Abstract
A crisis is looming in governments across the nation, and yet few are taking heed. The crisis is one that, in hindsight, would have been easy to predict and relatively simple to address. However, few jurisdictions are taking the time, energy, or political risk to prepare for the storm that is about to hit. The predicted crisis results from changing worker beliefs, and wavering workplace values, coupled with striking demographics that will alter the face of the government workforce. The time is now for government agencies, small and large, rural and urban, to begin analyzing and preparing for the future. This article will discuss some of the most critical issues facing government workforce planners, offering strategies for addressing the issues and for adapting to the new beliefs within traditional civil service systems.
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