Local government of Mühlheim granted accreditation for family-friendly human resource practices
The city of Mühlheim, located in the Offenbach district, has been awarded the prestigious "Family-Friendly Employer in Hesse" certificate in June 2025. This recognition comes as a testament to the city's commitment to work-life balance and family-friendliness.
Mayor Dr. Alexander Krey views this certificate as a commitment, not just an award. He stated, "Families are the building blocks of society, and we strive to live by this principle in Mühlheim."
The certificate was presented by Minister of the Interior Roman Poseck, in recognition of the city's efforts to prioritize employee well-being. The award is based on a fixed agreement on the further development of a family-friendly personnel policy.
A municipal team, in collaboration with the certificate team, defined specific goals and measures to be implemented within two years. These activities cover the areas of "Leadership & Culture", "Working Hours & Workplace", "Information", and "Offers for Employees".
Birgit Wengenroth, the internal women's and equal opportunities officer, emphasizes the importance of the certification. She believes the certificate demonstrates that work-life balance and family-friendliness are not just words but actions in Mühlheim.
Mühlheim is the first municipality in the Offenbach district to receive this distinction. As a family-friendly employer, the city continues to build on existing offers for various internal and external information and feedback, mobile work, and flexible hours. Typical measures that such employers often implement include flexible working hours to accommodate family needs, options for part-time work or remote work, on-site childcare facilities or partnerships with local childcare providers, parental leave policies that go beyond legal requirements, support programs for parents returning to work after leave, family-oriented events, and counseling services.
For exact measures specific to Mühlheim during 2025-2027, it is recommended to check official statements from the municipality of Mühlheim, local government publications, or contact their human resources department directly.
In the spirit of prioritizing family-centric initiatives, Mayor Dr. Alexander Krey asserts that family-dynamics are crucial building blocks for society, prompting Mühlheim's ongoing commitment to this principle. To enhance the quality of life for its employees, the city plans to implement specific measures in the areas of 'Leadership & Culture', 'Working Hours & Workplace', 'Information', and 'Offers for Employees', aligning it with other family-friendly employers. This other-centric lifestyle may even involve flexible working hours, parental leave policies, and family-oriented events, all aimed at fostering a balanced home-and-garden environment that contributes to strong relationships within the community.
