Northville Township picked up its fourth straight Michigan Top Workplaces award from the Detroit Free Press, the township announced Monday, Nov. 9.
The township also earned its second USA TODAY Top Workplaces honor, eight Culture Excellence Awards and a record-high 86% Workplace Experience Score. That score represents an eight-point increase from its previous rating, according to the township.
The township said it remains the only local municipality in Michigan to receive the Detroit Free Press distinction in the program’s history. It first earned the award in 2023.
“This recognition reflects the confidence our employees have in Northville Township as a place where they feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed,” Township Manager Glenn Caldwell said in the announcement. “That same confidence extends to our residents, who trust us to manage their taxpayer dollars responsibly and deliver the services they depend on.”
The awards are based on employee feedback. In the township’s latest confidential survey, administered by Energage LLC, an employee engagement technology company, 79.3% of employees participated, the township said.
This year, Northville Township is among 203 organizations recognized statewide, including 71 in the category for employers with 150 to 499 employees, according to the township. The award organizer’s listing confirms the township’s recognition in that category.
The eight Culture Excellence Awards cover compensation and benefits, employee well-being, innovation, leadership, professional development, purpose and values, appreciation, and work-life flexibility, the township said.
“To be recognized among the best workplaces in the nation, not once but twice and four times in the state of Michigan, is an extraordinary accomplishment,” Township Supervisor Mark J. Abbo said. He added that the honors are especially meaningful because they come directly from employees.
Chelsea Ditz, the township’s human resources director, said the employee feedback helps guide future efforts. She emphasized using employees’ responses to identify further improvements.
Fire Lt. Jake Fedel, who joined the township in 2019, said the workplace culture encourages teamwork and individual growth. “Employees are given opportunities to develop their skills, pursue their goals and make a meaningful impact, not only in their own careers but across the organization,” Fedel said.
Northville Township is among 203 employers recognized statewide this year, with its Workplace Experience Score climbing eight points to a record 86%, according to the township.
