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FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE EMPLOYER

Employers who offer flexible work options are in high demand by some of the most talented employees across the country. Being designated as a Flexible Work Place employer makes it easier to distinguish your organization as a desirable place to work, and as a cutting edge employer who understands what it takes stay ahead of the competition in today's competitive markets.

An organization will be designated as Flexible Workplace Employer with the privilege of displaying the Flexible Workplace Employer logo on the organization's website and in promotional materials. Organizations will also be listed as a Flexible Workplace Employer on the City's website.

Does Your Organization Qualify?
Qualifying organizations are those who have demonstrated a sustainable commitment to flexible work options and meet the following criteria:

  • Have an established business case for flexible work options
  • 35% or more of the organization's management team is knowledgeable about flexible work options and how-to leverage the advantages and mitigate the disadvantages inherent to flexing
  • 75% or more of the organization's jobs have been evaluated for suitability with flexible work options.
  • 80% of the organization's employees understand the flexible work options that are available to them
  • 40% or more of the organization's employees eligible to flex are participating in a flexible work option.
  • Periodic evaluations of the flexible work options with revisions to the program based on the results of the evaluation.

How Do You Sign Up?
Fill out a brief application, which evaluates your organization's commitment to sustainable, flexible work options. Any organization that meets the minimum requirements can qualify.