National Conservation Training Center

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Introduction to Management Skills, LED6176
Date: November 16 – November 19, 2009 at NCTC
(Course is 3 ½ days and ends at 12 noon on the 19th)

Who Should Attend: Anyone who leads others, whether designated as a supervisor or not.

Course Description:
This course is a general introduction to management skills and has been designed for anyone who needs to get work done through others and is assigned leadership and/or supervisory responsibilities. Specific topics include establishing rapport and cultivating influence; achieving trust and building relationships; alleviating time challenges; building and leading a team; learning to delegate to others; and implementing change successfully.

Contact: For questions about the course that are not answered in DOILearn, please email Jack Owens at Jack_Owens@fws.gov or by phone at 304-876-7903.

Registration: Complete online at https://doilearn.doi.gov


NCTC Deer Hunt
Date: Fall 2009

NCTC is pleased to announce that our managed deer hunt, which has taken place every year since 2003, will be continued in 2009. This opportunity is open to all hunters, including the disabled.  West Virginia hunting seasons and regulations apply, and all hunters must have a West Virginia Hunting and Trapping License (Resident or Non-Resident), and an approved certificate for completion of a Hunter Education Course.   

During our managed deer hunt in the fall of 2008 a total of 31 deer were harvested at NCTC, slightly higher than the average over the previous 5 years. All hunter evaluations returned indicate folks were generally pleased with the way the hunt operated and plan to hunt here again. We would like to express our appreciation to the great group of hunters who helped make the hunt safe and successful, and assisted in our effort to keep the deer population at a level appropriate for the habitat. We hope to see you in the autumn of 2009!

October 3rd – Special “Urban” Bow Hunt - (DOESN’T COUNT AGAINST WV BAG)
October 10th – Special “Urban” Bow Hunt - (DOESN’T COUNT AGAINST WV BAG)
October 31st – Youth Hunt – (antlerless only)
November 28th – Shotgun & Bow
December 5th – Shotgun & Bow
December 12th – Shotgun & Bow – (antlerless only, may take 2 deer)
December 19th - Muzzleloader & Bow

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Training Announcement (2 Offerings)

Course: Applied Supervision (LED 6102)

Dates & Location: January 11-15 and February 8-12, 2010, NCTC, Shepherdstown, WV

Who Should Attend: New supervisors and team leaders with supervisory responsibilities.

Course Description: This course covers those critical skills new supervisors need to successfully and effectively supervise employees in mission accomplishment while building and maintaining a productive work environment. Course topics include transitioning into a supervisory position, roles and responsibilities, developing and motivating staff, handling difficult situations, coaching and counseling, leadership practices, change management, and a day with Human Capital representatives on classification, hiring & recruitment, performance and conduct, diversity and EEO.

Registration: Complete on-line at https://doilearn.doi.gov. Go to the catalog and search for (LED6102) to register for the course.

Questions: Please call Carol Adams at 304.876.7491 or carol_adams@fws.gov For course content questions call Tannor Kopp at 304.876.7477 or tannor_kopp@fws.gov for logistical questions.


Training Announcement

Course: Advance Supervision: Building On Experience (LED 6166)

Date & Location: March 22-26, 2010, NCTC, Shepherdstown, WV

Who Should Attend: Experienced supervisors (5+ years) who want increase and enhance their skills in mid and senior level core competencies.

Course Description: This newly revised course provides participants the opportunity to be on the cutting edge of best supervisory practices in today’s changing work environment. Feedback from a 360 Self-Awareness Assessment that focuses on 11 competencies for mid and senior level supervisors provides the building block for personal development throughout the course. From developing strategies for influencing key stakeholders to creating an effective change initiative for leading through change, participants are kept busy and engaged in this 4.5 day course. Additional topics include teambuilding, conflict management, managing work, performance and conduct that includes a question and answer session with a Washington Office Human Capital representative, and personal development.

Registration: Complete on-line at https://doilearn.doi.gov. Go to the catalog and search for (LED6166) to register for the course.

Questions: Please call Carol Adams at 304.876.7491 or carol_adams@fws.gov For course content questions call Tannor Kopp at 304.876.7477 or tannor_kopp@fws.gov for logistical questions.


Last Updated: November 18, 2009
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