Date of Award

Summer 6-26-2024

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Abstract

A formal transition and training plan is important for elected officials serving in public office. This research paper focuses on evaluating the impact of a formal transition and training plan for the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors. Supervisors are elected to office and do not receive training, plus there is no set standard for transitioning materials or information from the previous Supervisor. Academic literature will be used to show how transition plans and training are critical for the continuation of public services through the work of a County Supervisor when an incoming Supervisor enters public office. The research will use a mixed-methods research (MMR) approach to collect up to ten qualitative units from 1:1 interviews with subject matter experts and approximately 50 quantitative data units from key stakeholder survey results, which will be analyzed to accept or reject the hypothesis. Based on this study's findings, it can improve collaboration between incoming and outgoing Supervisors, may better prepare the incoming Supervisor, and improve transparency of supervisorial district offices.

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