In an age when government IT departments are asked to do more in less time with fewer resources, it's important for managers of government offices at all levels to gauge the effectiveness of their digital workforce. Are their employees engaged and challenged? Are they satisfied with their efforts and with the support they receive from department managers?
These are important considerations in ensuring that your digital workforce is primed to meet present-day demands, and future challenges. Government leaders have to recognize that older employees are retiring, and younger ones are choosing the private sector over public service. This makes it essential for IT managers in government to create a work environment that is thriving and that attracts and retains the best digital workers. It means creating a culture that makes innovation a high priority, along with offering a flexible work model that mirrors today's private-industry workforce. It also means offering the right training and career development to encourage employees to stay, and to grow in their jobs.
Modernization is key in attracting qualified employees, and giving them the tools and resources they need to thrive. With the recruitment landscape changing and workers opting for earlier retirement or alternative work options, it's important for government IT managers to make working in public service at the state or local level more attractive and inviting. The bottom line: Create a work environment where employees feel valued, challenged, and where they'll want to spend their professional careers.
With deep experience in the government space, GovNet can work with IT managers and with all departments to design programs and institute processes that empower employees, and to promote ways to meet the challenges of today's government workforce. Request a consultation.