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The Essential ACAO Development Series Session 1: Is ACAO Your Next Step?
The Essential ACAO Development Series Session 1: Is ACAO Your Next Step?
January 16, 2025 | 1:00 PM Eastern Time
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The job of an assistant chief administrative officer (ACAO) is complex, requiring the right mix of tactical and leadership skills. This dynamic position involves wearing many hats and is often considered the step before becoming a CAO. ICMA’s ACAO Committee introduces a collection of online seminars to provide pro tips for this role – no matter what your career stage.
Session 1, Is ACAO your Next Step?, is designed for Department Heads, Assistants to the City Manager, and others that are interested in moving into the ACAO role. In this session, you'll join several ACAO Committee members as they discuss their own paths to the position and provide helpful advice for those with similar career goals. They will cover:
- Important things to know about the position
- Career advice on preparing for the role
- What to expect during the interview process
- How to navigate the new political challenges that come with the position
Presenters:
- Marty Hughes, Assistant City Manager, City of Kennesaw, GA
- Alex Lopez, Assistant City Manager, City of San Antonio, TX
- Doug Matthews, Assistant City Manager, City of Grand Rapids, MI
To register for the entire Essential ACAO Development Series, please visit this page.
PRACTICE AREAS: [5] Personal Resiliency and Development, [6] Strategic Leadership, and [13] Human Resources Management and Workforce Engagement
TOPICS: Next Generation of Managers, Leadership, Human Resources, and Succession Planning / Talent Management
JOB TITLES: Department Head, Mid-Management and Entry-Level Staff, and Student and Intern
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