Yuma County is G.R.E.A.T!
Welcome to Yuma County Human Resources Professional Development
Employee Professional Development
Strives to enhance the County’s culture by providing professional development training opportunities for employees to develop essential skills that align with and support the the County’s Strategic Plan such as essential communication, customer service, teamwork and leadership skills that assist with both professional and personal growth while raising employee morale and job satisfaction. Yuma County Human Resources training division provides a variety of classes for all.
UPCOMING TRAININGS
Ready, Set, Grow!
Browse through available trainings!
Thu 9 Apr 2026
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3 hours)
Based on Judson Brewer's, "Unwinding Anxiety" book, this class will explain how to uproot anxiety at its source, discover our triggers and defuse them with simple but powerful practices.
Real Colors: Unlocking Temperament Differences
Human Resources Training Room-197
Tue 14 Apr 2026
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)
During the course of this workshop, we are going to explore the aspect of color (temperament). This workshop provides users with an effective tool for understanding human behavior, for uncovering motivators specific and improving communication skills.
Thu 16 Apr 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
This training will introduce the basic concepts of Growth Mindset and differentiate between a Fixed and Growth Mindset.
Psychological Safety for Supervisors
Human Resources Training Room-197
Thu 16 Apr 2026
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3 hours)
Learn how to foster a culture of psychologically safe practices to ensure team members feel safe to express ideas, concerns and take accountability for mistakes- all without fear of negative impacts.
MTa Insights Experiential Learning: Problem Solving, Colourful Necklace
Human Resources Training Room-197
Tue 21 Apr 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)
Join us for an Experiential Learning session using MTa Insights toolkit , where learning happens through hands-on challenges, teamwork, and real-time reflection, all through an active hands-on learning experience.
Communicating with a Purpose for Supervisors- Parts 1 + 2
Human Resources Training Room-197
21 - 28 Apr 2026
2 weeks
This class provides participants a voice when they would like to speak up and addresses the difference between assertiveness and aggression, using insight on manipulation for other’s benefit and touches on body language.
Performance Correction Notices for Supervisors
Human Resources Training Room-197
Wed 29 Apr 2026
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (2 hours)
FOR COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY Understand the importance of documenting policy violations, performance and behavioral issues, while effectively utilizing Yuma County’s progressive disciplinary tools.
The Art of Drawing Boundaries: A Thriving, Healthier, Happy You
Human Resources Training Room-197
Thu 30 Apr 2026
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
Participants will learn to identify, establish, and maintain healthy boundaries to reduce stress and enhance the overall quality of their personal and professional lives, thereby regaining control of their lives and themselves.
Speaking Tactfully for Supervisors
Human Resources Training Room-197
Wed 6 May 2026
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3 hours)
For supervisors, speaking tactfully means communicating directly, clearly and firmly while also being sensitive and respectful to others to maintain a supportive and trusting work environment. Tactful communication focuses on facts, behaviors and solutions, rather than communicating bluntly or curtly with disregard for others thoughts and feelings.
Addressing Gossip in the Workplace
Human Resources Training Room-197
Thu 7 May 2026
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3 hours)
Workplace gossip is a form of informal communication. Gossip is seen universally as negative and hurtful. This class will provide an understanding of how to work proactively when negativity and gossip occurs in the workplace.
MTa Insights- Experiential Learning: Communication, Blind Statues
Human Resources Training Room-197
Mon 11 May 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)
Join us for an Experiential Learning session using MTa Insights toolkit , where learning happens through hands-on challenges, teamwork, and real-time reflection, all through an active hands-on learning experience.
From To-Do to Done: Mastering your To- Do List
Human Resources Training Room-197
Tue 12 May 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
Are you busy but struggling to be more productive? Trying to recall details and manage day to day interruptions with scattered notes is not the best way to make use of your brainpower. You can tackle tasks with ease and reserve your mental energy for work that drives productivity by mastering your To-Do list.
Special Programs
YuLead
Yuma County’s Leadership Empowerment and Development Program prepares participants for succession planning. The program will expose participants to essential communication and leadership skills and provide a foundation for the development of employees for supervisory roles. The goal of YuLead is to produce a cohort of employees that have the ability, motivation, and commitment to assume positions of greater responsibilities and decision making within the organization.
LEAP- Public Works
Public Works Leadership Education Advancement Program (LEAP) prepares participants for succession planning, evolving them from an employee perspective, to one of empowerment and leadership. The program will expose participants to essential soft skills and provide a necessary foundation to apply for supervisory roles.
Executive Level Training
Partnership with Franklin Covey
YuGov
YuGov is Yuma County’s premier governance, vision and operations leadership program designed to equip Deputies and upper Management with a deep understanding of county operations, structures, and strategic vision. This program blends practical knowledge of governance functions with forward-thinking leadership principles to strengthen alignment, accountability, and long-term impact in public service.
Popular Trainings
Real Colors
The basis of this workshop is the Real Colors Personality Type Test: a user-friendly, intuitive tool that identifies four personality types.
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
Employment Foundations Standards of Condut & Discipline
This class covers the foundation of County Employment – the Standards of Conduct. This class will discuss what those standards mean, how they are applied, and how disciplinary action is taken when standards are violated.
Customer Service
This class will review best practices in customer service – with techniques, including interacting with internal and external customers, the angry customer, and the impact quality customer service can have. Attendees will learn how to provide the kind of superior, memorable service that results in satisfied customers.
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Knowing the appropriate action in an emergency until professional help arrives is critical to saving lives. This hands-on course helps develop lifesaving skills that can be employed during a medical emergency.
Our Vision & Mission
A Reslient, Prosperous & Diverse County
Working together to innovatively deliver excellent services essential to fostering a safe, healthy & thriving community.
