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Human Resources
Erin Hillson, Human Resources Director

The Supervisory Collective

The Supervisory Collective a.k.a. The Collective is a social learning community for supervisors, managers, lead workers, project & program managers, and department & division heads. 

This is not a course or formal program. Instead, it’s a community for members to...

  • Connect
  • Share experiences
  • Build expertise
  • Support each other
  • Deepen knowledge

We do this through inquiry, collaboration, and facilitated discussion.

*The Collective is formerly known as the Supervisor Network, and is not to be confused with Supervisor Academy; which has been discontinued. 

View and register for upcoming gatherings. 

The Collective Resources

The Collective Leadership Team (CLT)

CLT Recruitment

The Supervisory Collective is in the process of expanding our Leadership Team. To ensure we have a dynamic and well-rounded Leadership Team, I invite you to nominate individuals whom you believe would be valuable additions to the team. Your nominations play a vital role in shaping the future direction and success of The Collective and ultimately the City of Madison. Please consider individuals from various backgrounds, experiences, comp groups, and tenures throughout the City of Madison who possess qualities that demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and development and that foster collaborative environments.

The CLT Nomination Form

When making your nomination, please complete each section in the form hyperlinked above. Completed nomination forms can be emailed to JWinston@cityofmadison.com, each submittal will be carefully reviewed before extending an invite to candidates. 

Former CLT Members
  • Mary Richards - Finance
  • Yang Tao - Traffic Engineering
  • Renee Callaway - Traffic Engineering
  • Kevin Goke - Parks
  • Jennifer Delaney - Parks
  • Mark Vander Waal - Fleet
  • Yolanda Shelton-Morris - Community Development
  • Caitlin Stokes - Streets
  • Rachel Darken - Fleet
  • Jessy Stammer - Metro
  • Kurt Rose - Human Resources

What people are saying about The Supervisory Collective

  • "I look forward to it and learning more about how people supervise throughout the City."
  • "What a great way to network with other agencies! I have seen some of these folks in other meetings, but don't know them very well so this was a great opportunity to get to know more City employees!"
  • "I appreciate the directed discussion and chance to informally chat - good balance."
  • "This is an incredibly valuable time for me."

Previous Gatherings - Agendas + Breakout Discussion Guides

July 18, 2024

April 25, 2024

March 21, 2024

November 16, 2023

September 21, 2023
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