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News Releases | February 15, 2024

UFCU Named Best Workplace for Parents for Fourth Year

AUSTIN, Texas, February 15, 2024 — As an employer committed to workplace excellence, UFCU once again has been recognized for prioritizing the health and well-being of its employees and families. For the fourth consecutive year, UFCU, Austin’s largest locally owned financial institution, has earned the designation of “Best Place for Working Parents®” by Early Matters Greater Austin (EMGA).

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In awarding the Best Place for Working Parents designation, EMGA evaluated UFCU on its investment in 10 family-friendly policies and practices including healthcare coverage options, paid time off, workplace flexibility, and childcare assistance.

“We believe that being an organization that values the needs of its employees and their families is a game changer toward helping them lead better lives,” said UFCU CEO and President Michael Crowl. “Healthy work-life balance leads to healthy organizations and healthy individuals. We are proud that UFCU continues to be an employer of choice because we focus first on what matters most to our employees.”

UFCU offers a comprehensive range of employee services aimed at ensuring employees’ health, financial security, and career growth. Employees have access to an onsite gym and fitness discounts; education reimbursement and student loan repayment programs; financial education and advice; flexible workplace programs allowing employees to spend at least 50% of their time working remotely; legal assistance; employee discount programs, including childcare; and paid parental leave. UFCU encourages employees to support their communities through paid volunteer time off and matching charitable contributions. Visit UFCU.org/careers to learn more about UFCU and explore opportunities to join the UFCU team.

About UFCU
As a Member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, UFCU is passionate about helping Members improve their lives. With more than 375,000 Members and approximately $4.042 billion in total assets as of Dec. 31, 2023, UFCU offers a variety of products, services, and education programs to empower Members in achieving financial success. Find more information at UFCU.org, Facebook, X, Instagram.