Public works agencies nationwide are facing significant challenges, including rising vacancy rates, protracted hiring processes, and dwindling talent pipelines. However, two cities are demonstrating that impactful solutions can be achieved without waiting for sweeping policy changes.

Join Work for America, the American Public Works Association (APWA), and Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA) on Wednesday, May 13, from 12:00 to 12:45 PM ET to hear directly from public servants leading the way in innovative workforce strategies.

We’ll dive deeper into how the City of Baltimore's Department of General Services transformed its hiring process by implementing standing interview schedules, hosting single-day hiring events, and utilizing real-time accountability data to significantly reduce time-to-hire and improve vacancy rates. We’ll also explore how the City of Columbus’s Department of Public Service developed a pioneering talent pipeline through a unique partnership with the Ohio Reformatory for Women, effectively connecting job-ready candidates to careers in public works while establishing a framework for long-term retention and career advancement.

This webinar is ideal for leaders in public works agencies, HR professionals in the public sector, and anyone seeking proven strategies to enhance their workforce.