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1. When the weather is bad, what should I do?

Every employee is an important part of county operations. Our citizens rely on county government for critical services to the community during storms and emergencies. We need you at work as soon as you can reasonably arrive. If you need to report later than normal to allow safe travel to work, notify your supervisor and discuss how you wish to charge unworked time.

2. Will business hours be the same for all county operations?

No. Public Works staff clear and sand roads around the clock during poor weather conditions.

Deputy Sheriff’s continue to patrol and Corrections and Detention staff keep offenders secure on a 24 hours / 7 days a week basis.

Facilities staff arrive early to take care of buildings and walkways.

The courts remain open whenever possible. Other Courthouse and county offices open their doors as soon as enough staff is available to provide public service.

3. How do I fill out my timesheet?

If you came to work and worked during all declared open hours, put down hours for the full workday. In most instances, you will be able to work with your supervisor to "flex your time."  Record absences for late arrivals, missed days, and early departures in this order: 1. Accrued comp time 2. Accrued vacation 3. Personal holiday 4. Leave without pay (if Payroll is notified before cutoff date).  If you were pre-scheduled for vacation, comp time, or personal holiday, or were sick, put down earned accruals for the full workday.

4. Who can answer my other questions?

Your supervisor is your direct point of contact for work hour and attendance. You can also call
Human Resources at (360) 778-5300 if you have a policy question.