Emerging Leaders Academy

A year-long national program, the Emerging Leaders Academy provides intensive leadership and management training within the context of public works. It encourages professional growth through a strong network of peers, and offers an in-depth introduction to APWA at the national, chapter and branch levels.

The candidates must be "professionals who have been working in the field of public works for seven years or less" and "those who have demonstrated an interest in advancing their careers within the profession."

Call for Applications – 2010-2011 Class

Starting Thursday, July 1, APWA will begin accepting applications for its next class of the Emerging Leaders Academy. Sixteen candidates will be selected to participate in the year-long leadership and management program.

The deadline for APWA receipt of an application form and supporting materials via mail is no later than 12 Noon, Friday, July 30, 2010

A MANDATORY conference call of all applicants submitting an application will be held on Monday, August 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific/12 Noon Mountain/1:00 p.m. Central Daylight/2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Applicants should call the following number to participate:

1-866-953-9689
Participant Passcode: 862633#

For a copy of the application form and other required documents, please review the "How to Apply" section below.