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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 01/30/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Webinar: Sustaining Mental Wellbeing in a Challenging World
Burnout is an increasingly prevalent issue in today’s fast-paced world—and we’re going to dive in. Join us at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 30th for a compelling webinar that addresses the challenges of burnout and equips you with practical tools to enhance your wellness.
In this engaging session with recognized mental wellness expert Brian Potts, we’ll explore how acknowledging the factors beyond our control can empower us to focus on what we can influence, transforming stress into opportunities for growth. You'll learn how to recognize the early signs of burnout, understand the underlying causes in our modern lives, and discover effective strategies for prevention.
Our conversation will also cover actionable steps to prioritize your wellbeing, helping you cultivate a healthier, more balanced life both at work and beyond. This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights that will not only help you manage stress but also build resilience and prepare you for future challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this webinar offers something for everyone. Together, let's turn adversity into growth and emerge stronger. That’s what Team Us is all about.
Don’t miss this chance to invest in your personal and professional wellbeing and support your teams in their challenges!
Speakers:
- Nicholas Kittle, Government Innovation Coach, Public Speaker
- Brian Potts, Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocate
PSHRA® Webinars are a member benefit. Available to non-members for a nominal fee.
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Nick Kittle
Government Innovation Coach, Public Speaker
With over fifteen years of experience as a government innovation expert, I help organizations create and sustain a culture of creativity, empowerment, and results. I am the CEO and author of Sustainovation, a definitive guide and a growing community of practitioners on building innovation in government for the benefit of the citizens. I have keynoted, trained, consulted, or facilitated in over 100 communities across the country, teaching hands-on techniques and sharing inspiring stories on how to make ideas a reality and break the bureaucracy.
I partner with teams across the country on building high-performance operations, including building effective and innovative teams, efficient processes, creating measurable, actionable results, being clear and accountable, and engaging the community. This includes over 3 dozen training topics, a network of specialized partners, and tools like performance measurement, process improvement, prioritization, creativity, productivity, strategic planning, and citizen engagement, using data-driven and lean methodologies. I am passionate about transforming the public sector into a high-performing, transparent, and accountable entity that serves the common good.
I believe in the power of Team Us, and I strive to make innovation fun, effective, and sustainable.
Brian Potts
Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocate
Specialties: managing workplace stress, burnout and anxiety
Brian Potts is a nationally renowned mental health professional with over 24 years of experience. As the Client Development Manager at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, he has built key partnerships to enhance mental health programs. His career includes roles at Therapy Brands, Cordant Health Solutions, Ameritox, and Eli Lilly, showcasing his expertise in relationship building, strategic account management, and program development. Brian holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University and has received numerous accolades, including the President’s Council Award. His commitment to improving mental health care makes him a trusted and influential advocate in the field.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 01/16/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Webinar: 2025 Trends of CHROs in the Public Sector
We have put together a dynamic panel of thought leaders who will discuss key trends and challenges facing the public sector in 2025. They will share insights, predictions, and best practices for the coming year.
They will also discuss:
• Top 2025 Public Sector Trends
• The Impact
• Possible Solutions
• A Look to the FutureModerator: Andrea Cutler, PSHRA-SCP, 2024 PSHRA President-Elect
Panelist:
• Patrick Dinh Ho, PSHRA-SCP, Assistant Director of Human Resources, City of Brookhaven, GA formerly the Chief HR Officer, Gilmer County Gov., GA
• Linda Gonzales, PSHRA-SCP, Chief HR, City of Dania Beach, FL
• Cassandra Tabor, Chief HR Officer, Metropolitan Council, Saint Paul MNMark your calendar for January 16th at 1:00 pm ET and join us for this informative and engaging webinar. We look forward to seeing you there!
PSHRA® Webinars are a member benefit. Available to non-members for a nominal fee.
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Andrea Cutler (Moderator)
2024 PSHRA President-Elect
Andrea’s over 30 years of experience in public sector Human Resources has been with full service and contract cities in southern California. After retiring, she moved to Las Vegas and continues to do consulting work.
She has a Master’s degree in Public Administration, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, holds IPMA-SCP and CMLR certifications and has been a trainer for the DCHRS course.
Andrea has served on the IPMA-HR Executive Council, the Western Region Board, the Southern California and Nevada chapter boards and in several international committees. She received the Lifetime Membership Award from IPMA-HR in 2019, the Muriel Morse Achievement from the Western Region in 2015, and the Gunther Dumalski Lifetime Membership award from the Southern California Chapter in 2016.
