Fee: $385 (city will be invoiced after orientation)**NOTE: This program includes a one-hour virtual orientation and three, in-person classroom days. You may only see the classroom dates in K@TE. ** Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles. Topics include Communicating for Results, Managing Performance and Influencing People. This 14-hour program features:A work styles assessment with personalized management insights;Thought-provoking preparatory information;Virtual and classroom instruction;Engaging class activities and group discussion;Optional self-directed professional development opportunities.Program Format:Virtual orientation (1 hour)Three, in-person classroom days (12 hours, 4 hours/day)Prework (1 hour) For specific cohort dates and other information visit the website: https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/municipal-leadership-training

Fee: $385 (city will be invoiced after orientation)**NOTE: This program includes a one-hour virtual orientation and three, in-person classroom days. You may only see the classroom dates in K@TE. ** Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles. Topics include Communicating for Results, Managing Performance and Influencing People. This 14-hour program features:A work styles assessment with personalized management insights;Thought-provoking preparatory information;Virtual and classroom instruction;Engaging class activities and group discussion;Optional self-directed professional development opportunities.Program Format:Virtual orientation (1 hour)Three, in-person classroom days (12 hours, 4 hours/day)Prework (1 hour) For specific cohort dates and other information visit the website: https://www.mtas.tennessee.edu/municipal-leadership-training

Start small. Improve daily. See big results. Discover a simple, structured way to approach everyday challenges and improve municipal services—without big budgets or complex tools. This introductory session will show you how small, consistent steps can lead to major improvements in efficiency, customer satisfaction, and team engagement. Walk away with practical ideas you can apply immediately.

Unlock your potential to think boldly and solve problems more effectively. This fast-paced, practical session introduces the essentials of critical thinking—what it is, why it matters, and how it sharpens decision-making in municipal government. Participants will explore the real drivers of innovation, learn to spot the conditions that help new ideas take root, and walk away with tools to strengthen creativity and problem-solving across their departments. A great fit for anyone ready to elevate their impact and spark fresh thinking in their municipality.

Strengthen how you show up in everyday interactions—especially when the pressure is on. This practical session breaks down what civility really means in today’s workplace and why it matters for trust, communication, and teamwork. Participants will explore the four domains of emotional intelligence and learn how these skills bring character to life in daily interactions. Through real-world examples and guided practice, you’ll build the awareness and tools needed to stay composed, respond with intention, and communicate with professionalism and respect.

Congratulations! You’ve been promoted into your first leadership position. One of the biggest challenges for new leaders is managing the transition from peer to leader and effectively supervising friends and former team members. This session will present some approaches to make the shift from peer to leader easier.

This class focuses on the basics of human resources and payroll administration, accounting for payroll transactions, and relevant legal issues. Issues and considerations that every municipal finance officer should consider regarding pension and benefits administration are presented.

This class focuses on the basics of human resources and payroll administration, accounting for payroll transactions, and relevant legal issues. Issues and considerations that every municipal finance officer should consider regarding pension and benefits administration are presented.

This class focuses on the basics of human resources and payroll administration, accounting for payroll transactions, and relevant legal issues. Issues and considerations that every municipal finance officer should consider regarding pension and benefits administration are presented.

This class focuses on the basics of human resources and payroll administration, accounting for payroll transactions, and relevant legal issues. Issues and considerations that every municipal finance officer should consider regarding pension and benefits administration are presented.