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Welcome Christy Jewell
Senior Program Manager
We're so excited to share that we have a new team member for our Workforce & Civic Education pillar with the addition of Christy Jewell!
Christy is a workforce development and business relations leader with a proven track record of spearheading strategic partnerships with education and community organizations. She loves designing, implementing, and managing inclusive career counseling programs and development initiatives. Christy most recently served as the Director of Career Planning & External Workforce Development Partnerships for William Jessup University. For more than 19 years, she has been building and nurturing strong business/education partnerships, resulting in significant growth in graduation and employment rates at the college. Christy is a well-respected leader who has been recognized for excellence in communication, program implementation, and fostering meaningful relationships.
She has also local government experience based on her roles at the Ventura County Office of Education, the Ventura Workforce Development Board and her recently elected position as a special district leader. She serves as a Director for the South Placer Municipal Utility District. Christy will play a key role in advancing ILG’s WCE pillar, including WAF, IPPS our school/university partnerships and more.
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UPCOMING TRAININGS & EVENTS | |
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Meeting Mastery
Wednesday & Thursday, February 14-15 | Virtual
ILG is excited to return with Meeting Mastery, our new facilitation skills and meeting design workshop specifically tailored to meet the needs of local government staff responsible for coordinating community meetings.
We know that facilitating public meetings can be challenging. The topics are often too technical or contentious, and the format can be intimidating for the general public. That’s why our training will equip you with the skills and tools to plan and implement productive and engaging public meetings that center equity and allow for meaningful participation, whether in person or virtual.
The training will focus on growing your skillset in meeting design and facilitation. We’ll share techniques for more interactive meetings that are accessible and engaging for everyone. We’ll also include tips for active listening and strategies to support diverse viewpoints so you can better navigate interactions with stakeholders and residents.
Positive community-building activities are critical for constructive dialogue and building trust. With our training, you’ll be empowered to facilitate successful meetings that promote inclusive and productive conversations that help foster a more connected and engaged community.
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Bring a colleague and receive half off the cost of the second registration!
Ensure your colleagues don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance their expertise. Bring a colleague and receive a second registration at half the course cost!
Offer limited to one half-off registration per full price registrant.
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Nurturing Talent, Building Futures
Tuesday, February 6th - 1 pm to 3:30 pm | Sacramento, CA & Virtual
We’re excited to join our regional partner Valley Vision at a workforce development event focused on non-traditional and youth apprenticeships. This hybrid convening will include information on funding sources, innovative models, and a time for in-person networking to build collaborative, inclusive models. ILG is excited to participate and facilitate conversations around public sector apprenticeships.
Admission is free. Register here.
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As we expand our programs and resources to help local governments address pervasive staffing challenges, we’ll be rolling out a series of studies, polls, and research surveys to expand labor market data about current and future local government workforce needs. We’ll also provide opportunities for local agencies to share examples of successful workforce strategies. | |
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Show Off Your HR Successes!
Share Your Successful HR Policies, Advertising & Marketing Materials!
Recruiting and retaining local government employees is one of the most important issues municipalities are facing today. That's why we're excited to launch an important workforce development initiative to support cities, counties and special districts as they navigate recruitment and retention challenges. As part of this effort, we are building a library of successful policies and practices in this space. Our new Resource Hub will be a centralized, free digital repository of practices and resources government employers are using to address existing workforce challenges they face currently or plan to in the future.
Share Your Success!
We're looking for examples of successful marketing efforts, policies, procedures, and practices related to:
- Recruitment (Process & Outreach Strategies)
- Onboarding
- Training, Mentoring & Professional Development
- Succession Planning
- Retention Strategies & Programs
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Efforts
- Job Posting & Classification Updates (including revision of Minimum Qualifications)
- Marketing & Advertising Samples (including successful language & design)
- Community Engagement Efforts
If you have resources you would like to be considered for inclusion in the Resource Hub, please complete this form on our website or email it to workforce@ca-ilg.org
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Take our Professional Development Survey and Enter to Win a $200 Gift Card!
