HOW TO APPLY

 

Leadership Tri-Cities applications for the next class are available now on-line.  The informational packet and application can be downloaded by clicking on the icon below.  Or, you may pick up an application packet at the Tri-Cities Business and Visitor Center, or by leaving a detailed message at 509-736-1929. 

Applicants are encouraged to complete their application on-line.  Clicking on the icon below will take you to a secure site where you may complete the entire application and attach the letter from your employer and a color photo. 

 

APPLY NOW ON-LINE

DOWNLOAD LTC CLASS XVI INFORMATION FORM (PDF)
To Save:  Right click the above link:  Save Target As:  Save to Desktop

 

Upon review, applicants may be invited to interview as the next step in the selection process.  Final selection is typically completed by early June.

 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

♦ Participants must live or work in Benton or Franklin Counties.

♦ Most class sessions are held the third Wednesday of each
month, September through June.

♦ This program attracts very active community leaders. You are encouraged to apply with the intent to give the program your
full attention. You will find it worthwhile in the end.

♦ It is mandatory that each participant attend the ropes course and the overnight retreat in August.

♦ Graduation is dependent on meeting program requirements.

♦ Partial day absences are counted as an absence and on-time attendance is required. Anticipated absences must be reported prior to the session to be considered excused.

♦ The class project will require meetings and workdays outside of Leadership Tri-Cities session days.

♦ Professional behavior and attire is expected. You are representing more than 300 graduates. Please plan to show courtesy to guest speakers by turning off all electronic devices, arriving on time for the day and from breaks, and not wearing jeans.

♦ Tuition is $750 per individual, due on or before August 1, 2010. The tuition covers all fees, meals, and session-related transportation. Tuition may be paid by the participant, employer, sponsor, and/or from a combination of sources. All participants are required to personally pay at least $100 of their tuition. A limited amount of financial scholarship assistance is available based upon need.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA

♦ Only one individual may be selected from any one company or public agency per class. This ensures the diversity of each class and success of the program. The idea of the program is to introduce you to fellow team members from a broad spectrum of the community. Selection can be extremely difficult because we often receive a number of applications from one organization.Please apply for the next class offered if you are not selected this year.

♦ The Leadership Tri-Cities selection committee chooses men and women diverse in age, community, ethnicity, professional background and volunteer experience We are interested in people who are involved in leadership roles within our community, people who are committed to mentoring, and in creating leaders dedicated to the concept of community trusteeship.

♦ Decisions made by the selection committee are final.

 

APPLICATION CHECKLIST:

1. All complete on-line and written applications must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 14, 2010.  Faxes will not be accepted.

Applications will be notified of their status on or about June 11, 2011.

If necessary, mail application to:
Leadership Tri-Cities
P.O. Box 4660
Tri-Cities, WA  99302

 

1. For on-line applications, be sure you have:
1. Completed Part I and Part II of the application
2. Attached (or separately mailed) a signed letter of support from your employer
3. Attached (or separately mailed) a color photo of yourself (head-and-shoulder shot)
2. For written applications, make sure your packet includes:
1. One copy of completed Part I and Part II of the application
2. Signed letter of support from your employer
3. A color photo of yourself (head-and-shoulder shot)

All applicants will be notified of their status by June 11, 2010.