Patrick Dinh Ho
Assistant Director of Human Resources
City of Brookhaven, GA
Patrick Ho is an HR professional with over 8 years’ experience mostly working in the public sector including state/local government. Formally served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Gilmer County Government in Georgia. Patrick was appointed as CHRO by the Gilmer County Board of Commissioners early 2023. Currently, Patrick is the Assistant Director of Human Resources at the City of Brookhaven. He is currently pursuing a Juris Doctors degree and currently holds a Masters of Public Administration with a concentration in Public Sector HR Administration and a Bachelors of Science in Political Science from Kennesaw State University. Patrick had success in rebuilding/rebranding past employers with their Human Resources department which included company-wide re-organizations, new system implementation, revamping the hiring process and creating an official orientation/seminar university program for them.
Linda Gonzales
Chief HR Officer
City of Dania Beach, FL
An innovative and strategic Human Resources leader with over 25 years of experience in public and private sectors. Recognized for empowering leadership, Linda has implemented transformative HR strategies, fostered inclusive workplace cultures, and served as a trusted advisor in complex environments and multiple industries. She excels in labor relations, compliance, compensation strategies, and organizational development, with a proven track record in negotiation, mediation, and dispute resolution. Linda is passionate about aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals to drive employee engagement, operational efficiency, and community impact.
Certifications include SPHR, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-SCP, Florida Supreme Court Mediator, (County, Appellate, Family and Civil Circuit), Florida Public Sector Employee and Labor Relations professional, with a track record of shaping high-performing HR teams and driving measurable results.
Cassandra Tabor
Chief HR Officer
Metropolitan Council, Saint Paul MN
Cassandra Tabor is the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Metropolitan Council, joining the organization in the Fall of 2023. She is an accomplished HR professional that has served the last 12 years in public sector with Minnesota cities. Prior to a second career in public sector, she led organizational development and HR within private industries and post-secondary institutions. Cassandra began with an Education degree and later earned her Master’s in Public Administration and a Project Management certification. She lives in downtown Minneapolis with her husband and small dog and is excited to have an empty nest with twin daughters recently graduating from college!
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Contains 17 Component(s), Includes Credits
This class will start on January 28, 2025 and end on April 8, 2025
Welcome!
We are excited to announce the launching of the New Public Sector HR Essentials course.
Thank you for your course registration. We are so excited you have looked to PSHRA® to help you grow in your career.
Whether you want to sharpen your skills, transitioning to public sector, want a refresher, this is the place you belong.
With this change, the PSHRA-CP certification component will operate separately with a brand-new proctored exam and certification process. The course, exam, and certification will no longer be packaged together. There will be separate fee to take the CP Exam and become certified.
The new course includes:
- Condensed 10-week format
- Flexible schedule and learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere and 24/7
- Public Sector Focused – Tailored for you
- Delivered online and asynchronously
- 4 Live Zoom Course Check-ins and 1 hour in length
- Get Personalized feedback and support
- Course Dashboard contains everything you need – no third-party textbook to buy.
All your course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook to buy).
Don’t hesitate to contact us:
- PSHRA – Debbie Tankersely-Snook, Associate Director, Member Programs, Membership - meetings@pshra.org
Making public sector work better™.
PSHRA’s Public Sector HR Essentials Certificate Course Syllabus
Please let us know if you run into any problems or have questions as soon as possible. We want to make sure you are to have the best possible learning experience.
Course Material (All you need is on your dashboard)
- PSHRE Workbook (PDF and Word Versions)
- Public Sector HR Essentials Lessons Summary
- HR20/20 Report
Meetings and Discussions:
- Course Cohort Meetings take place in Zoom Events – You will receive your Individual Zoom Link once the course starts.
- Course Discussion Board take place in Your Course’s Engage Community – You will be automatically enrolled into this community. Your course’s community Link is - Coming Soon.
Course Design:
The course spans ten weeks and follows a specific timeline with a sequence of lessons and cohort sessions. You will receive details about the dates, times, and locations of cohort sessions.
Time Commitment:
Plan for 1 hours for each online lesson to read, complete activities, and prepare for cohort sessions. Individuals have varying learning paces, so it might take more or less time for each person. We recommend completing lessons a day or two before the cohort sessions to allow time for reflection on what you've learned and the development of your plans. All course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook is required).
