| Best in Midwest Current Targets | Best in Midwest Current Status | |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Attainment | 60% | 52.2% |
| Labor Force Participation | 70% | 63.1% |
Best Place to Work
MDHEWD has set an internal goal to be the best place to work in state government. The department strives to create an environment where staff can grow and thrive. A culture teamwork and collaboration results in increased retention and productivity, helping staff to better support programs, build strong partnerships, and deliver excellence to Missourians.
Current Targets
- Increase quarterly pulse survey scores in key areas.
- Increase retention rates of MDHEWD staff.
- Maintain high engagement on department newsletter.