Government Jobs and COVID-19 Resources
Careers in Government has been committed to helping local government agencies find and match with local job seekers to create long lasting and fruitful employment relationships. As the employment landscape changes due to coronavirus (COVID-19) Careers in Government wants to continue to provide both employers and job seekers with news resources to help them make informed decisions in an ever-shifting job market.
Search for Jobs
Responding to Change
Articles for Employers
Creatively convening during COVID-19: It’s possible!
Many government agencies have transitioned to working from home and only see each other during virtual meetings.
Public Agencies and Getting Back to Open Public Meeting
Local governments should never get comfortable with or endorse any methods that lead to keeping the public at a distance.
Living & Leading in the Temporary: The Valley between Now and Tomorrow
‘Living in the temporary’ is neither a state of hope nor is it a state of despair. It is something else.
Understanding Your Needs
Careers In Government combines today’s powerful Internet search technology with a wealth of recruitment, selection and practical job information pertinent to the public sector. CIG staff understands the unique needs of government and public sector employers, and represents an economical method for employers to harness the powerful communication and interactive database search capabilities of the Internet. Neither employer nor job seeker should be forced to compromise their organizational or personal needs. Job search tailoring can help to ensure qualified candidates are suitably matched to agencies on the basis of many of the dimensions both employers and job seekers have identified as essential for success.
Articles for Job Seekers
7 Career Tips for the COVID Shutdown
Some states have also opened separate job seeker outreach programs and unemployment programs offering special Pandemic Unemployment Benefits.
Can COVID-19 Be Good for Your Career?
While I do very much look forward to the end of this pandemic, I have been able to identify a few ways COVID-19 can be positive for our career
Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Work
The coronavirus pandemic has transformed the way many of us live our daily lives, including where and how we work.
Finding Your Dream Job
Access to thousands of government and public sector job opportunities is provided to prospective candidates without charge. Agency profiles and links to employer home pages help candidates to further evaluate job listings selected on the basis of location, job classification, requirements, salary and other search criteria. Resume posting and forwarding features facilitate job seekers’ efforts to communicate with prospective employers and begin the application process.
COVID-19 Resources
PDFs
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CDC: Implementation of Mitigation Strategies for Communities with Local COVID-19 Transmission>>
The goals for using mitigation strategies in communities with local COVID-19 transmission are to slow the transmission of the disease.
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OSHA: Protecting Workers During a Pandemic>>
During a pandemic, transmission can be anticipated in the workplace not only from patients to workers in healthcare settings, but also among co-workers and between members of the general public and workers in other types of workplaces.
Videos
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Baker Tilly: Disrupted economic development>>
A webinar for public sector leaders in their effort to better navigate the current Coronavirus crisis. - Video
Preparing Local Government for COVID-19>>
In this webinar, presented live on March 12, learn what your city, county, or school should do to prepare for the coronavirus. - Video
CalGovHR Insights and Leadership Strategies>>
The latest COVID insights from leading HR executives in partnership with CalGovHR, a professional organization dedicated to the growth of public sector human resources professionals. - Video
COVID-19 Pandemic Response – Handling Potential Workplace exposure Issues>>
Boucher Labor Employment Law details the latest workplace issues and the COVID-19 impact. - Video
The New Reality of Virtual Bargaining & Mediation>>
CalGovHR and Boucher Law converse with industry thought leaders on the challenges facing
Links
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NCOA: Use these links to find up-to-date information on the coronavirus, including emergency protocols, coverage of testing and treatment, and how to connect with local officials.>>
Use these links to find up-to-date information on the coronavirus, including emergency protocols, coverage of testing and treatment, and how to connect with local officials.
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USA.GOV: Get information from federal agencies on how they’re responding to the coronavirus pandemic.>>
Get information from federal agencies on how they're responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Benefits.com: Coronavirus Resources>>
Benefits.gov (formerly GovBenefits.gov) was one of the earliest “E-Government” initiatives to launch in 2002 as part of the President’s Management Agenda
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NAM: COVID-19 State Resources>>
See up-to-date information on state and local declarations and their impact on manufacturing operations and facilities.
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CSG: COVID-19 Resources for State Leaders>>
The Council of State Governments is closely monitoring this rapidly changing situation to ensure the protection of you, our members and partners, as well as our commitment to maintain our continued dedication to championing excellence in the states.
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EPA: Water Utility Resources for the COVID-19 Pandemic>>
EPA supports preparedness planning across the drinking water and wastewater sector by providing resources and tools to states and utilities as they work to provide safe drinking water and wastewater treatment across the United States.
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National Governors Association: State-By-State Status Of COVID-19 In The United States>>
Current Information On The Status Of COVID-19 In The United States And Abroad, What Actions States/Territories Have Taken To Address It, And The Latest Efforts By The Federal Government.
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PoliceOne.com: Coronavirus Special Coverage>>
This pandemic provides an extraordinary opportunity to reshape law enforcement operations and relationships with communities
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Marketplace.City: COVID-19 Readiness Kit>>
In light of the COVID-19/Coronavirus epidemic, city leaders must respond by maintaining situational awareness, communicating with residents, and taking actions to limit the spread of the virus.
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ELGL: COVID-19 Coronavirus Resources>>
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