Courses

HR Essentials for Public Works

Bridge the HR gap—apply practical people-management tools for municipal leaders who don’t have a dedicated HR team to help solve real workplace challenges.
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What You’ll Learn

  • Understand foundational HR concepts and how they apply in a municipal setting 
  • Strengthen your workforce strategies 
  • Manage performance and deliver effective coaching and feedback 
  • Discover HR best practices and align with department and organizational goals  
  • Build a personalized action plan for talent and performance management 

Course Description

In today’s lean municipal environments, managers are often tasked with leading people without the support of a formal HR department. This course is designed to equip non-HR professionals with the essential knowledge and tools to manage their most valuable asset—people. 

Through interactive virtual sessions, curated content, and peer discussions, participants will explore the fundamentals of HR, including all aspects of workforce management, such as: recruitment do’s and don’ts, performance management tips, and effective coaching. The course culminates in a personalized action plan so  participants can lead with confidence and align HR practices with municipal standards and success. 

Course Details

This course is ideal for: 

  • Municipal managers without access to a dedicated HR department 
  • Supervisors and team leaders looking to improve their people management skills 
  • Professionals seeking a foundational understanding of HR functions 
  • Strategic Human Resources 
  • HR Foundations and Key Concepts 
  • Workforce Strategies:  
  • Recruitment & Selection  
  • Succession Management  
  • Performance Management 
  • Coaching and Feedback 
  • Internet-connected laptop or tablet for virtual sessions and online activities 
  • Access to the D2L learning management system (login credentials provided) 
  • Attendance in all virtual lessons is required for course completion 

Participants who attend all virtual lessons will receive a certificate of completion.  

Professional development credits may be available through OACETT, PEO PEAK, etc. Please contact them for details. 

Dina Barazza – is the President and Chief Learning Officer of The Talent Consortium, a consulting practice specializing in human resources. Her work includes business and HR coaching & consultation, leadership, and diversity programs.  

She draws on more than 30 years of experience in business, human resources, organizational effectiveness, learning & leadership, education, sales, business development, marketing, project management and not-for-profits, to achieve ethical business & people results. 

As a trailblazer in leadership, Dina is a professional & motivational speaker. She is an advocate and voice for all who wish to further develop themselves, while focusing her efforts on women, persons with disabilities, and young professionals. 

  • Interactive programming led by an experienced facilitator 
  • Networking with leaders from small municipalities 
  • Printable Participant Workbook for notes and reflection 
  • Curated content via D2L learning platform 
  • Action plan aligned with performance and personal development 

Question:
Do I need prior experience to take this course?

Answer:

No prior experience is required unless otherwise stated in the Requirements section. 

Question:
Will I receive a certificate?

Answer:

Yes, participants who complete all course components will receive a certificate of completion. 

Question:
Are virtual sessions recorded?

Answer:

Yes, virtual sessions are recorded and will be available for review until the end of the course. However, attendance is mandatory as virtual lessons are interactive and require participation.