workforce

Public sector work equals high job satisfaction

A new workforce survey reveals what employees love about the public sector, and what’s driving them away.

  • By Molly Bolan

The worker shortage is real. Could tech help governors close gaps?

Business leaders pointed to high-tech job training and tools like artificial intelligence as possible solutions to the historic shortage of workers.

  • By Kery Murakami

How one state is trying to prevent a cybersecurity workforce shortage

They’re moving ahead with a set of new programs and working closely with colleges and universities to get more people into a field where jobs can be tough to fill.

  • By Bill Lucia

Cities and towns embrace 'summer Fridays' for their workers

The trend towards more flexible and shorter work weeks in the summer months comes amid tight competition for public sector talent. "We’re seeing a strong push for quality-of-life enhancements," says one town administrator.

  • By Daniela Altimari

What’s next for the state and local government workforce

Learn how agencies can revitalize the work environment to become an employer of choice at Route Fifty's free virtual State of the SLG Workforce summit.

  • By Alisha Powell Gillis

The benefits of digital payments automation for local government

Digital billing can improve collection efficiencies, reduce call volumes and save organizational costs and resources.

  • By Patty Melton