Dunn County Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace

MENOMONIE, Wis. -- Family Friendly Workplaces is happy to announce that Dunn County has earned a gold-level certification as a Family Friendly Workplace, recognizing its commitment to supporting employees' well-being and work-life balance. 

“In Dunn County, we recognize that a healthy work-life balance is essential to the well-being and long-term success of our employees,” said Jenalee Nutter, Dunn County Human Resources Director. “Earning this certification reinforces our commitment to fostering a workplace where our team is empowered to thrive both professionally and personally. We believe that when our employees are supported, our entire community benefits.” 

Dunn County earned this certification after a comprehensive evaluation of its workplace policies, including flexible work options, parental leave, healthcare benefits, and family-centric support programs. As a certified employer, Dunn County is now entitled to use the Family Friendly Workplaces logo in their talent attraction and retention work, as well as access a range of other benefits.  

“We’re proud to recognize Dunn County as the fourth county to be certified as a Family Friendly Workplace,” said Neil Kline, Executive Director of Family Friendly Workplaces. “Their commitment to supporting employees and strengthening the community truly reflects the core values of a family-friendly organization. 

Family Friendly Workplaces, Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Woodville that focuses on addressing western Wisconsin's workforce shortage, strengthening western Wisconsin families; certifying businesses as Family Friendly; encouraging the adoption of family-friendly workplace practices; and raising awareness and building a sustainable funding model to support family-friendly workplaces and practices.  

Their primary program is the Employer Certification Program, which helps employers earn a Family Friendly Workplace Certification by offering workplace practices that support families and contributing financially to family-supporting programs. 

For more information about Family Friendly Workplaces and its certification program, visit