Job openings with King County, Washington government

Employment opportunities

Looking for rewarding work that will have a positive impact on our community? King County provides exciting careers in areas that have real and lasting impacts on our region. At King County, you will work with some of the most dedicated and talented people in public service. If you have the skills and you share our goals, we want to hear from you!

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King County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation (including gender identity), or any protected status.

Definitions: "Open continuous" means that applications are always accepted for that position to fill expected or recurring vacancies. "Open until filled" means that applications are accepted until the position is filled. "Open to current employees only" means that applications are accepted only from the current King County employees listed on the job announcement.

Due to the current budget crisis facing King County, the number of employment opportunities has been significantly reduced. Although there is a hiring freeze in place, there are limited exceptions. The positions that are posted on this website are exempt from the hiring freeze.