Remote work has become one of the defining issues in today’s workforce. While many private employers lean into remote work, public agencies face a very different reality.

Cultural expectations, political oversight, and the hands-on nature of many government roles all make it more complex to allow remote or hybrid work.

Yet the evidence is clear: when thoughtfully designed, these arrangements can strengthen recruitment, retention, and long-term workforce competitiveness.

In this article, Kay Randolph-Pollard, RGS recruitment services lead advisor, shares her perspective on what remote work means for local government.

From recruitment competitiveness in high-cost regions to the practical barriers of broadband access and supervisory trust, Kay highlights both the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Read the full article to learn how remote/hybrid work is reshaping the public sector—and what it could mean for your agency’s future.