One of our core values at SAFE is Winning Workforce. This value reflects our commitment to a culture where employees feel supported and empowered to grow professionally.
Leaders at SAFE are constantly thinking about ways to further improve our workplace culture to meet employees’ needs. This hard work pays off through higher retention rates and positive feedback.
It’s always a plus when that effort earns accolades from others as well. In October 2025, SAFE received the honor of being named a Best Place to Work in the Greater Sacramento region for the sixth time since 2018! What I appreciate most about this honor is that it is based exclusively on surveys our employees take where they share their thoughts on leadership, workplace culture, work-life balance, benefits, and career advancement opportunities. In other words, it’s our very own employees saying that they consider SAFE a best place to work!
As the chief human resources officer at SAFE, I have the privilege of working with amazing leaders and talented team members who support fellow employees who, in turn, assist our members with expertise and empathy.
So, what goes into cultivating a Winning Workforce?
Fostering a Culture of Respect
At SAFE, we start with a strong base of respect for one another. Out of this respect comes trust and the comforting knowledge that leaders and co-workers will help one another. We encourage employees to bring their best selves to work, and are invited to share ideas about innovation, improvements, and fresh takes on member service.
Work-life Balance
A Winning Workforce culture understands that employees have meaningful and rich lives outside of work hours. Employees who honor their employees’ personal responsibilities and needs will create an environment where employees can be completely present during work hours. At SAFE, we promote work-life balance in a number of ways, including a hybrid work schedule for back-office employees, baby bonding time for new parents, and a culture that does not rely on overtime to accomplish business objectives.
Career Advancement and Clear Pathways
At SAFE, we’re proud that a fair number of our leaders started in our branches and Contact Center. We are a strong believer that professional experience can be equitable to a college degree, and make hiring and promotion decisions accordingly. Our employees work with their leaders to identify career growth opportunities and what they need to accomplish to be eligible. We set clear guidelines on expectations for each position and management level so employees can best prepare.
Training and Education
To support career development, SAFE has an entire team dedicated to talent and leadership development. From first-day onboarding and orientation to continued educational opportunities to expand skills, SAFE provides a range of workshops, online learning, and leadership building opportunities for employees.
Benefits That Help Build Financial Freedom
SAFE believes in building financial freedom for our members and our employees. We offer a host of benefits that help our employees gain peace of mind and save for the future. SAFE offers a variety of health care plans, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, as well as access to no-cost legal services, identify theft protection, mental wellbeing services, and even pet insurance.
So for those considering making a career move, consider joining our Winning Workforce at one of the best places to work!
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