What Type Of Person Thrives In The Government Industry, According To A Budget Supervisor At L.A. County
Godfrey, a Budget Supervisor at L.A. County Child Support Services, highlights that success in this public service field requires "strong analytical and leadership skills," effective communication, and a commitment to continuous learning and community engagement. The most successful individuals are also politically aware, adaptable to change, and driven to improve services for L.A. County constituents.
Public Service, Analytical Skills, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Political Awareness
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Job Title
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Godfrey Gozos
Budget Supervisor
L.A. County Child Support Services Dept.
University of California - Irvine
Master's of Public Administration at USC
Economics
Government & Public Sector
Finance
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Dedication to public service is essential
2. Strong analytical and leadership skills, as well as effective communication, are vital
3. A continuous learning mindset and engagement with stakeholders to improve community services are crucial
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
Individuals who thrive in this industry are often dedicated to public service, possess strong analytical and leadership skills, and are effective communicators. They are usually people who are always in a learning phase, never stopping to engage with stakeholders to see how they can better serve the community.
Working in government, we are serving the public and our constituents. Those are the main goals for making LA County a better place. The people who thrive are those who show their willingness and drive to help out with LA County.
They also demonstrate awareness of today's political landscape, being very open to change and observing how our services affect the community. This allows them to find ways to improve things for the constituents of LA County.