August 2023, links to a multitude of public agency job openings, upcoming free and low-cost learning events, recommended conferences, and much more!
Robert Neiuber, IPMA-CE
Developing and Maintaining a High-Quality Workforce for a World-Class Community | Human Resources | Talent Management | Employee Relations | Labor Relations | Risk Management
Links to public agency job openings, upcoming free and low-cost learning events that look interesting, recommended conferences, and much more!
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Public Agency Career Opportunities:
Jobs ? MMASC ? CivicEngage Job Board
Job Board - MMANC Job Board
HR related Career Opportunities:
Roles in People Analytics & HR Technology (onemodel.co) (Public and Private)
Executive Level Career Opportunities:
Career Opportunities | Ralph Andersen & Associates ?– Exec. Search Firm
Peckham & McKenney (peckhamandmckenney.com) ?– Exec. Search Firm
Bob Murray & Associates ?– Executive Search Firm
Alliance Resource Consulting (alliancerc.com) ?– Executive Search Firm
CPS HR ?– Executive Search Firm
Jobs | Shey-Harding Associates ?–?Executive Searches
Current Opportunities - Koff & Associates (koffassociates.com) Executive Searches
Active Recruitments | Boucher Labor & Employment Law - Executive Searches
Open Recruitments | Strategic Government Resources, TX –?Executive Searches
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Highlighted Career Opportunities for August
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Free Learning Events of Interest:
8/16 The State of Human Experience in the Workplace - HR.com (7 AM to Noon PST) This virtual event will focus on the interconnected topics of employee and human experience. Human experience goes beyond both customer and employee experience. This event will include presentations on a range of issues related to human interactions, specifically the experiences of employees and other stakeholders in today’s work environment.
They will cover areas such as indicators of today’s employee experience and the impact of those experiences on issues such as performance, retention, and engagement. They will also look at how those experiences can be improved and what best practices look like in this area. They will delve into the roles that various HR functions play in shaping the employee experience, from performance management to benefits programs to corporate culture.
8/17 HR Myth Busting: Secrets to Supercharge Workplace Culture (workhuman.com) (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST) Which commonly held HR beliefs are inaccurate and encourage toxic work culture? Join this webinar o find out as their experts debunk myths and dismantle common organizational mistakes with their research findings. You’ll also learn how to improve the employee experience with effective check-ins and impactful recognition.
8/22 Crucial Learning Summer Webinar Series: Resilient Optimism: Using the Power of Positive Psychology to Fuel Health & Happiness (10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST) A majority of Americans report feeling more anxious, burned out, and lonely than ever before. Learn practical, research-based habits to retrain your brain to be more resilient and happier.
8/24 Webinar | Making Equity A Culture Essential (pilot.coach) (12:00 PM to 1:00 PM PST) Creating inclusive cultures that celebrate all identities isn’t as easy as a 4-day work week or a pizza party. Understanding that culture starts from the moment someone learns about your company means that we need to align about our storytelling, HR practices, and community footprint with our stated values.
Learn from a panel of marketing, human resource, and member engagement professionals on how they have leveraged equity and inclusion in their organizational cultures that lead to a higher ROI and overall team satisfaction.
8/29 Work As We Know It Is Broken (on24.com) (10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST) The employee experience comprises the moments throughout the workday that impact employees’ physical and mental health, influencing whether they would recommend the organization to others and how likely they are to stay. Employee expectations are the benchmark for the employee experience, and a significant gap between the two could lead to a lack of trust, high attrition, low engagement, and low productivity. In today’s era where employee wellbeing is being prioritized, understanding the difference between knowing their needs and whether you’re meeting those needs is key to your organization’s survival.
8/30 HR Technology for the Future: Capturing the Benefits of AI - REGISTER NOW (10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PST) In this webinar, They’ll unpack the new world of HR Technology, how AI is changing the market, and how you as HR leaders can capture the benefits of AI for your HR strategy.
9/7 You're Going to Need a Bigger Boat: Getting Your Entire Organization On Board with Inclusion (conference-board.org) (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST) It’s the ongoing challenge DEIB - how do you get everyone to understand their impact and responsibility in fostering inclusion? This conversation explores what strategies and tactics have been used to effectively implement an approach that involves everyone in creating an inclusive culture. Key takeaways include: Map organizational influence to identify key stakeholders, resistors and influencers; Identify moments in the talent cycle to embed inclusive practices; and, Use data to drive inclusion strategies and inform future investments in programming
9/19 to 9/20 Creating Agile and Motivated Teams Through Learning & Development ?(8:00 AM to 9:30 AM PST both days) In today's fast-paced business environment, employees must constantly adapt and acquire new skills to stay competitive According to a recent study, companies that invest in employee training and development see a 24% increase in productivity and a 22% increase in profitability
The 6th edition of?All Access: Corporate Learning?focuses on: Building A Comprehensive Learning Strategy: Create an inclusive learning strategy that combines digital tools, personalization, skill-based recruitment, upskilling/reskilling, and DEIB training;?Personalized Learning Journey: Tailor learning experiences using digital tools and adaptive technologies to meet individual needs and preferences; Upskilling/Reskilling Staff: Implement targeted training to enhance employees' skills and adaptability to emerging trends and job roles;?DEIB Training: Integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles into the learning strategy, fostering an inclusive work environment; and Virtual & Remote Work: Developing an integrated and flexible learning strategy that adapts to changing environments.?
