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Addressing Shortcomings: Strategies for Municipalities to Cope

Municipalities' Approaches to Overcoming Workforce Deficits - A Comprehensive Overview by KOMMUNAL.

Municipal shortages and possible solutions: a guide for local governments
Municipal shortages and possible solutions: a guide for local governments

Addressing Shortcomings: Strategies for Municipalities to Cope

In a pressing concern for municipalities across Germany, a significant shortage of skilled workers is affecting various sectors, including administration, public works, kindergartens, and the fire department. Cities like Freiburg and numerous other administrations in Baden-Württemberg are particularly affected, with over 100,000 vacancies in municipalities alone.

This issue is expected to worsen by 2030 due to retirements, especially in key areas such as IT, construction, and social services. The shortage is not limited to a specific region or country and is exacerbated by demographic change and competition with the private sector.

To combat this challenge, municipalities are being urged to explore new paths in recruiting and retaining personnel. One solution presented is a yearly subscription, priced at 96 euros (including VAT). This subscription, available for purchase now, offers an opportunity for cities to address the shortage, but the exact nature of these new paths and the associated platform or service are not specified.

If you already have a subscription, you can log in to manage your account. For those considering the subscription, there is an option for a non-binding request for special conditions. However, details about the refund policy, subscription period, renewal process, and current number of vacant positions are not provided.

Despite these uncertainties, the subscription provides a promising avenue for municipalities to address the shortage of skilled workers and remain capable of acting in the face of this pressing issue.

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