SACRAMENTO VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

What it is

Local governments in the Greater Sacramento area are offering a leadership academy for emerging leaders. The leadership academy will begin in November 2019, meeting on the fourth Friday of each month for 8 months, ending in June 2020. The target audience is Division Managers, Assistant Department heads, mid-managers, and other emerging leaders. 

How it works

curriculum

The curriculum consists of in-class presentations by City/County Managers, critiques of case studies, one-to-one coaching, group activities, action-planning and a team project.

class topics

Leadership Competencies & Strengths
Effective Communication & Storytelling
Values & Ethics
Creative Thinking & Leading Change
Political Astuteness
Resiliency & Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Courage & Vulnerability
Trust
Risk Taking & Leading in Tough Times
Community Engagement
​Talent Development & Coaching
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Goals of the Leadership Academy

  • Create a cost-effective talent development program for the participating agencies that is delivered locally
  • Enhance the leadership skills of the participants
  • Assist the participating local governments in their succession planning efforts
  • Offer employees positive development opportunities and motivating experiences

join us

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

Speak with your supervisor or HR representative if you are interested in participating in 2020-2021.