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9/27 The Furure of Diversity, Equity, Inlusion, and Belonging - HR.com (7:00 AM to 8:00 AM PST) Despite the fact that workplaces all over the world are becoming more diverse in terms of gender, ethnicity, culture, and cognitive approaches to solving business problems,?DEI is an area where HR continues to struggle. This virtual event will bring together experts who?will highlight how you can succeed in this area. It will detail best practices and show how to leverage DEI as a competitive advantage. The event will provide a detailed snapshot of the state of DEI today, discuss where it is headed in the future, and reveal how it can be a key driver of both organizational performance and social justice growth
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10/25 Oct. 25, 2023 Virtual Summit Agenda | NextGen Government Training Virtual Summit: Skill Set for the Modern Public Servant (nextgengovt.com) ?(7:00 AM to 1:00 PM PST) NextGen is hosting sixteen different sessions focused on the skills and concepts public servants need to advance in their careers? They’ve curated a jam-packed agenda built around the topics that matter most to government employees like you. Now the difficult part: which sessions will you join on Oct. 25?
NextGen Virtual Summit Agenda
Opening Keynote 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
·????????Peering Into the Future – What Skills Do You Need to Get Ahead?
·????????Talk Less, Listen More: How to Have Truly Impactful Connections
Breakout Session 1 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM
·????????How to Write to Get the Results You Need
·???????Get Out the Mic – Effective Public Speaking in Meetings, Virtual and More
·????????Mastering Successful Interviews – Secrets to Acing the Conversation
·????????New Supervisor, Now What? – Fundamentals for New Leaders
·????????Personal Branding: How to Create a Presence
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Lunch Keynote 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
·????????Psychological Safety: Creating a Culture of Trust
·????????How to Lead With an Inclusive Mindset
Breakout Session 2 10:45 Am to 11:45 AM
·????????Critical Thinking: New Approaches to Problem Solving
·????????Leadership Skills for Non-Supervisors
·????????Foundations of Project Management – What You Need to Know If You Aren’t a PM
·????????How to Make Things Better – Driving Process Improvements
·????????Communicating With Executives, Supervisors, and Managers: Selling Your Ideas up the Chain of Command
Closing Keynote 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
·????????You Can’t Get Ahead on Your Own – How to Cultivate a Network for Growth
·????????Understanding When to Go for It, and When to Back Down
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Links Ongoing On-Line Learning Resources
Calendar of Events (calcities.org) Cal Cities upcoming trainings and events
Upcoming HR Webinars | CPS HR ?– Free access to insights from leading HR experts.
CPS-HR Recorded Webinars ?– Free access to insights from leading HR experts.
ICMA Coaching Program Webinars | icma.org Complimentary ICMA Coaching Program webinars give local government professionals of all career stages the opportunity to bolster skills and learn about new and leading practices, strategies, tactics, developing issues, and trends in the profession of local government management. Participation in free coaching webinars also qualifies for?ICMA-CM (Voluntary Credentialing Program) ?credit.
NextGen Professional Development Trainings - GovLoop Academy GovLoop ’s goal is to provide you with the tools and resources you need to solve problems in your agency while also growing in your career.
Trainings | GovLoop – Free Upcoming and Achieved Training
Webinars | Workday – Free upcoming and on-demand webinars from Workday on the product and Finance, HR and IT topics of interest
Upcoming ILG Webinars and Trainings - Institute for Local Government (ca-ilg.org) ?– Free access to future ILG webinars.
LEADING LOCAL: Artificial Intelligence & Local Government - Institute for Local Government (ca-ilg.org) Recorded training of ILG and Artificial Intelligence (AI) expert John Robichaux webinar on the opportunities and challenges facing local governments because of the advancement and increased accessibility of AI technologies.
Alumni Career Network | University of California The UC Alumni Career Network is a high-impact, online series designed to provide UC alumni and community members with the insights, information, and connections to launch, grow and expand your career opportunities.
HR Webinars (paycor.com) ?– Hear from HR industry experts as they cover timely topics and share best practices on everything from recruiting and hiring, to compliance and employee engagement.
