Library
ILG Courses - Available on DVD
ILG has a number of courses now available on DVD recorded during each course. These DVDs are available upon request to help you complete your ILG credits. Call the ILG office to request the courses below. - Phone # 800-932-8730.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ILG is committed to providing the highest quality of training for county officials. This continuing commitment can only be possible with the help from you. Therefore we ask you please not copy or share the DVD trainings with those who have not registered for ILG credit. Training DVD’s will be provided to you upon registration. Please view the DVD within 30 days of receipt and when finished place the DVD in the pre-paid postage envelope. Once ILG receives the DVD back within the 30 days you will be provided your ILG credits. **The DVDs are intended to play in your computer or laptop.
Generations in the Workplace (COM) - Join us to learn how to turn the challenge of 4 working generations into a competitive advantage, with a fresh, new approach to handling the complexities of working in a multigenerational workforce. Cost: $65
Organizational Skills (ORG) - This course includes information on managing time to increase productivity, developing a daily plan, managing technology, and saying "no" to doing too much.
• Cost: $65
Conflict Resolution (CRS) - How do I respond to that? Learn to recognize the signs of conflict, the times when you should respond, and how to respond when engaged in conflict.
• Cost: $65
Becoming a 360 Degree Leader (ELE) - How do you manage your emails? What do you do with old emails? You will learn how to archive emails and get your questions answered regarding Microsoft Outlook.
• Cost: $85
Microsoft Email Maintenance & Management (TCH) - Join us to develop your influence from wherever you are in the organization by becoming a 360 degree leader and learning how to lead up, lead across and lead down.
• Cost: $45
Email Etiquette & Memo Writing (MWT) - Learn proper email etiquette & quick tips for your email. We'll also learn about the basics of memo writing including fundamentals of format, purpose statements and content.
• Cost: $45
Working with You is Killing Me! (TBG) - If you find yourself getting frustrated with a colleague, quit complaining and do something! The solution is simple: Take control of your own response. Empower yourself at the office with this essential course for managing your work life!
• Cost: $65
Free Internet Tools & Programs (COM or TCH) - Did you know that there are FREE programs available on the internet that you can use for word processing, spreadsheets, photo editing, and organizing and project collaboration?Google, Yahoo! and even Microsoft (among others) have been rolling out many free programs in a race to get you to use their services. These tools can save you money & make you more productive!
• Cost: $45 (Expires December 9, 2010)
Emergency Management (EMG) - An introduction to an integrated emergency management system within the county to include programs and resources available to your jurisdiction. The roles and responsibilities of the Emergency Manager as well as other county officials during disaster planning response and recovery will be discussed.
• Cost: $45 (Expires January 20, 2011)
Sexual Harassment & Bullying (PMG) - Learn what constitutes it, different types, federal and state laws that protect individuals, steps to take to avoid charges, how to investigate a complaint, Supreme Court decisions, what needs to be in a policy and how to file a claim.
• Cost: $65 (Expires February 24, 2011)
Improving Your Conversation Skills (COM) - This is a straightforward guide to making good conversation. Learn the art of give and take, the importance of listening, and confidence for those who hesitate to strike up a conversation.
• Cost: $85
Social Media: Engaging the Public Just Got Easier (COM or TCH) - Learn how counties are successfully using social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and others to engage the public.
• Cost: $45 (Expires March 24, 2011)
Courthouse & Courtroom Security (EMG) - Learn about security measures you can take to make your courthouse and county employees safer.
• Cost: $35
Your Media Message-shape, not spin (COM) - HOW to say something is just as important as WHAT you say. Learn how to shape your message by making it more appealing to the media and to the public. We'll discuss some important general tools, such as how to format and send a news release and when to send it out.
• Cost: $45
Welcome Back Legislators! (TLP) - This ILG course is designed to cover such topics as: What is the legislative process? What are some tips for working with legislators? Where can I get the legislative information I need? and What legislative issues may lie ahead? Presented by members of "Team County"--the legislative relations specialists of NDACo.
• Cost: $45
The Role of the Commissioner (RTC) - The role of the county commissioner comes with many expectations, but no job manual. This panel of experienced leaders will present you with information about the roles of a county commissioner, including specifications of the office required by the ND Century Code.
• Cost: $85
Ethics in County Government (EIG) - Ethical decision making isn't reserved for high stake crises. Hundreds of daily decisions affect the moral climate of your professional culture. Your ability to do the right thing has a significant impact on everyone around you and is key to your development as a leader and team player.
• Cost: $65
County Records Management (RMG) - This course will explain the county records management program and the process involved regarding the disposal and retention of records. Records with archival value and the process for transferring/retrieving records at the State Archives will also be discussed.
• Cost: $45
Taking on Title VI (PMG) - NDDOT now requires all entities that receive federal funds to be compliant with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The presenter has successfully guided several counties and cities through this compliance process and has a number of tips to make the process as smooth as possible. Learn how to bring your county into compliance.
• Cost: $35
Important Tax & Abstract Forms Available to You (ELE) - Information regarding forms available on the Tax Commissioner's website, How to complete the forms, Updates to the forms, Reporting schedules and Tax Commissioner's use of the data.
• Cost: $45
Energy Conversion & Transmission Facility Siting: What Does the ND Public Service Commission Do? (PAZ) - This course will provide you with an overview of the ND Public Service Commission's jurisdiction over energy conversion & transmission facilities in ND and the criteria used by the Commission when siting an energy conversion or transmission facility. We'll also explore potential topics for local zoning ordinances relating to generation and transmission.
• Cost: $25
Bidding Your Projects! (BDG) - So you want to undertake a new project at the courthouse or buy that fancy new grader? Well, not so fast! Before you make your next big purchase, find out what legal requirements you must follow.
• Cost: $35
Conducting Meetings (CMT) - Meetings can often get off track and take on a life of their own. This course will help you hold professional and efficient meetings by providing you with information about requirements of public meetings, meeting agendas and parliamentary procedure. Aaron will also cover the importance of meeting minutes.
• Cost: $45
Building a County Budget (BDG) - This course will provide you with the basics of building a county budget and to be prepared. Information will be provided that is pertinent to both small and large counties throughout the state.
• Cost: $65
