Leadership for the Government Supervisor

Successful government supervisors will be individuals who can embrace and implement transformation and build cross-functional interagency relationships. Leadership for the Government Supervisor challenges participants to supervise across generations, collaboratively solve problems, resolve conflict, foster a service culture mindset, and motivate individuals to engage in organizational change efforts. The program also addresses their role in key challenges such as workforce development and succession planning.

Cohort classes of no more than 25 participants create an opportunity to develop relationships, building networks that pave the way for collaboration beyond the scope of this experience.

Leadership for the Government Supervisor is a certificate program for supervisors in city, county, state and federal government with responsibility for staff, programs, and projects. Participants represent the business and program branches of agencies or departments as well as the information technology programs.

Leadership for the Government Supervisor is a forward-thinking departure from traditional “day in a desk” training. Using individual development plans, group discussions, expert speakers, and case studies, the classroom becomes an experiential laboratory in which participants address real-world problems with realistic solutions. Leadership for the Government Supervisor consists of eight required courses for a total of 5.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Distinguished public and private sector managers and supervisors make a significant contribution to the program by discussing their challenges and best practices.

(8 courses, 5.60 CEUs required)

Graduates of the Leadership for the Government Supervisor Program are well-positioned to advance in their careers and take on greater responsibility within California state government. They gain the skills to lead engaged teams, manage performance, and support organizational change, often serving as strong candidates for management-level roles or expanded supervisory assignments.

The $3,329 program fee includes

There are no provisions for auditing this program at this time.

Spring 27 – Cohort 30: Coming Soon!

Fall 26 – Cohort 29: In Progress

Upon acceptance to Leadership for the Government Supervisor, participants are required to complete the Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI), which is based on The Leadership Challenge authored by Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner. Throughout the program, participants are evaluated through class discussions, experiential exercises, and overall participation. Participants are expected to complete an action item worksheet and reflect on the LGS experience at the end of the program.

Step 1: Receive approval from your department or agency sponsor (if applicable)

Step 2: Complete and submit the application (please note that all government agencies are required to include their Organization Code.)

Step 3: Complete the Registration Form including the method of payment (please note that you may need your Interagency Agreement number or purchase order number.)

The College of Continuing Education wishes to thank the dedicated public servants who invest their time and energy to ensure the professional merit and applicability of this program.

David A. Gilb
Director, Department of Personnel Administration (Retired September 2009)

J. Clark Kelso
Federal Receiver, California Prison Healthcare Receivership

William C. Bush
Director, California Department of General Services (Retired October 2009)

The LGS program is a fantastic learning and growth opportunity for any supervisor. The curriculum provides students with a leadership ‘methodology toolbox’ to achieve more effective change management, workforce retention, and decision making, just to name a few. Most importantly, I learned about emotional intelligence, both mine and others’, and why that is important for effective leadership. This program gave me the tools I needed to be a more effective leader and helped me avoid common pitfalls as a new supervisor. — Dave Luiz, Department of Water Resources

I have taken various leadership classes throughout my working career in the military, Federal Civil Service, and I can testify that this LGS class is one of the top 3 classes involving leadership that I have taken.  I would suggest that this LGS class be made mandatory for all supervisors in state service.  This class would improve the performance of all supervisors and benefit every State agency. — Morris Taylor, Department of General Services

 I truly enjoyed the course materials and the class dynamic.  The concepts taught would be highly beneficial to any first-time supervisor or upper-level manager.  I look forward to utilizing the skills I’ve learned in this course throughout my supervisory career. — Phoenix Vigil, Office of Administrative Hearings

The LGS program is an excellent program, the instructors are well prepared, materials were appropriate, and the pace was good.  I strongly recommend that all supervisors and managers take this program to learn the tools needed to become better leaders in the workplace. — Griselda Ballesteros, Department of Fair Housing and Employment

 This class has been thought-provoking and has challenged my professional motivation. It’s given me many tools that I can use and want to share with my employees. — Kellie Gillman, Department of Developmental Services