September 29th through October 4th, 2024

Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts | Ohio

WELCOME TO THE OHIO PUBLIC SERVICE INSTITUTE (OHPSI)!

The heart of our mission is to promote and encourage professional development through education and training specifically designed for Public Works supervisors and managers.

The Institute date is September 29 through October 4, 2024 and will be held at the Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts in Huron, Ohio.

OHPSI courses include three one-week sessions, focusing on Leadership Development, Service Excellence and Supervisory Skills. These sessions are non-sequential and one may begin the three-year cycle at any time.

Attendance is required at all sessions including evening functions that include classes, group meals and activities. See the schedule for details. Do not register for OHPSI unless you can commit to attending all sessions.

Thursday is “Directors’ Day” and offers an opportunity for directors or bosses to learn more about OHPSI for $150. Thursday also welcomes guests to attend our banquet and celebrate our graduates. Cost is $60 per person (our cost for the meal). See registration form for details.

We are proud to announce that APWA Ohio will be awarding stipends in the amount of $595.00 each. To apply for one of these stipends you must submit your application by June 30, 2024 by email to the address listed on the application. Please note that you must be an APWA member to apply and application forms are found under the stipend tab.

OHPSI is an outstanding program that will help you reach your professional goals and enhance your effectiveness and efficiency on the job.

If you have any questions, please email Tammy Ludwig.

Sincerely,
Kim Roessner | APWA Northwest Ohio Branch

Amy Wood | APWA Northwest Ohio Branch

OHIO PUBLIC SERVICE INSTITUTE

What is OHPSI?

OHPSI is a three-year training program which provides instruction expressly designed for city and county public service supervisors, managers and directors. This program is divided into three one-week sessions focusing on Leadership Development, Service Excellence and Personal Supervisory Skills. These sessions are non-sequential and one may begin the three-year cycle at any time. This program is held each Fall at the Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts in Huron, Ohio.

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2024 OHPSI Schedule & Registration

THREE YEAR CURRICULUM

OHPSI courses include three one-week sessions, focusing on Leadership Development, Service Excellence and Supervisory Skills. These sessions are non-sequential and one may begin the three-year cycle at any time.
* Some sessions may be subject to change based upon the recommendations of the OHPSI committee.

Focus on Leadership*

Supervisory Do’s and Don’ts
Ethics and Leadership
Generational Differences
Garnering Employee Loyalty and Motivation
How to Lead Successfully through Change
Legal Update
Managing Problem Employees
It’s a Matter of Your Style
Training Techniques and Approaches for Today’s Workforce
Eureka to Action

Personal Supervisory Skills*

Understanding the Budgeting Process
Managing Problem Employees
Using Technology to Manage Time
Legal Update
Managing Lead Positions
Managing the Boss
Successful Communication
Master Time and Stress
Eureka to Action

Service Excellence*

Organizational Culture and Service Excellence
Legal Update
Communication Skills
Business Communication
Maximizing Social Media
Conducting Performance Appraisals
Keys to Employee Development
How to Build Dynamic
Team Cohesiveness
Creating an Action Plan

OHPSI Continuing Education Credits

CECs will be based on the hours of instruction. Continuing education units for various organizations may be available. If you are aware of one where pre-approval might serve the greater group, please let us know in advance.

OHPSI Deadline

Ohio Public Service Institute deadline is
Sunday, June 30th, 2024.

To avoid late fees, please register and pay before deadline.

OHPSI Cancellation & Late Fee Policy

A substitute from the same community can be arranged at any time, based upon availability. A $50 fee will apply after the deadline (June 30th, 2024) for substitutions. Cancellations received after July 1, 2024 are subject to a $100 cancellation fee. Cancellations received after September 1, 2024 are subject to a $450 cancellation fee. No refunds for no shows or cancellations received after September 27, 2024.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

This program has more value than I’ve ever expected. Keep up the good work.

This training over the past three years has been the most helpful and effective leadership training I have been a part of. Great speakers and awesome people.

Excellent event. Great venue. Terrific content. Amazing event structure and scheduling.

Great wealth of usable skills. Very eye opening. Wish this was available 20 years ago.

Ohio Public Service Institute

Join us for the Best Leadership Training Sept. 29 - Oct. 4, 2024

Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts
Huron, Ohio

For more information about OHPSI or to register, download the packet. This is one training event you will not want to miss!

OHPSI Lodging Information

Sawmill Creek
by Cedar Point Resorts
400 Sawmill Creek Dr.
Huron, Ohio

Lodging is available at the Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts at a discounted rate for OHPSI.

To make lodging arrangements, please utilize the instructions on the schedule and information form. 

To pay for individual rooms by credit card, click here.

Is a three-year training program which provides instruction expressly designed for city and county public service supervisors, managers and directors.

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS

To pay by credit card, click here. Please note there is an additional $45.00 convenience fee for credit card payments.