P.R.I.D.E. Sterling Leadership Program (SLP)
Employees who are selected to participate in PRIDE SLP will do so over a one (1) year period and will be paired up with someone from Management, who will act as their mentor.  This mentor will provide them with coaching and advice to assist them in developing their administrative, management and leadership skills while providing them a better understanding of Department-wide goals.  PRIDE SLP participants will be expected to dedicate up to 16 hours per month to work side by side with their mentor. 

Employees who are selected to participate in PRIDE will contribute to the department’s success in various areas. Opportunities include but are not limited to:

• General Obligation Bond (GOB)
• Open Space Master Plan (OSMP)
• Parks Foundation / Dedicated Funding
• Sterling Award / National Gold Medal
• Recreation Plan
• Department Accreditation