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Resolving Public Disputes: Workshop I

Workshop I: Conflict Assessment and Negotiation Skills

This workshop is part one of a three-course sequence to improve individual negotiation skills and responses to conflict, as well as strengthening group facilitation, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. Participants can take any of the three workshops; there are no...

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Orientation for New Clerks of Superior Court

This program provides orientation for newly elected clerks of Superior Court, with emphasis on their roles as managers, supervisors, leaders, financial investors, and judicial officials. Topics include an overview of clerks' duties; preparing for the first day; the Conference of Clerks of Superior Court; technology services; the AOC help desk;...

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Winning Strategies for Expanding N.C.’s Tightening Labor Market

Winning Strategies for Expanding N.C.’s Tightening Labor Market

Winning Strategies for Expanding N.C.’s Tightening Labor Market

Click HERE to watch the recordings from the livestream of the event.

Our state’s labor market is growing increasingly tight. North Carolina employers are eager to expand the pool of available and qualified potential employees, and workforce development agencies are seeking creative ways to bring more people into the workforce and assist...

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This module addresses the authority for local historic preservation regulations. Viewers will learn about the roles and responsibilities of preservation commissions, designation of local historic districts and landmarks, and the process and standards for

Preservation Commissions and Certificates of Appropriateness

Preservation Commissions and Certificates of Appropriateness

This module addresses the authority for local historic preservation regulations. Viewers will learn about the roles and responsibilities of preservation commissions, designation of local historic districts and landmarks, and the process and standards for granting certificates of appropriateness.

You can also purchase yearly access to the...

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John Rubin

Advanced Appellate Advocacy

Advanced Appellate Advocacy

Advanced Appellate Advocacy is an advanced writing workshop for attorneys on the appellate appointment list maintained by the Office of the Appellate Defender. Using their own cases, participants will receive instruction on and will write a persuasive statement of facts and an effective legal argument in their own cases.

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Landlord-Tenant Law for Magistrates

This 18-hour online seminar is designed for all small claims magistrates, including those who are new to holding small claims court. The sessions will consist of lecture accompanied by a variety of interactive exercises, and students will need uninterrupted online access during each session. Content will include all aspects of summary ejectment...

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Harness the Power of Public Participation

Harness the Power of Public Participation

This course will take place online via Zoom from 9:00 am–4:00 pm. There will be fun pre-work assignments required for this class.

In working with the public, do you ever wonder how to move from mere participation to genuine engagement?

If you are a local government professional or elected leader who seeks to better understand your...

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Advanced Criminal Procedure for Magistrates

Advanced Criminal Procedure for Magistrates

This course is designed for experienced magistrates. This course helps magistrates improve their performance with important criminal procedure tasks such as determining probable cause, selecting process, conducting initial appearances, and setting bonds.

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Conducting an Evidentiary Hearing

Conducting an Evidentiary Hearing

Conducting an Evidentiary Hearing

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Correctional Facilities Tour—West

This program is designed to give court officials a better understanding of how their judgments are administered by the Division of Adult Correction. Participants tour correctional facilities in western North Carolina gaining a firsthand view of the typical places to which they sentence criminal defendants. Each stop includes time for relevant...

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Family Law for Judges

Family Law for Judges

These two courses are offered by the North Carolina Judicial College. They are intended for District Court Judges who are relatively new to domestic relations court, and who do not have substantial experience with family law matters. The objective of these classes is to allow participants to learn about the law...

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Local Government Fundamentals

This online program will cover fundamental aspects of local government in North Carolina, including

the legal structure of cities and counties,the general ordinance power of cities and counties,open meetings and public records,the budgeting process,local government contracting, andconflicts of interest.

This class is designed for local...

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Community College Law

Community College Law

Overview of legal issues facing community college administrators.

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Emotional Intelligence: Leadership's Super Power

Emotional Intelligence: Leadership's Super Power

This course will run from 9am–4pm via Zoom. There will be a break at 12pm for lunch and smaller breaks throughout the day.

Did you know that emotional intelligence is a better predictor of workplace effectiveness than IQ? And it's up to five times as important when you compare people within the same career? When you think about what...

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Special Use Permits

Special Use Permits

Special Use Permits

This module examines what a special use permit is and how it is different from other types of development review. Viewers will also learn about the standards that are used to determine if a special use permit should be approved or denied. The module then reviews the type of evidence needed to decide a special use permit application and...

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Land Use Top 10: An Overview of Planning and Development Regulation in North Carolina

Should we approve that new residential development? Can the asphalt plant really go there? How can we make it easier for good development to proceed? Communities face these challenging questions everyday, and the answers have direct impacts on citizens, economic development, and community quality of life. This session, the Land Use Top 10, will...

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Leading for Results - LGFCU Fellows

Leading for Results - LGFCU Fellows

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Engaging Women of Color: Caring for Ourselves and Our Communities

Engaging Women of Color returns with a new one-day conference for women of color working in the public sector. The workshop is designed to provide a space for women of color to learn together and connect with each other. This year’s sessions will support women of color seeking to clarify their goals, enhance their skills, and learn strategies...

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Short-Term Rental Workshop

How do recent court opinions affect local governments’ authority to regulate short-term rentals (STRs)? What role do STRs play in the affordable housing crisis? Are municipalities required to grandfather existing STRs? The answer to these questions and more will be explored as we take a close look at the increasingly controversial topic of...

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Better Negotiation and Problem Solving: Understanding Positions and Interests

Better Negotiation and Problem Solving: Understanding Positions and Interests

Better Negotiation and Problem Solving: Understanding Positions and Interests

This 17-minute, self-paced module addresses how to move beyond offer-counteroffer negotiation to focus on underlying interests. Interests are the foundation for particular offers or demands. Focusing on interests will improve your negotiation skills. Local government and community scenarios illustrate the technique of separating positions from...

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