Careers in Government

JANUARY 6, 2024

Are you looking for a job that offers stability, benefits, and opportunities for growth? Have you considered exploring the government job market? With a wide range of sectors and positions available, navigating the Government job search can seem daunting at first. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! KEY TAKEAWAY Government jobs offer stability, benefits, […] The post Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Government Job Search appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Government 52

Princeton Public Library

JANUARY 8, 2024

The post From Housing Justice to Democracy appeared first on Princeton Public Library.

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Housing 52

Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

A long time coming.

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Government 264

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

Keeping your eye on where value comes from is still the name of the game.

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Leadership 145

Advertiser: Noratek

Get this municipal maintenance guide that provides municipalities with a detailed and structured approach to maintaining city infrastructure. This guide outlines systematic inspection procedures and best practices, ensuring the safety, longevity, and operational efficiency of municipal assets. From roadways and bridges to public buildings and utilities, the guide covers all aspects of municipal maintenance.

Public Safety

AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

Last year, Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched the AWS Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance to improve the employment gap by increasing tech skills globally. The initiative brings together a coalition of Fortune 500 companies and other employers, government agencies, workforce development organizations, and education leaders to better prepare learners for entry-level tech careers.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

JANUARY 9, 2024

Following the recent international AI Summit, many government executives are assessing how to get started exploring the technology’s potential to improve citizen services One year after generative AI publicly emerged with the launch of ChatGPT and similar tools, it is clear the rapid evolution from AI to generative AI is opening major new frontiers for improving customer service, streamlining processes, and enhancing efficiency in government services.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

A McKinsey survey reveals how consumer attitudes about charging could influence the electric-vehicle market—and open new opportunities.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator. Announced in October 2023, the AWS Education Accelerator supports education technology (EdTech) startups who are innovating to enhance the teaching and learning experience and improve educational outcomes. As education continues to evolve, data-driven decision making is a powerful strategy to transform teaching and learning practices and unlock new opportunities for

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 10, 2024

In this episode, Shauna gives a detailed rundown of her experiences at the Women in Camp Summit 2023, also known as WICS. The episode includes discussions on several important topics including the significance of intersectionality in camping, the importance of transparency in job descriptions to accommodate neurodivergent individuals, trauma-informed management, and the impact of privilege. […] The post Ep 28: Insider’s Look: Women in Camp Summit 2023 – Conversations and Takeaways first ap

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Management 130

Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

The pressures to build will likely overcome disaster resilience concerns.

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Breckenridge’s short-term rental boom—over 4,200 licenses —put intense pressure on the town’s small staff and manual processes. Facing compliance and efficiency challenges, the town teamed up with GovOS to automate its STR licensing. The new system: Cut admin time Reduced errors Improved the experience for property owners and town staff Discover the full impact of automation on Breckenridge’s STR management—download the case study.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

The technology could offer pharma companies a once-in-a-century opportunity—but only if they learn to scale it and address the industry’s unique challenges.

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GCN

JANUARY 8, 2024

After years of adjusting land-use regulations, Minneapolis boosted its housing stock by 12%, while rents grew at just 1%. Meanwhile, the rest of Minnesota increased its stock by 4% as rents rose 14%.

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Summer Camp Programming

JANUARY 6, 2024

The original submission of this activity came from Marianne Manning. It’s time to embark on a medieval journey and captivate your campers with an imaginative and interactive “Quest for the Holy Grail” game. I’ll walk you through creating an unforgettable adventure filled with royalty, knights, and a legendary quest that will engage and excite campers […] The post How to Host a “Quest for the Holy Grail” Adventure Game at Your Camp first appeared on Summer Camp Progr

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Engagement 130

GovLoop

JANUARY 12, 2024

As the public increasingly expects government digital experiences to reflect the smooth service of the private sector, agencies need to learn how to modernize without sacrificing security or usability in their applications. Some challenges that agencies can face while prioritizing privacy and security without complicating data sharing include: • Protecting sensitive data in databases while still enabling analytics. • Analyzing financial records without revealing individual transaction details. •

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Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 12, 2024

Companies with strong digital and AI capabilities have figured out how to generate compounding value, according to new McKinsey research.

