Membership

GENERAL INFORMATION

Membership in the Seattle Management Association is open to all City of Seattle employees, as well as other Government and Non-Profit organizations, who:

• Provide management support within a department or office, as part of their analytical or coordination responsibilities.
• Supervise or manage staff, functions, or programs.
• Who aspire to supervise or manage staff, functions, or programs as part of their career path.

Membership Benefits
Seattle Management Association has over 300 members representing many of the City’s departments. Some of the benefits available to SMA members include:

• Leadership and Managerial Skills Development
  Add or refresh your skills by attending special training events targeted to help develop leadership and management skills that are relevant to the work of our members.
• Outstanding Networking and Connecting Opportunities
  Take advantage of the a variety of opportunities to expend your professional network by attending events, volunteering for committees, or becoming a member of the Board of Directors.  
• Excellence in Management Awards Programs
  Each year SMA recognizes managers, employees and teams for their outstanding contribution on the job. Some of the awards in the categories are: Leadership, Innovation/Change Management, Project Management, Management Support, Management in the Field, Management in Race, and Social Justice and Special Recognition
• Discounts to SMA Programs
  Members pay a discounted training fee for events where a fee is applicable.