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Nonprofit program offers public agencies a way to build and test AI solutions
Now in its second year, the AI Learning and Innovation Hub aims to build public agencies’ confidence in deploying the technology in critical government services.
AI risks creating a ‘demand machine’ for governments, report warns
Instead of making public-sector employees’ lives easier, the tech could create even more work, unless leaders rethink agency processes and workflows, researchers at New America said.
States get a helping hand to implement skills-based hiring amid workforce shortages
A nonprofit is expanding a program that offers state leaders technical assistance and other resources to adopt a skills-based hiring model as agencies try to keep pace with evolving job roles and persistent workforce gaps.
Job-matching platform continues to keep public servants in public service
A platform launched last year by Work for America is helping state and local governments recruit former federal employees to their agencies.
Rhode Island releases its roadmap for AI. Some boundaries have yet to be drawn.
The Governor’s AI Task Force on Wednesday released its first report offering a blueprint for how Rhode Island can stay competitive and use artificial intelligence responsibly and wisely.
How is AI being used by state employees in Iowa? Senate bill seeks to define uses
An Iowa Senate bill that advanced from a subcommittee Tuesday would limit the uses of artificial intelligence in state agencies.
Most workers at risk from AI can transition, report finds
Recent research from the Brookings Institution warned that while most workers exposed to AI can pivot, millions in administrative and clerical roles may struggle.
Virginia to consider joining states creating volunteer cyber civilian corps
A proposed volunteer group would help local governments fend off cyber attacks and security breaches.
Budget uncertainty could hamper state and local tech skills development
States and localities must find alternative ways to support their digital inclusion efforts amid budget cuts, experts say.
How an AI agent can help caseworkers maintain the ‘human relationship’ with clients
In California, Riverside County is experimenting with an AI agent that aims to help caseworkers focus more on supporting public benefit recipients and less on administrative tasks.
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CISA opens 100 applications for CyberCorps students
Earlier hiring snags had forced the scholarship program to pause recruitment of top student talent for cyber jobs.
States, localities use workforce development to combat the digital divide
Leaders must prepare their residents for an increasingly digital society, experts say. Some jurisdictions are targeting workforce programs to do so.
Still early days for state chief AI officers
The role is still being defined by its earliest incumbents, as states remain uncertain about the future of the technology and how to deal with its impacts.
Nevada’s HR modernization push sets the scene for future innovation
The state is looking to revamp how it approaches human resource and staff operations after upgrading a decades-old legacy system.
New Jersey leverages platform to help adults go back to school
The state partnered with ReUp Education to offer adult learners to a platform to access resources and services that help them complete their degrees.
New York City graduates first IT academy class
More than two dozen participants earned a certificate of completion from the program, which helped them understand city systems, HR and learn best practices from IT leaders.
Maryland partners with tech companies to build an AI-ready workforce
The cross-sector collaboration will help state workers design and develop AI solutions that fit into Maryland’s broader goals of expanding AI adoption across agencies, one official said.
Robotics, AI the answer to dwindling labor population, researcher says
‘We’re just seeing the start of what artificial intelligence and robotics can do in agriculture.’
Government workers young and old need ‘shared purpose,’ say local leaders
Agencies must wrestle with retirements, a multi-generational workforce and attracting employees despite the lure of the private sector. Experts said it’s doable, especially when you appeal to someone’s sense of civic duty.
Report: How the public sector can help drive AI innovation
A new report offers strategies for government leaders to encourage AI innovation that prepares their communities for an AI-ready future.
