Did you know you can use sick leave to volunteer?
National Volunteer Week is observed April 21-27 this year and celebrates the contributions of volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to bettering their communities.
The week encourages more people to engage in volunteer opportunities. This week serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the difference everyone can make through the simple act of giving back.
King County supports employees to be an active volunteer and encourages employees to use up to three days of sick leave to volunteer at a King County Employee Giving Program nonprofit or at a local school. Learn more.
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Emergency Management receives $350,000 FEMA grant
Cross-posted from DES Express
King County Emergency Management was recently notified of a $350,000 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant to develop a County-wide Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).
King County has roughly 350,000 residents who live in the Wildland-Urban Interface. Currently, there are five communities within King County that have outdated plans. The creation of a county-scale CWPP would encourage these communities to update their plans. Read more.
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BEES patrol flies at street level
Updated April 23, 2024
For nearly 20 years, there has been a King County Sheriff Patrol that focuses on Metro transit stops and the surrounding areas. Unlike the typical deputy in a vehicle driving around a specific district, responding to calls sometimes miles away, the Bicycle Emphasis and Enforcement Squad – known as BEES – can be found pedaling between the central business district and the International District (ID).
"The BEES are easy to spot and quick to offer help," said King County Metro General Manager Michelle Allison. "Their presence maintains safety, deters crime, and brightens the day of our riders, employees and community members." Read more.
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Resources for Financial Literacy Month
April is National Financial Literacy Month and King County supports the financial wellness of employees in many ways. Whether you are near retirement or just starting out in your career, there are tools, programs, and resources available to you.
There are resources to learn about budget building, paying down debt, planning for retirement, understanding tax effects of financial choices, and more. The benefits and resources available to support the financial wellness of King County employees is summarized here.
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Celebrating Administrative Professional Day April 24
Celebrate the many contributions of King County's Administrative Professional employees at the Annual Administrative Professionals Recognition event.
This year’s virtual event will focus on our “Gratitude” for the contributions of all administrative professionals. The program will include guest speakers and recognition for administrative professionals.
Part of our gratitude will be dedicating this year’s event to our leader and mentor Lili Stansberry, who passed away in February.
If you have questions, please email administrativeprofessionals@kingcounty.gov.
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Get Movin' with Balanced You: Yoga
30-minute move breaks are free and virtual so you can tap in from anywhere and benefit from the instruction of a certified trainer. Join us for all the classes in the Get Movin’ with Balanced You series focusing on yoga, stretching, cardio, the core, mat-based Pilates, and strength training.
Classes are for all levels, from beginner to advanced. No special gear is needed, and the sessions are all body-weight movement. A yoga mat is optional.
The new spring 2024 schedule can be found here.
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The Importance of Self-Care and Wellness webinar
Finding overall balance in today's society can be challenging. Demands from work, family, and various other commitments can elevate stress levels and cause fatigue both mentally and physically.
Join us for a discussion and tips on how to manage day to day challenges, work-life balance, self-care ideas, healthy wellness habits, and more!
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Training Spotlight:
ERSJ Fundamentals: A Journey through Socialization – Join us in this engaging workshop where we will explore the complex nature of socialization and its impact on our views, beliefs, and behaviors and gain deep understanding of how systemic biases are embedded in our society. The class will explore strategies for building inclusive communities where all individuals, regardless of their background, can thrive. The course aims to empower participants to take meaningful actions that drive social change and promote justice in their own spheres of influence.
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Monday, April 29 from 8 to 11 a.m. Enroll here. Waitlist is open with other sessions open with availability.
Leader Learning Labs: From Challenges to Opportunities – Online – These Leader Learning Labs are facilitated forums for county leaders to practice core skills and dive deeper into Leadership Development and Equity, Racial, and Social Justice topics. In this month’s Lab, you’ll get to practice using tools and exercises that harness the collective creativity of your team to solve problems and explore ways that a relational approach can impact decision making and problem-solving. Note: Equity and Leadership is a prerequisite (see dates by clicking here).
Intro to Public Speaking – Online – N Seattle College – Would you like to reduce stage fright and gain more confidence speaking in front of a group? Whether you need to give a formal presentation or an informal presentation at a staff meeting, learning key skills will increase your effectiveness and self-confidence. In this course you will learn strategies to deal with nervousness, plan and deliver an effective presentation, and practice presentation techniques to capture audience attention. Fees apply.
- Tuesdays, April 30 through May 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enroll here.
Please visit the King County Eventbrite website, the Learning and Development website, and the 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.
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Salary: $101,899.20 - $143,436.80 Annually
Location: Various Locations throughout King County, WA
Job Type: Short Term Temporary, Part Time, Hours Vary
Job Number: 2024AMC21418
Department: DPH - Public Health
Division: Community Health Services
Closes: April 28 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time
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Learn about this position and view all available positions.
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