Course Cohort Session Schedule (subject to change):
- Start Date: 1/28/2025
- Completion Date: 4/8/2025
- Cohort Session 1: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 2: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 3: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 4: Coming Soon
Course Content:
Week 1 - Introduction
Week 2 - Lesson 1: Public Sector Basics
Week 3 - Lesson 2: Recruitment
Cohort Session 1: Public Sector HR Basics & Recruitment
Week 4 - Lesson 3: Selection
Week 5 - Lesson 4: Classification and Compensation
Cohort Session 2: Selection, Classification & Compensation
Week 6 - Lesson 5: Benefits
Week 7 - Lesson 6: Labor and Employee Relations
Cohort Session 3: Benefits and Labor Management Relations
Week 8 - Lesson 7: Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity
Week 9 - Lesson 8: Organizational Development
Cohort Session 3: Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity, Organization and Final
Week 10 - Lesson 9: Course Summary
Certificate of Attendance:
You will earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course.
Cancellation Policy:
Professional Development Cancelation Policy
Making public sector work better™.
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Contains 17 Component(s), Includes Credits
This class will start on February 25, 2025 and end on May 6, 2025
Welcome!
We are excited to announce the launching of the New Public Sector HR Essentials course.
Thank you for your course registration. We are so excited you have looked to PSHRA® to help you grow in your career.
Whether you want to sharpen your skills, transitioning to public sector, want a refresher, this is the place you belong.
With this change, the PSHRA-CP certification component will operate separately with a brand-new proctored exam and certification process. The course, exam, and certification will no longer be packaged together. There will be separate fee to take the CP Exam and become certified.
The new course includes:
- Condensed 10-week format
- Flexible schedule and learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere and 24/7
- Public Sector Focused – Tailored for you
- Delivered online and asynchronously
- 4 Live Zoom Course Check-ins and 1 hour in length
- Get Personalized feedback and support
- Course Dashboard contains everything you need – no third-party textbook to buy.
All your course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook to buy).
Don’t hesitate to contact us:
- PSHRA – Debbie Tankersely-Snook, Associate Director, Member Programs, Membership - meetings@pshra.org
Making public sector work better™.
PSHRA’s Public Sector HR Essentials Certificate Course Syllabus
Please let us know if you run into any problems or have questions as soon as possible. We want to make sure you are to have the best possible learning experience.
Course Material (All you need is on your dashboard)
- PSHRE Workbook (PDF and Word Versions)
- Public Sector HR Essentials Lessons Summary
- HR20/20 Report
Meetings and Discussions:
- Course Cohort Meetings take place in Zoom Events – You will receive your Individual Zoom Link once the course starts.
- Course Discussion Board take place in Your Course’s Engage Community – You will be automatically enrolled into this community. Your course’s community Link is - Coming Soon.
Course Design:
The course spans ten weeks and follows a specific timeline with a sequence of lessons and cohort sessions. You will receive details about the dates, times, and locations of cohort sessions.
Time Commitment:
Plan for 1 hours for each online lesson to read, complete activities, and prepare for cohort sessions. Individuals have varying learning paces, so it might take more or less time for each person. We recommend completing lessons a day or two before the cohort sessions to allow time for reflection on what you've learned and the development of your plans. All course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook is required).
Course Cohort Session Schedule (subject to change):
- Start Date: 2/25/2025
- Completion Date: 5/6/2025
- Cohort Session 1: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 2: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 3: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 4: Coming Soon
Course Content:
Week 1 - Introduction
Week 2 - Lesson 1: Public Sector Basics
Week 3 - Lesson 2: Recruitment
Cohort Session 1: Public Sector HR Basics & Recruitment
Week 4 - Lesson 3: Selection
Week 5 - Lesson 4: Classification and Compensation
Cohort Session 2: Selection, Classification & Compensation
Week 6 - Lesson 5: Benefits
Week 7 - Lesson 6: Labor and Employee Relations
Cohort Session 3: Benefits and Labor Management Relations
Week 8 - Lesson 7: Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity
Week 9 - Lesson 8: Organizational Development
Cohort Session 3: Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity, Organization and Final
Week 10 - Lesson 9: Course Summary
Certificate of Attendance:
You will earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course.
Cancellation Policy:
Professional Development Cancelation Policy
Making public sector work better™.
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Contains 12 Component(s), Includes Credits
This class will start on January 28, 2025 and end on March 11, 2025
Syllabus: Strategies for Public Sector Leadership Certificate Program
Start Date: January 28, 2025
End Date: March 11, 2025
Instructor: Coming Soon
PSHRA Contact: Debbie Tankersely-Snook
Welcome:
Welcome to PSHRA's Strategies for Public Sector Leadership. This course will equip you with the necessary tools to shift from a transactional to a strategic role in Public Sector HR by using a competency framework. Your role has evolved beyond merely transactional tasks. Today's HR department in the public sector is pivotal to the agency's success. It involves teaching team building, coaching, conflict resolution, consensus-building, fostering a risk-taking culture, enhancing communication, building trust, and more.
