American Public University System (APUS) recently announced that four master’s-level students and alumni of American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) have been named Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF) Finalists for the Class of 2021.
The pandemic has had major short- and long-term consequences for local towns. Listen to a town manager share his strategies about maintaining trust and keeping citizens informed.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a cascade of new challenges for public service leaders. In this episode, learn from the town manager of Vienna, Virginia about how he’s made adjustments to the strategic plan for the town.
As older officers retire, millennials and post-millennials are needed to fill their positions. However, these younger generations are not as attracted to law enforcement. Learn how agencies must adapt recruiting and hiring efforts, leadership styles, and policies.
By Doug Bruce
There is still a lot of uncertainty around the 2020 presidential election. In light of potential social unrest, business continuity must be a high priority for every business leader. Here are tips to help ensure organizations, and its employees, are prepared for any event.
More than ever, officers must address mental health issues during their career and into retirement. In this episode, Wendy Hummell, a 24-year career officer and law enforcement spouse, talks about developing a robust peer support program and its role in building resilient law enforcement families. Also learn about other stress management tools including tactical breathing, yoga, mindfulness training, and more.
By Matthew Eldridge
How can agencies better prepare officers for emotionally challenging work? Learn how soft skills training, especially on emotional intelligence, can benefit officers and agencies alike.
By Dr. Nicole Cain
Officers are quitting and few people are applying to take their place. While it’s not a new phenomenon, it is exacerbated by the current climate. Learn the reasons behind staffing shortages in law enforcement agencies and what actions leaders can take to improve recruitment.