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Leadership 137

GCN

JANUARY 9, 2024

Connect is so popular that it’s having trouble keeping up with demand, even as the Minnesota legislature allocated over $9 million last year to build out Connect and similar systems statewide.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

But, we don’t know where it will lead.

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FedTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

Agencies want to know they’re getting maximum returns on their digital initiatives because IT spending represents a major portion of their budgets. Technology helps agencies save money in addition to boosting efficiencies these days. Strategic investments help agencies maximize their productivity when funding is readily available, and when it’s not, optimized spending can mean the difference between mission success and failure.

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Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

Local Government

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2024

Savvy distributors know the power of private-label brands to retain customers and accelerate profitable growth. Distributors that successfully increase their private-label penetration have a distinct advantage in overall gross margin.

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Management 132

GCN

JANUARY 10, 2024

Kathy Hochul announced in her State of the State address an AI consortium and research center, and issued a new policy for responsible AI governance.

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Development Government 113

GovLoop

JANUARY 9, 2024

When developing new applications, you want to include the end user in the process. But when it comes to using open data to tackle local problems, who counts as the end user? Is it just the government employee, or is it also the local constituent? A recent report from the Centre for Public Impact suggests that agencies should consider residents as end users, not just beneficiaries.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 8, 2024

Communities across the country are recognizing the importance of investing in climate-resilient infrastructure — and the federal government is emphasizing this need, too.

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Housing Development Government 101

Speaker: Noratek

Maintaining municipal operations is no small task, especially when budgets are tight and public expectations are high. In this webinar, we’ll explore how local governments can streamline their maintenance operations while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. What You’ll Gain: Proven strategies for effective inspection management Insight into leveraging digital tools Practical tips for addressing common maintenance challenges Examples of municipalities that have achieved success.

Local Government

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 10, 2024

Becoming a high-potential candidate for the top job starts with asking the question: Why do I want to be the CEO?

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Leadership 128

GCN

JANUARY 12, 2024

But a decision in one would strike down a nearly 30-year-old federal law as well as state laws in 46 states and Washington, D.C.

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Laws Management 110

Google Public Sector

JANUARY 10, 2024

On October 4th, Los Angeles County hosted its second annual Tech Empowerment Day to celebrate Digital Inclusion Week at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This event is part of L.A.’s Delete the Divide initiative, which supports underserved communities with technology resources. A founding sponsor of Tech Empowerment Day in 2022, Google Cloud again served as a key partner in ensuring students gain hands-on experiences with modern technologies.

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Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 10, 2024

As you write your papers, document, document.

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Government agencies that rely on tax revenue to fund critical services and infrastructure are finding it more urgent than ever to bridge the gap between under-reported tax revenue and taxpayers’ understanding of the processes. This is especially true as things like short-term rentals (STRs) have grown in popularity and become new sources of income for residents.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 11, 2024

In a world of advanced automation and AI, people skills are becoming a differentiator for finance professionals.

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Operations 123

GCN

JANUARY 11, 2024

Unless Congress budgets more, the program will run out of money in mid-August, forcing states to waitlist those seeking help.

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Budgeting 107

GovPilot

JANUARY 10, 2024

In recent years, pet ownership has become a quintessential aspect of the American dream. Whether it is a loyal dog or a curious cat, more and more American citizens are becoming pet owners. In fact, according to Forbes, 44.5% of U.S. households own dogs, with 29% opting for cat ownership. With the continuing desire by citizens to own a furry friend, it is important that your local government is equipped with the necessary tools to help in this process.

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Local Government Government 97

Disaster Zone blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

Providing for better state to local support and connections.

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Coordinator Management 100

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PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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