Good Afternoon,
Happy Fall! As the semester gets into full swing, and the weather begins to change, at least in North Carolina, we have the opportunity to continue building upon your career goals and using what you are learning in classes to apply to projects, experiences, and your work.
Using what you are learning to apply to the work you are doing in your projects, experiences, and work is similar to what happens in sailing (I'm going for it!). Each race brings new wind and new conditions, similar to new theories and learning in your classes. But it also brings knowledge that you can apply to the next race. Did a particular side of the race course work well in the previous race, or a particular setting on your sails, that can lead you to apply that learning to the next race. Similar to how you learn new things in your classes, you then have the opportunity to apply that learning through your work, class projects, assistantships, and even just seeing what is going on in your community. Applying theory to practice is an opportunity to see where those theories present themselves in other work you are doing, similar to one side of a race course working out great and trying that theory again (spoiler alert - it sometimes works great, and sometimes that theory doesn't and you go from 1st to 8th - don't ask me how I know!). But always thinking about where the theories you are learning in classes present themselves can help as you continue to gain experience and knowledge throughout the program!
I'm excited to continue our conversations around your professional goals!
In this Career Digest, I will share a few professional development opportunities, which will include conferences and workshops, upcoming events, and a few resources.
I am always available to discuss your career goals, help with your Professional Development Plan, and/or review your resume/cover letter, help with your job search, and/or help as you negotiate a job offer. Wherever you are in the program or in your professional journey, I'd love to connect and help you develop your plan for next steps!
Lastly, don't forget to connect to the Microsoft Teams Career Services and Professional Development Team - access teams through Heelmail. We encourage you all to engage in the conversation in the teams group, ask questions, answer questions, share resources, etc. In addition to the team group, I am available for individual chat through MS teams - chat me anytime. This is also a great way to practice your professional communication through chat as many employers utilize teams (or something similar) to stay in touch with employees (even if they're down the hall!).
Allison
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Professional Development Opportunities |
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Innovation is happening everywhere in local government. Brought on by the transformative needs of the current era, governments are finding new opportunities for strategic leadership, new possibilities for performance and efficiencies, and a renewed sense of urgency to boost resiliency.
Hear from innovative leaders, including:
- Robert Cordova, Chief Technology & Strategy Officer, Milwaukee Bucks
- Mayor Van Johnson, Mayor of the City of Savannah, GA
- Shonte Eldridge, Executive Government Advisor, AWS (former Deputy Chief of Operations, City of Baltimore, MD
- Russell Haupert, CIO/CTO and Director of Technology, City of Tampa
- Johanna Hernandez, Administrator, Office of Innovation and Strategy, City of Tucson, AZ
- Kristina Alfaro, Director Of Administrative Services, City of Cupertino, CA
Please register for agenda updates and to join virtually Oct 19-21. Once you have registered, be sure to select the sessions you would like to attend and add them to your calendar!
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The Northern Virginia Hispanic American Chamber is an organization privately funded of trailblazers, partners sponsors, luminaries, entrepreneurs, investors, and philanthropic leaders who provide advice, and support to enhance the B2B and B2G opportunities, which also include promoting economic growth thru career opportunities in our Washington Metropolitan region.
This year, we are hosting the 2021 Hispanic Career Expo (In person) on October 21, in Arlington, VA powered by El Tiempo Latino newspaper and supported by Prospanica National.
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Tuesday, September 28th join representatives from NC State Government to learn about current job openings and consider working for NC.
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Triangle J Council of Governments is hosting their fifth Regional Summit on October 28th from 9-2:30 pm. The Summit is an annual gathering of local elected officials and staff from the Triangle region to discuss an emerging issue for our communities. The event includes keynote speakers, case studies, and workshops for attendees. Due to COVID-19, the event will be held virtually on the Zoom platform.
The Future is Ours to Create
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The 2021 series of 90-minute webinars will focus on these topic areas: ethics, management skill-building, leadership, community outreach, workplace development, career-building and provide practical tools for effective coaching, mentoring, and problem solving.
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Interested in disaster response and preparedness? Want to learn more about how community and public health leaders in North Carolina respond to public health issues ranging from hurricanes to the COVID-19 pandemic? Gillings on the Ground is a 5-week training program held throughout the fall 2021 semester that provides participants with the information and skills on various aspects of disaster relief.
In the spring 2022 semester, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a hands-on, disaster-related training activity (pending COVID-19 restrictions, of course!). Led by experienced community leaders and UNC faculty, there are a total of five classes, each held once per week for 1-1.5 hours from October 14-November 9, 2021.
In addition to receiving a certificate upon completion of the program, trainees will also gain access to an exclusive listserv of disaster-related service opportunities submitted by our community partners. This program is open to any UNC students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
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Join ELGL - Free
- As an SOG faculty, staff, or student, you can join our ELGL membership at no cost!
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ELGL Memberships - Add A New Member - email at the top of form should be foster@sog.unc.edu
- If you've joined in the past your membership should renew
ELGL Benefits:
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ASPA’s goal, particularly with our student members, is to help you find the resources you need to connect with others, provide you with a clear picture of the public administration profession and help you learn how to start on their career path. ASPA’s resources—especially for students—are an invaluable starting point, potentially for the rest of your careers.
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Students, Alumni, and SOG Faculty are currently contributing to support local governments in their understanding and administration of American Rescue Plan Act funds. Join fellow MPA’ers for coffee and casual conversations as you share your experiences navigating receipt and allocation of these funds.
Kara Millonzi, School of Government Robert W. Bradshaw Jr. Distinguished Professor of Public Law and Government and subject matter expert, will also be there to provide insight on North Carolina’s interpretation of federal law and use of ARPA resources within the state.
September 29, 2021
12:00-1:00 pm, via Zoom
You will receive a Zoom link upon your registration!
If you have problems logging in email Kristin.
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You have the opportunity to submit your resume to a compiled resume book (and we are asked periodically for copies of a students’ resume (meet the dean events, scholarship reports).
Use this link to submit the most up to date version of your resume, using the template above. You may submit new resumes at any time.
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Have you ever thought, I should update my resume, or wow, that project would be great to include on my resume. The intranet has great resources on writing all forms of professional correspondence. |
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Find PWE Opportunities through this dashboard, check back often as new experiences are always being added!
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Current job opportunities from around the country!
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Connect with classmates, colleagues across formats, and stay connected on Career and Professional Development news and opportunities
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The MPA Intranet has many resources for your entire time in the program. The Career Pages on the intranet have undergone a major update and are now up-to-date. These pages serve as a great resource for where to start when thinking about your career development, how to write a resume, interview prep, how to network, etc.
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Professional Development Plan
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Email Allison (binkley@sog.unc.edu) to meet to discuss your Professional Development Plan.
- While the job market has begun to really hit its stride, and you most likely have your pick of organization, it is still important to make sure you have positioned yourself best for positions. I'm here to help you do that!
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