GOAL
Create a work environment that values , invests in , and empowers a high performing and engaged workforce .
Objective 1 : Best Place to Work
Cultivate a “ best in class ” workplace that rewards collaboration and teamwork , empowers staff to lead and innovate , and leverages each person ’ s unique talents , backgrounds , and perspectives .
We are committed to our culture . We seek to create a work environment that attracts , develops , recognizes , empowers , and retains a diverse , talented , and committed staff team . To achieve this , we will focus on strengthening our work environment to provide a sense of belonging for all , cross organization collaboration and communication , work / life balance , continuous learning and growth , and a culture that encourages innovation and empowerment while removing fear of failure when exploring new ways of doing things .
Objective 2 : High Performing and Engaged Workforce
Establish and implement philosophies , policies , and practices to attract , develop , and retain a dedicated , high performing workforce scaled to meet the evolving needs of the district .
We are committed to our people . The quality of our service relies greatly on the members of our team who deliver those services . Our innovation and desire to be a trendsetter requires us to innovate our policies and processes to attract , hire , develop , reward , and retain our talented workforce . We will design , implement , and continuously improve our efforts in workforce planning , recruitment , hiring , compensation , benefits , and performance management to build , scale , and sustain a modern and diverse workforce needed to fulfill our mission .
Objective 3 : Growth & Development Culture
Create and sustain a work environment that encourages and supports professional and career growth and development .
We are committed to encouraging and supporting our team ’ s professional and career growth and development . We will partner with our staff to ensure they have access to the training necessary to perform their current jobs and have access to development opportunities to not only grow in their current roles but prepare for their future . We do this not only to retain a talented workforce , but to demonstrate our commitment to the development of each valued team member .
Objective 4 : IDEA Leadership
Advance inclusion , diversity , equity , and accessibility .
We recognize and celebrate the diversity of our workforce and are committed to advancing inclusion , diversity , equity , and accessibility . We will seek out , engage , understand , and learn about the unique members of our workforce and foster a work environment of belonging and inclusion . We value and are committed to make this a reality for our workforce .
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