Portrait of a City of Arvada Employee
“Whether someone is the “right person” has more to do with the character traits and innate capabilities than with specific knowledge, background, or skills.” Good to Great by Jim Collins
Are you the right type of person for the City of Arvada? Below are the "core competencies" we use in conjunction with knowledge, skills and abilities, in order to select the ideal candidate.
Core Competencies
Communicates Effectively
Demonstrates Leadership
Is Self Aware
Demonstrates Ethics and Integrity
Demonstrates Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
Effectively Manages Relationships













