes such as password resets, audio issues, or battery problems. You can also replace basic equipment like a faulty headset, charging cable, keyboard, or mouse by simply exchanging it at the IT Window. Watch this video to learn more.
Caring for caregivers: National Family Caregiver Support Month
Cross-posted from Cultivating Connections
November was National Family Caregiver Support Month. National Family Caregiver Support Month is a time to support, honor, and recognize the vital work of caregivers in keeping King County’s communities safe and healthy.
Family caregivers work tirelessly, are often unpaid, and many go without support and care for themselves. The Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) partners with organizations across King County that provide critical caregiving services to veterans, seniors, and resilient communities.
In honor of National Family Caregiver Month, VSHSL compiled a list of care tips to support caregivers in practicing self-care. Read more.
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Get to know Carol Clark from the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention
Cross-posted from DAJD Employee Newsletter
Carol Clark has worked in the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention for 15 years and with King County for a total of 26 years. She wound up working the same job as her mother, then became a supervisor. "It just happened that way," she said, "It wasn’t intentional at all." Read more
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Kudos! Who says we're siloed?
Cross-posted from WLRD News (Water and Land Resources Division)
During a recent site visit on Bear Creek, Senior Ecologist Jen Vanderhoof was thrilled to see dozens of big, beautiful Chinook salmon in the creek near the reach known as Little Bit/Klapp. But as quickly as her heart soared it sank when she saw many of the salmon getting trapped and dying in a thicket of reed canary grass surrounding a beaver dam.
Jen immediately did what she could to help the salmon on site and then emailed several colleagues from King County's WLRD (Water and Land Resources Division) to request help. Jen stressed that the fish were dying and required immediate action. Read more and watch the video.
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See your dentist this year and save money next year!
Most employees who get their dental coverage through King County can get their preventive services like teeth cleaning and X-rays at no cost. That’s a great way to keep your smile in good health.
But did you know that if you’re in the Delta Dental PPO Plan, your out-of-pocket costs for class II restorative services like fillings go down if you see your dentist at least once during the previous calendar year.
It pays to see your dentist regularly, so call your dentist today if you haven’t been to the dentist yet this year. Learn more.
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Security Tips: Multi-factor Authentication
What is it? Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) is the process of verifying that you are who you claim to be when logging in to a device or an account. If you're reading this from your work computer, you probably logged in to your computer - that's single-factor authentication. But single-factor authentication is no longer enough to keep your accounts secure. Learn more below about the various ways you can digitally-authenticate your identity.
Understanding the Types of Identity Claim Factors:
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Something you own. This is using a mobile phone or device that you have in your possession to prove your identity. Typically, the device provides a code via an application, text message, email, or voice call. You then enter this code, and for successful authentication, your code must match what is expected by the service you’re attempting to log in to.
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Something you know. This is something you’ve memorized or stored somewhere, such as a PIN. You must supply the correct PIN to log in to your device or service.
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Something you are. This factor is something about your physical body that cannot be altered, such as your fingerprint or retina. Biometric scanners or readers are used to confirm you’re physically the person that you’re claiming to be.
Why do I need it? In our digitally-driven world, passwords are no longer enough to keep your information safe. These days, it takes minimal effort for hackers to break into, or social engineer their way into, accounts that are only protected by passwords. Adding an extra step to access your accounts, such as entering an authentication code, means that hackers would also need to have your phone to break in. Create an additional layer of security and make it harder for criminals to access your data by using two-factor or multi-factor authentication. Consult your IT or Security department to see if they have a preferred method of multi-factor authentication.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact: kcitcsat@kingcounty.gov.
Pet of the Week: Sparky
Hi, my name is Sparky and I'm available for adoption! I'm a six-year-old male who is playful and affectionate. I'm a gentle cat who likes to take things slow. I am neutered, litterbox trained, current on vaccinations, and microchipped!
You can find out more about me and my other friends on our website at www.kingcounty.gov/adoptapet. 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: Metro Human Resources Veteran Fellowship
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