We learned long ago that organizations succeed or fail based on how effectively they make performance and quality a part of their company culture. We believe this starts with learning to identify and channel the talents and creativity of each employee.

We have also learned that when everyone is encouraged to contribute, a high level of performance and quality follows naturally. For this reason, we have high expectations of our leaders, our employees and anyone else who acts on our behalf, including brokers, contractors, consultants, etc.

The Tillamook Way
To help remind and guide us, we.ve established a formal list of expectations called .The Tillamook Way.. It includes the following:

• Focus on the issue, not the person.
• Value others. dignity, confidence and self-esteem.
• Foster positive, respectful relationships.
• Take initiative to make things better.
• Lead by example.
• Celebrate our successes.

Human Resources Philosophy
We are committed to fair and consistent treatment of all employees, and to meeting the following organizational goals:

• Deliver competitive wages to attract and retain the talented employees needed for our long-term success.
• Provide competitive benefits that serve our employees and their families.
• Provide professional growth and development by encouraging life-long learning, providing coaching and mentoring from experienced leaders and preparing employees for promotional opportunities.
• Strive to minimize employment fluctuations by carefully planning our human resource needs. When these situations prove unavoidable, treat employees in a responsible, respectful manner.