Northern Wasco County PUD Named Among Oregon’s Top 100 Nonprofit Employers for 2024

The Dalles, OR – October 14, 2024 – Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District
(NWCPUD) has been recognized as one of the “100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon”
for 2024 by Oregon Business magazine. Ranking 21st among the Large Organizations on
the prestigious list, Northern Wasco County PUD achieved an impressive score of 570.29
out of 700, highlighting its commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace
excellence.

The annual list, which evaluates nonprofits based on employee feedback, considers
various workplace factors including work environment, management and
communications, mission and goals, career development and learning, and benefits and
compensation.

“We’re deeply honored to be recognized among Oregon’s top nonprofit employers,” said
Roger Kline, CEO and General Manager at Northern Wasco County PUD. “This
achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture
while delivering quality electric service at some of Oregon’s lowest rates.”

Employee feedback particularly emphasized the NWCPUD’s clear mission and vision,
strong organizational culture, and excellent work-life balance. One employee noted, “Our
organization is made up of competent, hard-working staff, and our benefits and work
practices allow for a great work/life balance.”

With 64 employees serving The Dalles and surrounding communities, Northern Wasco
County PUD stands out for its:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Strong emphasis on organizational culture
  • Clear articulation and execution of mission and goals
  • Commitment to employee development

As various sectors face ongoing challenges with staffing and retention, Northern Wasco
County PUD’s recognition demonstrates its success in creating an environment where
employees can thrive while serving their community.

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Northern Wasco County People’s Utility District (NWCPUD) is a customer-owned utility
serving nearly 25,000 residents and businesses in Wasco County, Oregon. Established in
August 1939 and delivering power since April 1949, NWCPUD is committed to providing
reliable, competitively-priced, carbon-free electricity and environmentally responsible
services. True to our name, our focus is on the people we serve. For more information,
visit: https://www.nwascopud.org.