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Doubletree North Austin Hotel

6506 North IH-35

Austin, Texas

(512) 454-3737

Educational Co-Sponsor: Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin

Online registration is no longer available; however, you will be able to register onsite.

Overview

The 2010 County Management Institute equips county officials, managers and employees with essential management training to meet the changes and significant challenges facing county government. The conference focuses on improving communication, technology, customer service and leadership skills.  

Beyond the general sessions you may choose from the following tracks:

• Human Resources Track

Timely topics include The Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family Medical and Military Leave Acts, preparing job descriptions and conducting performance evaluations.

• County Engineers and Road Administrators

Road maintenance experts discuss Texas highway crash and fatality statistics and the importance of safe county roads.

• Risk Management

This track features county risk management issues promoting a safe work environment and addressing common causes of accidents and claims.

• General Management

This track demonstrates methods for resolving conflicts and highlights the four key values for successful management: ethics, professionalism, character and interpersonal communication skills.

Expert Speakers

Craig Price helps people learn how to find the value in negative thoughts and emotions. His funny straightforward approach to everyday situations and experiences gives audiences proof that their options are not limited. Examining self–doubt and cynicism, he demonstrates that understanding how you think is more important than what you think.

As a keynote speaker, advisor and entertainer, Craig has worked with diverse corporate leaders, from multibillion-dollar manufacturers to top universities.  He has a background in customer service, entertainment, telecommunications, and safety.  A former professional stand-up comedian, Craig won the coveted title of “Houston’s Funniest Person.”

Mac McGuire is always a favorite speaker at the County Management Institute. Dr. McGuire is a highly energetic and positive motivational speaker. He brings sound advice and a common sense approach to any problem. He possesses great people skills and is a consensus builder as well as a team builder.

Dr. McGuire is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor in Temple in the MBA Program where he teaches leadership, strategic planning, and change management. He also teaches for the Professional Development Center at the University of Texas and often serves as a guest lecturer in the areas of leadership, strategic planning, and organizational improvements at the University of Texas.

Learning Outcomes

• Attendees of the conference will:
• Understand the total cost of risk;
• Be aware of better approaches to resolving disagreements constructively;
• Discover what employees and other managers expect of you;
• Realize what really motivates employees;
• Understand the basic requirements of the Texas Workers Compensation Act for reporting claims, investigating claims and determining entitlement;
• Learn the importance of safe county roads;
• And much more.

Who Should Attend?

TAC’s County Management Institute specializes in finding speakers and topics that will engage county officials and employees, including:

• Elected and appointed officials;
• Chief Deputies, jail administrators and supervisors;
• Department heads and managers;
• Risk managers, loss control coordinators and committee members;
• Personnel directors, human resource officers and employee benefits administrators; and
• County engineers and road administrators

Sponsorship Information
See more information about sponsorship opportunities or contact Alice Kanelos at (800) 456-5974.