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Public sector employees crave growth opportunities, yet local governments and utilities face record vacancies and high turnover. This creates a unique challenge, but one with a clear solution: investing in employee training and development. Here, Jennifer Teal explores the true value proposition of training programs and how they can be the secret weapon for attracting and retaining top talent.

Today, we honor Executive Vice President Melissa Levin for her remarkable 25-year tenure at Raftelis! Melissa’s financial expertise has been an invaluable asset to both our staff and clients, and we are fortunate to have her as part of our team. Thank you, Melissa! 

While often going unseen, infrastructure is the lifeblood of our communities, providing essential services and enabling growth. Yet, aging systems, evolving needs, and budget constraints create complex challenges. This is why good asset management practices significantly impact everyone’s quality of life today and in the future. Here, Raftelis Manager Scott Parker dives into how proper asset management can inform investment, maintenance, and operational decisions, ensuring a sustainable future for your community. #AssetManagement #Infrastructure

Our Principal Consultant, Samantha Villegas, APR, Fellow PRSA, is featured in Water Environment Federation's July issue of Water Environment & Technology (WE&T) magazine, discussing how utilities can effectively communicate with customers about new PFAS regulations.    Clear communication is key to building trust and ensuring public understanding as we navigate PFAS challenges and deliver safe drinking water.    Read the full article for insights on what to say and how to say it: https://lnkd.in/gaZravPh

💡Communications spotlight: With public trust wavering and misinformation swirling at times, how do you ensure your message cuts through the noise? Manager Gina DePinto, APR, part of our Strategic Communication Services group, tackles the toughest communication challenges facing local governments and utilities. #Communication #LocalGov #Utility

If you’re attending NACWA’s Utility Leadership Conference and 54th Annual meeting this week, keep an eye out for Joseph Crea, William Stannard, and John Mastracchio! We’re looking forward to hearing about what they learn while there.

Washington County, Oregon, is seeking a County Counsel to serve as a leader and advisor for the County. This position provides an outstanding opportunity to address the most complex legal challenges and novel cases, work closely with elected and appointed policy officials, and lead a team of dedicated professionals. The successful candidate is apolitical yet politically astute, with a strong history of developing effective relationships with elected officials and providing balanced and sound legal advice. Learn more about this position: https://hubs.la/Q02HCpTy0 #Jobs #Career #CareerOpportunity

⌛ There is less than two weeks left to register for the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) 2024 Executive Management Conference (EMC) at early-bird rates! Don't miss your chance and connect with #waterleaders nationwide, learn from industry experts, and delve into timely topics such as #resiliency and disaster planning, #data analysis, #digital #water solutions, and more in sunny Miami, FL, from October 20-23! Additionally, gain valuable insights from an executive panel, who will share their approaches to water #affordability, comprehensive evaluations of service affordability, and customer assistance programs. The panelists include: • Will Pickering, CEO, Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority; • Shannon L. Tivitt, Project Director, Louisville MSD; • Gregory Jenkins II, Assistant Director, Raleigh Water; and • Joseph Crea, Vice President, Raftelis (Facilitator). Secure your spot TODAY and book your stay at the Hyatt Regency Coral Gables HERE: https://bit.ly/4bGV2kx A special thanks to AMWA's sponsors: Xylem, Kennedy Jenks, CDM Smith, Black & Veatch, Raftelis, Arcadis, EMA, Inc., Carollo Engineers, STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, Garney Construction, Gulf Coast Water Authority, and Stantec for their #2024EMC support.

There’s still time to submit your application! The city of Loveland, Colorado, is seeking its next Economic Development Director to provide leadership and direction to the department’s integrated team of professionals. The Director retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides direction, growth, and development for direct and indirect reports, championing and embodying the City's mission, vision, values, and culture. The successful candidate is an accomplished leader who understands the broader vision, adeptly communicates it, and collaborates to shape the City's future. Learn more about this position here: https://hubs.la/Q02Hf6mq0 #Jobs #Career #CareerOpportunity

The deadline has been extended! Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority is searching for a collaborative leader to be its next Deputy Director of Water Production. The position is accountable for safeguarding the environment and public welfare by ensuring compliance with water quality requirements, permit parameters, and other federal, state, and local regulations. The next Deputy Director must be a hands-on, decisive leader with robust analytical, planning, and organizational abilities. Learn more about this position here: https://hubs.ly/Q02H4vJW0 #Jobs #Career #CareerOpportunity