The office of Talent is responsible for maximizing human potential within city
staff. The Administrator collaborates closely with city
leadership on talent initiatives and training needs of staff. This position is the City’s EEO Officer and LGBTQ liaison.
Organizational & Talent Development
The City of Davenport is nurturing a strengths-based environment, focusing on strengthening our employees’ natural talents & strengths and allowing them to do what they do best every day. As the City’s Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, the Talent Acquisition Administrator utilizes one-on-one and team coaching to increase individual and colleague awareness of our innate talents.
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Davenport Strengths Institute (DSI) is a 12-month strengths and leadership journey that began in July, 2017. This 20 member cross-departmental cohort participates in this year-long strengths-based leadership development program. This program won the Strategic Leadership & Governance Award from the International City County Management Association (ICMA) in 2021.
Strengths are a springboard for our employees to have meaningful conversations that build trust and help teams accomplish shared goals. They also allow the City to attract top talent and creates a more engaged and productive workplace.