PSHRA Learning: Webinars Upcoming and on demand webinars for members of PSHRA.
Low-Cost Learning Events of Interest:
10/11 Advanced Strike Training for Public Agency Employers - Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (lcwlegal.com) ?(10:00 AM) – The webinar will cover recent developments in the law concerning strikes as well as practical issues related to strike management. They will discuss strategies and tactics regarding negotiations for line passes for essential employees in advance of a threatened strike and continuing contractual negotiations once a strike is underway. They will also provide information that will assist public employers during a work stoppage, including information related to managing security at strike sites as well as managing personnel issues, such as payroll, overtime, and benefits issues, and repairing the employer-employee relationship following the conclusion of the strike. They will also discuss issues related to union or employee engagement in unlawful concerted activities during strikes as well as how to deal with sympathy strikes and employees who refuse to cross a picket line. $75-$200 depending on options you choose.
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Recommended Conferences:
8/26?Pathways for Women Conference - CalPERS CalPERS’s Pathways for Women Conference is a dynamic forum meant to inspire and inform women in their careers, featuring extraordinary leaders from business, healthcare, and government – all in service of advancing women.
In recognition of Women’s Equality Day (August 26 annually), Pathways for Women serves as a catalyst to move women of all backgrounds and professions forward in their pursuits.
All are invited to attend, regardless of gender identity or background. The need for guidance and inspiration for career growth is universal to all. (Anaheim, CA) $249 standard and $99 student.
8/29 to 8/30 Beyond the Smoke: City of Allen, TX Registration, Tue, Aug 29, 2023 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite (Allen Texas) Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to elevate your team's performance and bond over mouth-watering BBQ! Join award-winning civic innovator and international keynote? Nick Kittle ?and Champion Pitmaster?Harry Soo?for a unique, first-of-its-kind training and development experience designed to take your team to the next level.
Kicking off the two-day training experience, you'll first learn essential BBQ skills from Harry Soo of Slap Yo' Daddy BBQ and engage in a guided cooking competition to develop hands-on lessons for work, life, and of course, BBQ. On day two, Sustainovation author and TEDx speaker Nick Kittle will take the reins and guide you through key leadership, innovation, and life skills.
For more details, visit?beyondthesmoke.net . General Admission $495.00.
10/2 to 10/4?Annual Conference Public Service Human Resources Association – (PSHRA )?(San Diego CA) The 2023 PSHRA Annual Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay in San Diego, CA.?This conference is your opportunity to connect with other HR professionals from across the public sector to share insights, learn about emerging trends and gain new perspectives on how to meet the challenges facing public sector HR today.
At the conference, you will hear from leading experts in public sector HR through keynote presentations and concurrent sessions. From diversity initiatives and cutting-edge research to performance management, recruitment and retention strategies for the modern workplace, the conference will cover a wide range of relevant topics, tailor made for you, the public sector HR professional.
PSHRA believes that by bringing together public sector HR professionals, can foster a culture of collaboration that will drive innovation and improve our working world. $1,000 members registration through September 13.
11/14 to 11/17 California Public Employees Labor Relations Association #CALPELRA2023 : A Season For Gratitude And Resilience While practicing gratitude can't minimize the challenging, complex issues that you face on a daily basis, gratitude can help you maintain perspective and fuel the resilience that's essential to your success during uncertain and tough times.?
Join them this fall in Monterey at CALPELRA's Annual Training Conference. You'll be grateful for the valuable training sessions, as well as for the opportunity to join CALPELRA's incredible community of public sector labor and employment professionals and develop connections that will support and sustain you throughout the year. $1,140 to $1,253 depending on membership and timing of registration.
Public Sector Human Resources Association (PSHRA):
PSHRA Learning: Home Related Learning Events and Resources of Interest: PSHRA
8/24?PSHRA Learning: Webinar: How are you Preparing for Change? - 6 Simple Steps to Help HR Leaders Prepare for the Changing Workplace Landscape ?Join PSHRA for an interactive presentation on change where you will be given 6 simple steps to help you prepare for the changing workplace. This interactive webinar will focus on post-pandemic changes that include: Hybrid work environments; High levels of employee turnover; and Concerns with employee satisfaction and engagement. Change is part of every agency. Unfortunately, change is hard for almost everyone. When not done correctly, change increases levels of worry, fear, and uncertainty.
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Articles I read this month and recommend:
CALPELRA PSHRA SHRM ELGL: Engaging Local Government Leaders Municipal Management Association of Southern California (MMASC) MMANC - Municipal Management Association of Northern California Inland Empire Chapter, Public Sector HR Association #linkstojobs #hiring #continuouslearning #TeamRC #HanktheHRdog