Course Outcomes:
This comprehensive leadership course is designed for mid- to senior-level public sector HR leaders, providing a solid foundation for success.
To achieve this, the course focuses on the following outcomes:
- Assess the impact of HR and human capital management in the public sector and justify HR programs in the public sector.
- Design programs that align with specific competencies within the PSHRA Competency Model, covering three major modules: Leader, Business Partner, and Change Agent.
- Evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses regarding these competencies and create a plan for your individual professional development as an HR professional using the PSHRA Competency Model.
- Plan professional development in accordance with your personal competencies.
You will finish this course with:
- A solid strategic foundation for success.
- A professional development plan.
Certificate of Attendance:
You will earn a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the course.
Course Design:
The course spans six weeks and follows a specific timeline with a sequence of lessons and cohort sessions. You will receive details about the dates, times, and locations of cohort sessions.
Time Commitment:
Plan for 90 minutes for each online lesson to read, complete activities, and prepare for cohort sessions. Individuals have varying learning paces, so it might take more or less time for each person. We recommend completing lessons a day or two before the cohort sessions to allow time for reflection on what you've learned and the development of your plans.
Online Cohort Schedule (subject to change):
- Cohort #1 – Coming Soon
- Cohort #2 - Coming Soon
- Cohort #3 – Coming Soon
- Cohort #4 - Coming Soon
Course Schedule:
Week 1:
Online Lesson (self-paced) - Lesson 1: Introduction
Week 2:
Cohort Session (virtual) - Session 1: Introduction
Online Lesson (self-paced) - Lesson 2: The Role of the HR Leader
Week 3:
No Cohort Session
Online Lesson (self-paced) - Lesson 3: The Role of an HR Business Partner
Week 4:
Cohort Session (virtual) - Session 2: The Role of the HR Leader
- Negotiation: the cohort participants will perform a mock negotiation of a contract or provisions of a rule and have sides. This activity will allow participants to see how people react in these situations and practice skills used to defuse tension
- Emotional Quotient/Intelligence: cohort participants will develop a proposed response modeling EQ based on a stressful leadership/communication scenario
Online Lesson (self-paced) - Lesson 4: The Role of the Change Agent
Week 5:
Cohort Session (virtual) - Session 3: The Role of an HR Business Partner
- Partnered practice scenario performs as a trusted coach or consultant on a challenging people issue such as performance, DEIA, risk management, or leadership coaching (developing) or advising (consulting)
- Partners work on conducting an HR needs analysis
Online Lesson (self-paced) - Lesson 5: Summary
Week 6:
Cohort Session (in-person or virtual) - Session 4: The Role of the Change Agent & Summary
Course Workbook:
The course includes a workbook. You'll use the workbook throughout the course to reflect on what you're learning, record ideas, plan for future personal development, and plan activities for your agency. There are two versions:
- a PDF version - if you'd like to print it and write your answers and ideas and
- an MS Word version - if you'd prefer to work electronically.
The files have the same content - just differences in page layout. You will use the workbook while taking the online lessons and while attending the cohort sessions.
The workbook is available by selecting the Course Materials tab and then Strategies for Public Sector Leadership Workbook.
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Contains 17 Component(s), Includes Credits
This class will start on January 14, 2025 and end on March 25, 2025
Welcome!
We are excited to announce the launching of the New Public Sector HR Essentials course.
Thank you for your course registration. We are so excited you have looked to PSHRA® to help you grow in your career.
Whether you want to sharpen your skills, transitioning to public sector, want a refresher, this is the place you belong.
With this change, the PSHRA-CP certification component will operate separately with a brand-new proctored exam and certification process. The course, exam, and certification will no longer be packaged together. There will be separate fee to take the CP Exam and become certified.
The new course includes:
- Condensed 10-week format
- Flexible schedule and learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere and 24/7
- Public Sector Focused – Tailored for you
- Delivered online and asynchronously
- 4 Live Zoom Course Check-ins and 1 hour in length
- Get Personalized feedback and support
- Course Dashboard contains everything you need – no third-party textbook to buy.
All your course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook to buy).
Don’t hesitate to contact us:
- PSHRA – Debbie Tankersely-Snook, Associate Director, Member Programs, Membership - meetings@pshra.org
Making public sector work better™.
PSHRA’s Public Sector HR Essentials Certificate Course Syllabus
Please let us know if you run into any problems or have questions as soon as possible. We want to make sure you are to have the best possible learning experience.
