Programs for Public Office Holders
A variety of professional development programs have
been established to serve the development needs of elected and appointed
officials in government. These programs, some of which have been sponsored
by the School and its predecessor for over 30 years, include conferences
for state legislators as well as programs for city and county officials.
Periodic programs include:
Biennial Legislative Communication Conference
The Legislative Communication conference, sponsored jointly by the LBJ School of Public Affairs and Strategic Partnerships, Inc. is a biennial event. The Pre-Session Legislative Conference is designed to help agency heads, board members, and other senior state officials prepare for the upcoming session of the Texas Legislature.
County Auditors' Institute
The Institute, now in its 49th year, is co-sponsored with the Texas Association of County Auditors. The Institute brings together auditors from most Texas counties and acquaints them with topics relevant to their jobs. General sessions and workshops are presented by auditors and experienced professionals from related fields.
New County Auditors Training
This seminar offers courses for newly elected auditors and those who want a refresher course. Not only is instruction offered by seasoned auditors and other experienced professionals who are important to the auditing process, but it is also a valuable opportunity for networking and introduction to statewide resources for auditors.
Seminar for Newly Elected County Judges and County Commissioners
This seminar is co-sponsored with the Texas Association of Counties and provides
these officials with an in-depth orientation on their roles and responsibilities
within the overall structure of Texas county government. The three-day
course covers technical topics such as county finance, budgeting, and
legal services as well as the statutory requirements governing their offices.
