TTC

Virtual Academy

This 9 hour session is spread over 3 days during the mornings of January 13, 20, and 27. Attendance all three mornings and participation in a one-hour small group exercise during the week between the 2nd and 3rd class is required to receive credit. Zoom video ability and a location free from distraction or interruption is required.

#102: Municipal Clerk Profession

History of the Municipal Clerk profession; elements of professionalism; inter-related clerk roles and functions; clerk terminology and functions; training and information on the intricate details of the responsibilities of the clerk office; focus on subjects such as record keeping, contracts, research methods, information and training of proper procedures for conducting public meetings in compliance with parliamentary procedures; the Brown Act and other legal requirements; organizational rules and procedures.

#103: Management Skills

History of organizations; models of contemporary organization; principles and practices of organizing; organization structure, function, and operation; theories and models of management and administration; management and leadership styles; managing personnel and/or financial resources; policy making and implementation in organizations; organizational development and change.

#106: Ethics and Personal Values

Ethics, morals and values; beliefs and behavior; personal ethics as a public official and manager; building trust in government; ethical problems facing municipal clerks; legal guides to ethical behavior; sexual harassment law and behavior; practical solutions for ethical challenges.

See the registration form and additional details of the training for more information. Contact Institute Director Maureen Kane with questions [email protected].