Supervisors set the tone for the team. Getting it right involves self-awareness, discipline, and training. But who has time to focus on personal growth when faced with the day-to-day challenges that come with the local government profession? Enter the newly reimagined Effective Supervisory Practices Training Series. Based on the new 6th edition of ICMA’s bestselling Effective Supervisory Practices book, (print and digital) this six-part...

In order for customer experience (CX) efforts to be successful, they need support and buy-in from all levels of your organization. From the individual contributor all the way up to leadership, without an agency-wide commitment to CX, your programs are bound to fail. On this month’s CX Community of Practice virtual networking event, we will speak with experts about how to garner support from your peers and leadership for CX efforts. Join...

An Overview of How Federal Benefits are Taxed FERS Annuity CSRS Annuity TSP Withdrawals from both Traditional and Roth TSP accounts Survivor Benefits Ed reviews how the IRS treats each of these items for Federal Employees. Other Taxation Topics to Consider The taxation of Social Security Benefits, how much the state you live in impacts your net amount of income, and which states have the highest and lowest property tax rates. The 2017 Tax Law...

As local public infrastructures become increasingly digital and "smart", protecting these systems poses a new security challenge. Depending on whether these programs are run by local government or outsourced to corporate entities, there may be varying levels of existing security protocols – and varying amounts of investment available. But the stakes are higher than ever: Once a town or city digitizes its public environment, every residen...

Have you always wanted data prep to be easier or wondered how to keep your data fresh in Tableau? Whether a newbie, an expert or just curious about learning more about Tableau Prep, this webinar is for you! Clean up dirty data and get to analysis faster. Attendees of this webinar will learn how to: Redefine the data prep experience: Direct, visual experience gives a deeper understanding of data See the impact of every data change: When you ma...

In an era where environmental sustainability and resource management are paramount, this webinar presents a forward-thinking approach to stormwater management through the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Aimed at empowering local government officials and environmental professionals, the webinar delves into the intricacies of utilizing GIS for managing green infrastructure and reclaimed water assets. The session is designed to illum...

Join us as industry experts delve into cost-saving measures that federal agencies can implement to maximize time, budget and efficiencies. In this session, we will highlight: Understanding the current cost-saving landscape for federal agencies in 2024. Practical strategies for identifying and eliminating inefficiencies within risk and security teams. Exploring the role of technology in driving cost savings and efficiencies. Real-world case stu...

Discover how Splunk empowers organizations to enhance resilience. Join us to: Learn about our secure and compliant Cloud FedRamp solutions tailored to government agencies Gain insights into the responsibilities and capabilities of administrators within Splunk's Cloud environment Explore the advantages of utilizing Splunk Cloud, including increased security and reliability Understand best practices for migrating to Splunk Cloud and optimiz...

Anjuna and Carahsoft are excited to invite you to join us subsequent to SOF Week 2024 to explore how your team can innovate, adapt, and collaborate in service of your mission goals by utilizing emerging technologies. Come join Anjuna and learn how they can provide high value security with minimum complexity. In the complex world of data protection, Anjuna makes it simple and protects all three types of data protection to ensure code and data...

Government agencies increasingly recognize the significance of their employer brand and its profound influence on their hiring tactics and retention rates. When job seekers are considering potential employers, employer branding becomes a pivotal factor in their decision-making process—75% of job seekers thoroughly assess an organization's employer brand before contemplating applying, underscoring the importance for companies to actively...