Making Government Work Attractive
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2022
Level
City or Town
State(s)
All States, Washington
Policy Areas
Democracy & Governance, Economic Justice
Building an inclusive and engaging workplace culture can help make government positions more attractive to highly qualified workers. This guide outlines the essential aspects of a supportive workplace culture and recommends improving workplace flexibility, fostering team building through rituals and events, and emphasizing a commitment to employee wellbeing. It also highlights a case study that prioritized connecting employees to city values, improved employee recognition and feedback, and promoted positive workplace environments in public offices.