Course Material (All you need is on your dashboard)
- PSHRE Workbook (PDF and Word Versions)
- Public Sector HR Essentials Lessons Summary
- HR20/20 Report
Meetings and Discussions:
- Course Cohort Meetings take place in Zoom Events – You will receive your Individual Zoom Link once the course starts.
- Course Discussion Board take place in Your Course’s Engage Community – You will be automatically enrolled into this community. Your course’s community Link is - Coming Soon.
Course Design:
The course spans ten weeks and follows a specific timeline with a sequence of lessons and cohort sessions. You will receive details about the dates, times, and locations of cohort sessions.
Time Commitment:
Plan for 1 hours for each online lesson to read, complete activities, and prepare for cohort sessions. Individuals have varying learning paces, so it might take more or less time for each person. We recommend completing lessons a day or two before the cohort sessions to allow time for reflection on what you've learned and the development of your plans. All course materials are included on your course dashboard (no textbook is required).
Course Cohort Session Schedule (subject to change):
- Start Date: 1/14/2025
- Completion Date: 3/25/2025
- Cohort Session 1: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 2: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 3: Coming Soon
- Cohort Session 4: Coming Soon
Course Content:
Week 1 - Introduction
Week 2 - Lesson 1: Public Sector Basics
Week 3 - Lesson 2: Recruitment
Cohort Session 1: Public Sector HR Basics & Recruitment
Week 4 - Lesson 3: Selection
Week 5 - Lesson 4: Classification and Compensation
Cohort Session 2: Selection, Classification & Compensation
Week 6 - Lesson 5: Benefits
Week 7 - Lesson 6: Labor and Employee Relations
Cohort Session 3: Benefits and Labor Management Relations
Week 8 - Lesson 7: Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity
Week 9 - Lesson 8: Organizational Development
Cohort Session 3: Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity, Organization and Final
Week 10 - Lesson 9: Course Summary
Certificate of Attendance:
You will earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course.
Cancellation Policy:
Professional Development Cancelation Policy
Making public sector work better™.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 12/05/2024
Webinar: Issues in the Public Sector Workplace – You Can’t Make This Up!
Please join us on December 5th at 1:00 pm ET for an engaging discussion on topics concerning the public sector workplace. Our panel will share intriguing challenges they have faced or come across, leaving you pondering the complexities. Discover ways to navigate and, at times, sidestep obstacles commonly found in the public sector. Our panel will explore the best practices for handling the extraordinary.
Our panel will discuss:
- Interesting public sector workplace challenges.
- Techniques for navigating challenging issues.
- Best practices for avoiding pitfalls.
- Success Stories
- Advice for the Future
Moderator: Jennifer Fairweather, PSHRA-SCP, CHRO, Jefferson County, CO and PSHRA Past President
Panelists:
- Monica Kopin, Director of Human Resources- Talent Acquisition and Workforce Development, City of Virginia Beach, VA and PSHRA Virginia Chapter President
- Cynthia Stafford, Principal/CEO, Stafford HR Consulting and PSHRA Southern California Chapter President
- Nathan Williams, Chief People Office, Gilbert, AZ and PSHRA Arizona Chapter President-Elect
PSHRA® Webinars are a member benefit. Available to non-members for a nominal fee.
Making public sector work better™.
Dr. Jennifer Fairweather, PSHRA-SCP
Chief Human Capital Officer, Jefferson County Human Resources, CO
PSHRA Past President
Jennifer Fairweather was PSHRA's 2022 President. She is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for Jefferson County, located in Golden Colorado. She is also an Affiliate Professor with Regis University where she facilitates undergraduate and graduate courses for the College of Business and Economics. Jennifer has been an active volunteer and member of PSHRA for over 22 years and has held volunteer leadership roles at all levels of the Association, including the chapter level, region level and national level.
Monica Kopin
Director of Human Resources- Talent Acquisition and Workforce Development, City of Virginia Beach, VA
PSHRA Virginia Chapter President
Cyndi Stafford, MPA, IPMA-CE
Principal/CEO, Stafford HR Consulting
PSHRA Southern California Chapter President
Cyndi Stafford has worked in the field of public sector human resources for over 30 years. Her experience includes being a Director and Deputy Director of HR with agencies with varying community services including airports, seaports, water, gas, police, fire, emergency management, economic development and many more. She oversaw a staff involved in recruitment and selection, payroll, benefit administration, classification and compensation, EEO, training, labor and employee relations and risk management, including workers’ compensation, general liability, and contract risk transfer. Cyndi left her fulltime position and opened her consulting firm, Stafford HR Consulting, in 2021, providing the full range of HR services to public sector agencies in California.
