Sedgwick County's Mission
To assure
quality public
services that provide for
the present and future well-being of the citizens
of Sedgwick County.
To
establish, maintain and nurture partnerships to ensure effective and
efficient delivery of services.
To
train, encourage and recognize employees for hard work, creativity
and innovation in delivering quality public services.
To
foster two-way communication with citizens and employees to build
trust, confidence and teamwork, and to ensure Informed decisions.
To
allocate and use resources for basic and essential services that are
responsive to the changing needs of our community.
As adopted through strategic planning departmental
implementation Meetings and the
values consolidation meeting:
CORE VALUES
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accepting responsibility for our job performances, actions, behavior, and the resources
entrusted to us.
COMMITMENT
Individual and collective dedication of employees to their jobs and the organization in
providing quality services to meet client/customer needs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Providing a work environment which is fair to all current and prospective employees
through equal treatment in employee benefits, promotions, training, continuing education,
and daily responsibilities, as well as fair and equitable access for all citizens and consumers of Sedgwick County Services
HONESTY
Truthful, forthright interaction among employees, management, and the public - which
fosters trust, integrity and a lasting working relationship.
OPEN COMMUNICATION
The honest exchange and processing of ideas and information with the public, coworkers,
staff, other departments, and administration.
PROFESSIONALISM
An individual promoting honesty, respect, pride, positive self image and team effort;
adhering to a high standard of ethical conduct, competence, and innovation; and who
acknowledges criticism, accepts responsibility, and strives for occupational growth.
RESPECT
Consistently demonstrating a deep regard for the diversity, needs, feelings, and beliefs of
all
people, and acknowledging ideas and opinions of every employee, citizen and consumer.
