Bullying in Government
Agencies & Ministries
Bullying is rampant in public sector organizations, sadly undermining the public service mission. Tolerance for unconscionable behavior impairs retention and recruitment for government positions. The risks associated with bullying rise with strained budgets undercutting public services. Though there is no profit lost, tangible losses from preventable turnover, absenteeism, and litigation occur.
Despite the stereotype of rigid bureaucratic hierarchies in government, several government Work Doctor clients have been among the earliest adopters. They have boldly pursued ways to stop the bullying in the ranks. And government unions are among the most familiar unions with anti-bullying programs.
Watch the July 2012 Hennepin County Board approve its new anti-bullying policy.
A Sampling of our Government Clients
- U.S. Mint
- United States Forest Service
- Los Angeles Women Police Officers & Associates
- NW Child & Family Services Authority, Alberta Provincial Ministry
- Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
- Region of Niagara Municipality
- RCMP, Criminal Labs Division
- Minerals Management Service, U.S. Dept of the Interior
- U.S. Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Region
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
- Veterans Administration Hospitals
- California State Training Center
- California Department of Rehabilitation
- Outagamie County, WI
- Otsego County, NY Mental Health
- Lake Whatcom Water District, WA
- City of Berkeley, CA
- City of Providence, RI
- City of Sunnyvale, CA
- City of Waco, TX