Cyndi holds dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Southern California in Political Science and International Relations and a master’s in public administration from California State University, Long Beach. As a life-long HR professional, Cyndi was one of the first in the country to achieve her Certification of IPMA-CE (Certified Executive) through the International Public Management Association for Human Resources (PSHRA). Cyndi also teaches an intro to HRM class at California State University, Long Beach where she shares her passion for HR with her students.
Nathan Williams
Chief People Office, Gilbert, AZ
PSHRA Arizona Chapter President-Elect
Nathan Williams is the Chief People Officer for Gilbert, Arizona. Gilbert is the 5th largest city in Arizona serving just over 280,000 residents just outside of Phoenix. Prior to joining Gilbert, Nathan spent more than a decade in HR roles in the private sector, and 3 years teaching Strategic Human Resources to college undergrads. He moved to Arizona in 2006 to attend Arizona State University, where he earned his MBA. Nathan’s mix of public and private HR experience allows him to approach challenges and situations through a couple different HR lenses. He is passionate about leader and employee development, employee engagement, technology, and data, and believes HR leaders must be focused on upskilling and reskilling themselves and others to better utilize these tools and disciplines to be competitive for the future!
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 11/21/2024
Webinar: Maternity, Paternity and Childcare Leave Policies
Please join us on November 21st at 1:00 pm ET to learn about family-friendly leave policies that can support the needs of your employees? Our panelists will explore how their agencies address the challenges of supporting maternity, paternity, and childcare leave policies. You will gain insight from our panelists as they share their best practices for creating fair and inclusive policies. Learn how your colleagues have navigated these challenges and provided support to their staff.
Our panelist will discuss:
- Current Family-related Leave Policies
- Challenges Encountered
- Outside of the Box Resources
- Success Stories
- A Look to the Future
Moderator: Rori Andreason, HR Director/City Recorder, Midvale City, Midvale City, UT
Panelists:
- Simone Alexander, Senior Human Resources Analyst, City of Winston-Salem, NC
- Monica Kennedy, PSHRA-SCP, Director of Human Resources, Town of La Plata, MD
PSHRA® Webinars are a member benefit. Available to non-members for a nominal fee.
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Simone Alexander
Senior Human Resources Analyst
City of Winston-Salem
I currently administer and direct general human resource programs that enhance employee relations, policy development, long-range planning, and overall program compliance with federal and state regulations. I provide consultation to employees and supervisors in resolving discipline, morale problems, grievances; and I administer internal employee communications regarding benefits and policy/procedure changes. I am also a member of the
PSHRA North Carolina Chapter.
Rori Andereason (Moderator)
Human Resources Director/City Recorder
Midvale City
With an illustrious career spanning 40 years in the realm of local government, I am deeply committed to public service and the pursuit of excellence. Currently, I hold the esteemed positions of Human Resource Director and City Recorder at Midvale City, where I play a pivotal role in shaping the city's administrative landscape.
My journey through public service has been fortified by a wealth of knowledge and experience. I am the proud bearer of a master's degree in public administration, a testament to my dedication to academic excellence and a profound understanding of the complexities of local governance. Furthermore, I have acquired several prestigious Human Resource certifications, underscoring my commitment to staying at the forefront of industry best practices. My distinguished achievement as a Master Municipal Clerk attests to my mastery of municipal administration.
In my current role, I wear multiple hats with finesse. As the Human Resource Director, I oversee a critical department responsible for managing and nurturing the city's most valuable asset—its workforce. My responsibilities extend to managing municipal elections, ensuring they are conducted seamlessly and in compliance with all regulations. I also serve as the city's backup Public Information Officer, reinforcing the importance of transparent and timely communication with the public. In addition, I take on the role of a Risk Manager, ensuring that the city operates with diligence and prudence, safeguarding against potential liabilities.
Beyond my official capacities, I have embraced entrepreneurship by founding "Positive Impact Consulting, LLC." This venture allows me to extend my expertise in human resources, providing consulting services to a diverse range of entities. Moreover, I have taken on the role of a contract administrator for a city, further expanding my influence in the world of municipal governance.
My passion for public service is deeply rooted, and I am driven by a genuine desire to provide excellent service to my community. Each day, I strive to make a meaningful and positive impact on the lives of those I serve, ensuring that the values of integrity, accountability, and compassion remain at the core of my professional journey.
In every endeavor, I remain dedicated to the principles of good governance, transparency, and the betterment of our communities, making it my mission to ensure that local government operates at its finest.
