Upcoming Classes
Developing Individuals
How & Why I-Engage: Enhancing your Success
How & Why I-Engage: Enhancing your Success
In this two-part E-Learning series, we will discuss HOW to heighten your commitment to your work, peers, and mission from one’s individual scope. I-Engage will explore the importance of maintaining a growth mindset to enable the delivery of excellence by discovering the best version of yourself. It is through the WHY that one discovers their personal meaning and purpose in what they do. These sessions will help you to explore what engagement looks and feels like, then introduce strategies to position yourself for greater success.
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Leveraging Peer Coaching at Work
Leveraging Peer Coaching at Work
Part One of this micro-learning, will introduce you to the role of a coach and identify the benefits of peer coaching. Part Two of this micro-learning, will introduce you to the COACH model, a framework to use during your coaching session. You will also learn skills and tips for effectively implementing a coaching partnership at work.
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Staying Buoyant & Proactive During Times of Change
Staying Buoyant & Proactive During Times of Change
The Training & Education Center is pleased to offer Staying Buoyant & Proactive, a three-part series from Senior Trainer & Consultant, Ruth Kim.
In these sessions, Ruth provides helpful guidance on:Understanding Change, Staying Buoyant & Being Proactive During Times of Significant Change.
The current global impact of COVID-19 is establishing new norms in our professional and personal lives, which can cause stress and feelings of defeat. We are facing new challenges of epic proportions, yet here are daily tools to practice for improved self-care and empowerment.
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Basic Procurement Training – January 11
Basic Procurement Training – January 11
Basic Procurement Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to procurement. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County procurement policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited procurement experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Procurement Department, and the Board of Supervisors • Explain the Procurement Policy & Procedures • Learn the steps of the procurement process • Understand SLEB Subcontracting • Access the available tools and resources used in the procurement process • Understand Procurement Card Policy & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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LCW – Prevention and Control of Absenteeism and Abuse of Leave – January 18
LCW – Prevention and Control of Absenteeism and Abuse of Leave – January 18
Agencies face many challenges when presented with employee absenteeism and abuse of leave. Excessive absenteeism and abuse of leave privileges reduce productivity, interrupt schedules, undermine morale, and increase overtime costs. This workshop includes interactive case studies and strategies to help managers effectively navigate the legal minefield involving absenteeism and leaves.
Attendees will learn how to:
• Assess leaves and absenteeism problems;
• Understand the causes of excessive absenteeism;
• Establish criteria for acceptable absences;
• Recognize and address employee leave rights in responding to absenteeism;
• Understand management’s and employees’ legal rights; and
• Develop effective strategies for controlling excessive and/or abusive absenteeism.
Participants also receive a workbook containing supportive materials for implementing leave and absence procedures.
Who Should Attend?
Human Resources Professionals
Risk Managers
Supervisors
Managers
MCLE Credit
LCW is an approved provider for Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) Credit. Attorneys attending this course will receive 2.75 hours of MCLE credit. An MCLE sign-in sheet and certificate will be available at the workshop.
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
To register contact James.Oberst@acgov.org
LCW – Managing the Marginal Employee – February 2
LCW – Managing the Marginal Employee – February 2
This workshop is designed to train supervisors and managers on how to manage the employee who does the “bare minimum,” who “works the system,” or who “pushes the envelope.” The workshop will interactively address the following topics:
Characteristics of the Marginal Employee
– The Marginal Employee’s Impact on the Workforce
– Motivating the Marginal Employee
– Evaluating the Marginal Employee
– Disciplining the Marginal Employee
– The workshop will be presented with visual aids, case studies and videos.
Who Should Attend?
Supervisors and Managers
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
To register contact James.Oberst@acgov.org
Contract Management Training – February 8
Contract Management Training – February 8
ALCO Contract Management Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to Contract Management. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County Contract policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited contract experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Contracts • Explain Contract Management & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Basic Procurement Training – April 12
Basic Procurement Training – April 12
Basic Procurement Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to procurement. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County procurement policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited procurement experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Procurement Department, and the Board of Supervisors • Explain the Procurement Policy & Procedures • Learn the steps of the procurement process • Understand SLEB Subcontracting • Access the available tools and resources used in the procurement process • Understand Procurement Card Policy & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Contract Management Training – May 10
Contract Management Training – May 10
ALCO Contract Management Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to Contract Management. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County Contract policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited contract experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Contracts • Explain Contract Management & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Basic Procurement Training – July 12
Basic Procurement Training – July 12
Basic Procurement Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to procurement. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County procurement policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited procurement experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Procurement Department, and the Board of Supervisors • Explain the Procurement Policy & Procedures • Learn the steps of the procurement process • Understand SLEB Subcontracting • Access the available tools and resources used in the procurement process • Understand Procurement Card Policy & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Contract Management Training – August 9
Contract Management Training – August 9
ALCO Contract Management Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to Contract Management. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County Contract policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited contract experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Contracts • Explain Contract Management & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Basic Procurement Training – October 11
Basic Procurement Training – October 11
Basic Procurement Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to procurement. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County procurement policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited procurement experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Procurement Department, and the Board of Supervisors • Explain the Procurement Policy & Procedures • Learn the steps of the procurement process • Understand SLEB Subcontracting • Access the available tools and resources used in the procurement process • Understand Procurement Card Policy & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Contract Management Training – November 8
Contract Management Training – November 8
ALCO Contract Management Course Overview Description This course is for Alameda County staff who are new to Contract Management. Staff will receive an overview of Alameda County Contract policies, procedures and process. This is a four hour class is designed for staff with limited contract experience. Objectives • Describe ethics in relationship to the responsibilities of County staff • Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Client Department, Contracts • Explain Contract Management & Procedures
8:30 am – 12:30 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Managing within Disability Laws & Leaves – December 7
Managing within Disability Laws & Leaves – December 7
FOR ALAMEDA COUNTY MANAGERS AND SUPERVISORS ONLY There have been significant changes in disability related employment law over the past several years. Specifically, because more types of employee absences are protected by the recently amended Family Medical Leave Act, more employees are covered. Understanding and managing these laws and leaves is critical. This interactive workshop provides a comprehensive overview of Federal and State Disability laws and leave provisions, and related County policies and procedures. It will also provide you with a wealth of information on resources and how to manage a variety of disability leaves and provisions, including Family Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, Pregnancy Disability Leave, Maternity & Child Bonding Leave, and much more
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | County: No Fee | Public/ Non Profit: N/A
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Media & Software
ALCO Microsoft Excel Series Certificate
Upon completion of the Microsoft Excel Fundamentals, Intermediate and Advanced Training, participants will obtain a Certificate of Completion for the Training & Education Excel Series. Classes can also be completed as a stand-alone training.
ALCO Microsoft Word Series Certificate
Upon completion of the Word Fundamentals, Intermediate and Advanced Training, participants will obtain a Certificate of Completion for the Training & Education Microsoft Word Series). Classes can also be completed as a stand-alone training.