Share Your Thoughts about Professional Development in Local Government
We're partnering with researchers from San Diego State University and the University of San Diego to collect information about the current knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to support public sector employers and employees. This short survey will help us assess the training, professional development, and future needs of California’s public sector workforce.
We hope you will take a few minutes to share your thoughts on this important issue. You can access the survey here and enter to win one of 10 $200 gift cards.
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Climate Resilience Nexus
ILG participated in the Climate Resilience Nexus 2024 in Riverside on January 12. The event, hosted by ILG Partners OPR and Climate Resolve, brought together community groups, local governments, and other partners leading work to implement, invest, and chart California’s resilience roadmap across sectors and communities.
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SAVA Mentorship Panel
ILG’s Erica Manuel was out at Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy this month as a panelist for the Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum! We’re so grateful for this opportunity to help empower this new generation of leaders- thank you SAVA for the invitation and all of your hard work.
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RCRC’s Annual Rural Leadership Reception
ILG joined RCRC and rural county representatives from across the state for an annual reception celebrating RCRC’s 2024 Officers the recipients of the Rural Leadership Award.
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Mayors and Councilmembers Academy
Team ILG was excited to attend the Cal Cities Mayors and Councilmembers Academy last week in Monterey. It was great to connect with so many new and returning city officials and share information about how ILG can help provide onboarding information and refreshers for elected officials at all stages!
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Guidance for 2024 New Laws in California
2024 brings new legislation in California affecting cities, counties, and special districts. Best Best & Krieger attorneys offer insight on the changes to the laws in the new year. Topics include: election law, labor law, redistricting, environmental law, CEQA, and more!
Read More.
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Assembly Bill 764 Requires Increased Redistricting Outreach Starting in 2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed Assembly Bill 764, which implements reforms to the local redistricting process – including several new outreach requirements to enhance transparency and public participation including adopting a public education and outreach plan, conducting workshops and expanded requirements on public education.
Read More.
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Business Friendliness Checkup
RGS is passionate about building business-friendly communities that attract investment, spur economic growth, and generate opportunities for local entrepreneurs. Whether it is for a small town or a bustling metropolis, their assessment process will equip your team with the knowledge and tools necessary to create a place where businesses grow and prosper. In a few easy steps, you can find out the simplest ways to make your city a magnet for businesses, jobs, and investments.
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Readying Your Community for the Oncoming Wave of Electric Vehicles
New electric vehicle (EV) sales in California are hitting record highs as more people and segments of the economy transition to zero-emission vehicles. That trend will only accelerate as the state phases-out the sale of new gas-powered vehicles and more consumers choose EVs to avoid high gas prices. Find out how SCE is helping customers make that transition through a multifaceted approach focused on affordability, awareness, and the availability of EV charging infrastructure.
Read more.
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Career Compass: How Do You Show Up as a Leader?
People count on you as a leader. Amid all the demands and distractions, how do you show up, being present, focused, and energized to serve others?
Read more.
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Planning Commissioners Academy
March 6-8, 2024
Hilton Long Beach
701 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Designed for planning commissioners and staff members of all tenures from throughout the state, the Planning Commissioners Academy expands an individual’s knowledge on a wide range of topics relevant to the planning commissioner’s role within their city and fosters relationships and communication with peers. Now more than ever, the opportunity for planning commissioners to learn from and network with each other is invaluable. ILG will be joining attendees to network and facilitate the state mandated ethics and harassment prevention training.
Read more and register here.
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Special District Leadership Academy
February 4 - 7, 2024
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
333 Madonna Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA
Registration is now open for the next Special District Leadership Academy. The Academy is a curriculum-based continuing education program, which recognizes the necessity for the board and general manager to work closely toward a common goal. SDLA provides the knowledge base to perform essential governance responsibilities and is designed for both new and experienced special district board members.
Read more and register here.
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SAVE THE DATE!
CSAC Legislative Conference 2024
April 17-19
Sacramento, CA
The California State Association of Counties will be holding their 2024 Legislative Conference in Sacramento this April.
More information available here.
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