Monica Kennedy
Director of Human Resources
Town of La Plata
Monica Kennedy has been in HR leadership roles for 25 years, including serving in the Marine Corps. Her experience spans both the private and public sectors. She is currently the Director of Human Resources for the Town of La Plata, Maryland and runs her own consulting business.
As a lifelong learner, she holds master’s degrees in human resources, business intelligence, and project management. She is currently working on her Doctorate in organizational leadership and development. She maintains senior certifications in HRCI, SHRM, and PSHRA. She is also a certified ADA Coordinator.
Monica frequently speaks at local and national ADA and Virginia and Maryland state conferences. In 2021, she wrote a featured article in the September issue of HR News.
She is an active member of the Southern Maryland SHRM chapter and the president-elect of the Patuxent River Basin PSHRA chapter. Monica volunteers with Hire Heroes, assisting service members as they transition into civilian roles.
When she’s not engaged in HR activities, Monica can be found at Walt Disney World or on a Disney cruise. She also participates in endurance running events, having completed six marathons and almost 50 half marathons.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 11/14/2024
Webinar: Proactive Knowledge Transfer for Organizational Success
Widespread employee turnover continues to sweep across the nation, putting public sector agencies at risk of losing irreplaceable knowledge. Maintaining your staff’s collective knowledge is crucial to running an efficient and effective agency. Often times, it is too late to capture this invaluable information when employees are about to retire, take on a new role, or leave the agency.
Organizations can no longer afford to be passive when it comes to preserving their most valuable asset - the well of institutional knowledge held by their workforce. It's time to take a proactive approach to knowledge capture and transfer through implementation of strategic initiatives in an effort to unlock the collective wisdom and ensure it doesn't walk out the door along with departing talent. PSHRA’s handpicked panel of knowledge transfer inquiring innovators have weathered the storms of organizational change.
Please join us on November 14 2024, at 1:00 pm ET to learn how they have tackled the “brain drain” challenge and walk away empowered to implement lasting solutions for your own organization.
Moderator: Kimberly Jeffers-Whitaker, PSHRA-SCP, Vice President of Human Resources, Emory Valley Center, Oak Ridge, TN
Panelists:
- Sherry Bratton, Director, Caroline County Government, Denton, MD
- Mikala Glanton, HRIS Division Supervisor, County of Cumberland, NC
- Robert J. Greene, Principal Consultant, Pontifex Consulting, Blaine, MN
Kimberly Jeffers-Whitaker, IPMA-SCP, aPHR,, CPA
Vice President of Human Resources
Emory Valley Center
Kim brings over 26 years of experience in state and local government and currently serves as the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management for Anderson County Government in East Tennessee. Her dual role in HR and risk management encompasses a wide range of responsibilities that demand strong leadership and independent judgment on complex, interpretive, and evaluative matters. As a dedicated and strategic business partner, Kim is dedicated to developing targeted initiatives and addressing people-related challenges. Her extensive HR background enables her to enhance employee relations and engagement while adding value to the organization.
Kim holds a Bachelor’s degree from Bellevue University and a Senior Professional Certification (SCP) in human resources from IPMA-HR, along with an Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) certification from HRCI. She is also a certified Public Administrator (CPA) through the University of Tennessee’s County Technical Assistance Services and has OSHA 10 certification, among other HR-related credentials. An active member of Human Resources and Risk Management organizations such as SHRM, HRCI, TnPrima, and PSHRA, Kim serves on the county’s Employee Insurance Board of Trustees and the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Advisory Board. Additionally, she contributes to the Public Service Human Resources Association through her participation in the 2022 Fellowship and Publishing Committees and the 2024 Publishing Committee.
Beyond her professional duties, Kim has devoted her life to community service and continues her commitment by volunteering for job preparation programs through junior achievement classes at local institutions and supporting local veteran programs.
In her free time, Kim enjoys spending moments with her four grandchildren, attending family gatherings, reading a book while cuddles up with her dog Beau, or relaxing at the lake and taking jeep rides with her husband, Allen.
Sherry A. Bratton
Director
Caroline County Office of Human Resources
Sherry A. Bratton holds a Master of Science in Management with a focus on Human Resource Management and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management, complemented by a minor in Accounting, from the University of Maryland – University College.
A lifelong resident of Caroline County, Maryland, Sherry has dedicated her career to serving the County Commissioners of Caroline County since January 1997. She began her journey in the Office of Finance, where she managed payroll and accounts payable. Her passion for human resources led her to transition to the Office of Human Resources, where she specialized in payroll, benefits, recruitment, and employee relations.
