Core Values at the Water Pollution Control Plant

Caring

• Showing sincere interest in one another’s well being.
• We show respect by being considerate of others and treating all with dignity.
• We seek other’s input and listen with an open mind.
• We make one another feel appreciated by recognizing contributions.
• We accept and support one another — learning from our mistakes — and move on.

Commitment to Excellence

• Striving to reach our full potential.
• We present ourselves in ways that reflect positively on the county and the plant.
• We apply our talents to do our jobs well and protect public health and the environment.
• We continuously seek creative ideas to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• We keep our knowledge and skills current and share them with our peers.

Leadership at All Levels

• Empowering and supporting all staff to lead.
• We have the authority to do our jobs and own the responsibility for quality and completion of our work.
• We work as one team to achieve a common goal by sharing resources, ideas and experiences.
• We inspire one another to grow and do great things.
• We take pride in anticipating situations and addressing them at the earliest opportunity.

Accountability

• Accepting responsibility for my actions and the activities of the organization.
• We earn trust by doing the right thing for the plant, the community, and the environment.
• We communicate clear expectations and timely feedback to maximize opportunities for success.
• We take personal ownership for our words and actions, our safety, and the success of our plant.
• We conscientiously manage county resources.

Healthy Work Environment

• A safe and diverse culture, allowing people to thrive.
• We apply accountability fairly and consistently.
• We provide equal opportunity to succeed.
• We keep one another well informed through clear and transparent communication
• We are consistent in our actions to create a stable workplace.
• We choose to adopt a future-focused, positive mindset.