Reaching qualified local government professional candidates has never been easier or more cost-effective.

The application for the 2026 LGMF cohort will open in September!
The application for the 2026 Local Government Management Fellowship will open in September 2025.

Articles published deal with professional issues in local government, particularly from the local government manager’s point of view.

ICMA provides members with valued benefits that help them advance their careers and meet the challenges inherent in leading today's towns, cities and counties...
Invest in tomorrow's local government managers by attracting recent MPA/MPP (or related programs) graduates to your local government

A new ICMA podcast sharing the stories and perspectives of the people, organizations, and stewards of local government management.

Articles from ICMA senior advisor, Dr. Frank Benest, focused on career issues for local government professionals.