In September 2017, Sherry took on the role of Director of Human Resources. There, she began her extensive experience to oversee a variety of critical functions, including payroll, benefits, risk management, policy development, compliance, and personnel budgeting. Sherry’s deep-rooted experience in both finance and human resources provides her with a heartfelt commitment to effective HR practices and organizational management, reflecting her dedication to supporting and enhancing her community.
Mikala Glanton, MAIO, SHRM-CP
HRIS Division Supervisor
Cumberland County
Mikala Glanton is the HRIS Division Supervisor for Cumberland County Government. He is a dedicated HR professional with nearly a decade of experience consulting in both the private and public sectors. He holds a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and the SHRM-CP, providing a formidable foundation in HR theory and practice.
Dr. Robert Greene
Consulting Principal
Pontifex Consulting
Bob is a Consulting Principal with Pontifex Consulting and faculty for DePaul U. in their MSHR and MBA programs. He has four decades of experience, has published four books and authored over 300 articles. He was a principal designer for the SPHR and PHR certifications for SHRM and the CCP and GRP certifications for World at Work. He was the first recipient of the Keystone Award for attaining the highest level of excellence. He holds the CCP, CBP, GRP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR and GPHR certifications.
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Webinar: A Year in Review - 2024
Consider the ongoing shift in the way public sector agencies approach hiring and retaining top talent, as more government entities shift to more skill-based hiring and in-person work while cutting degree requirements and trying to provide the flexibility that employees crave.
Public sector employees still very much value flexibility in terms of how, when and where they work, as a way to maintain a sense of work/life balance and overall well-being in the face of the personal and professional challenges they face every day — work-related stress, family and financial concerns, and an increasingly contentious political environment, just to name a few.
These are just some of the stories that PSHRA and Public Eye, PSHRA’s bimonthly digital publication, kept tabs on throughout 2024. Join us at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, when we will recap some of the biggest trends and developments that shaped public sector HR over the past 12 months.
Speakers:
- Mark McGraw, Editor-In-Chief, Public Eye
- Courtney Cangemi, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, PSHRA-SCP, Director of Human Resources, City of Gallatin, TN
- Stephen F. Kilo, Director of Human Resources, City of Strongsville, Ohio
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Mark McGraw
Editor-In-Chief, Public Eye
Public Sector HR Association
Mark McGraw has been a writer and journalist for more than 25 years, with more than two decades’ worth of experience covering HRand the workplace.
Courtney Cangemi, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, PSHRA-SCP
Director of Human Resources
City of Gallatin, TN
Originally hailing from Eastern PA and currently residing outside of Nashville, TN, Courtney has spent much of the last decade in public sector HR management in 2 different states. Her passion is the intersection of people and technology, focusing on process improvement, servant leadership, and “working smarter.” Her current role as the HR Director for the City of Gallatin allows her to serve the employees and managers that serve the citizens of “Gracious, Growing Gallatin,” with the emphasis on service which is part of her personal mission. Another focus of her personal mission is to shed light on the value of neurodiversity and neurodiverse individuals in the workplace.
Steve Kilo
Director of Human Resources
City of Strongsville, Ohio
Professional Public Service Summary
Lifelong public servant with over 34 years of experience in municipal government. A passion for continuous learning and making positive, creative, and impactful improvements that benefit the public as a whole. Understand the importance of collaborative and team - oriented approach needed for success in the public arena with emphasis on building lasting partnerships that create a win – win environment for all.
Public Service Professional Work Experience
City of Strongsville, Ohio: December of 1997 – Current
Director of Human Resources since January, 2011: Strategic partner of a progressive Northeast Ohio Suburb of Cleveland. City of approximately 47,000 residents; Aaa rated community that is one of only 16 communities in the State of Ohio. Strongsville operates as a Mayor/Council form of Government. The Human Resource Director position oversees all benefit plans including broker oversight; all wellness initiatives; contract negotiations of seven labor union contracts; manages all compliance related matters (including: ADA, FMLA, EEOC); compensation and position classification; recruitment; retention; DEIA efforts; leadership development and succession planning.
Prior to 2011: City of Strongsville Recreation Department – Director 2004-2010; Asst. Director 2000-2004; Recreation Supervisor 1997-1999.
City of Brook Park, Ohio: July 1991 – December 1997
Deputy Director of Recreation
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Education from Bowling Green State University, Concentration - Sport Management – 1988
Juris Doctorate (JD) from Cleveland Marshall College of Law – 2001
Admitted to Practice Law in the State of Ohio 2002