State & Local Government

GovtJobs SmartBrief

State and local government jobs news

GovtJobs SmartBrief

Published in partnership with: Govtjobs.com

Why job seekers must be prepared to wear many hats

6/13/2013

  • Forbes

The ability to play many roles will help job seekers find and keep a job, notes writer Rahul Mistry. Employers are asking workers to wear many hats and Mistry suggests candidates use online-learning t… Read More

ICMA SmartBrief

News for local government professionals

ICMA SmartBrief

Published in partnership with: International City/County Management Association

Mass. mayor says school deficit must be filled to avoid tax increase

6/17/2013

  • SouthCoastToday.com (New Bedford, Mass.) (tiered subscription model)

New Bedford, Mass., Mayor Jon Mitchell is urging the City Council to approve a $3.5 million transfer to schools to avoid triggering a 3.9% increase in the property-tax rate. The transfer, which would … Read More

Public Safety SmartBrief

News for emergency communications and response professionals

Public Safety SmartBrief

Published in partnership with: National Emergency Number Association

People expect 9-1-1 centers to accept texts, but many do not

6/11/2013

  • DFW.com (Fort Worth, Texas)

Survey data show many people believe 9-1-1 call centers can accept text messages for help, but most do not have that technology. NENA Vice President Christy Williams said 9-1-1 texting can be a life-s… Read More