Definition:

“Staff Development” is defined as training/development opportunities that help employees to develop skills related to their current job duties, and to enhance career development.

Importance:

Training is an essential component of the work of state government.  The capability of the state’s workforce must be fully developed to carry out the state’s mission and the missions of the various agencies of state government.  Staff must be equipped with continuously updated skills to operate efficiently and effectively in an environment of rapid change.  Investing in the state’s employees pays off in the long run in a skilled, knowledge-based workforce which serves the citizens of Wisconsin.

Models:

Career Development Programs:

The Department of Health and Family Services believes in focusing on career security for employees.  For additional information, contact Linda Heisler, e-mail HeisLLK@dhfs.state.wi.us

Implementing an Employee Training & Development Program

Job Rotation

Mentoring

Needs Assessment

Performance Evaluation Review and Planning

Self-Assessment:

·         Province of Alberta, Canada

·         United States Department of Commerce

Staff Development Models:

·         State of New York:  Staff Development Strategies

·         Province of Alberta, Canada:  Learning & Development Planning Guide

·         United States Office of Personnel Management:  Individual Learning

Resources:

·         Agency Training/Development and/or Human Resources offices can help pinpoint training opportunities available to staff.

·         The Wisconsin State Training Council is an association of training directors/contacts representing all agencies.

·         Wisconsin Workforce Planning

·         Wisconsin Office of State Employment Relations