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Our Culture at the City of Brownsville

At the City of Brownsville, we foster a culture of unity, collaboration, and innovation through our "One City" approach. We believe that every employee plays a vital role in contributing to a brighter future for Brownsville, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all employees thrive.

Mission: The mission of OD&HR is to develop a talented, diverse workforce through our Participatory Leadership Model, giving direction and opportunities to our employees to balance organizational and community goals while creating leaders at all levels.

Vision: The vision of OD&HR is to become the leader in organizational development and the employer of choice by fostering a culture where employees are trusted, valued, and empowered to reach their personal and career potential.

Diversity and Inclusion: We value diversity and ensure that every voice is heard. Our goal is to foster innovation and collaboration by embracing different perspectives, creating an environment where bold ideas thrive.

Employee Testimonials: Our employees are at the heart of our success. Their mindset and heart set align with our "One City" culture, fostering growth and collaboration. Hear from some of our team members about their experiences and how our supportive work environment has shaped their careers. [Maybe insert employee testimonials here?]

Employee Engagement: We actively encourage employee participation through events such as our annual Halloween Meet and Treat, Veterans Day Celebration, Annual Banquet, and Mingle and Jingle in December. We also host Careers and Coffee in partnership with GBIC to promote a stronger local workforce.

Training and Development: We believe in developing employees at all levels of the organization, from executives and assistant directors to middle management and frontline staff, as part of our Participatory Leadership Model. Our Employee Leadership Conference helps employees deepen their understanding of our "One City" culture while providing an in-house conference experience.

Onboarding:  Our Onboarding introduces employees to our policies, culture, and workplace values. It includes a Meet and Greet during their second month to allow new hires to network with each other and the leadership team during their orientation period.

Services: OD&HR offers services including the Employee Life Cycle, Right Fit Process, training, development, compensation, benefits administration, and support with labor law and collective bargaining.

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Additional information surrounding our benefits and resources can be view further by following this link: Employee Health Benefits | Brownsville, TX (brownsvilletx.gov)