Telework (or Telecommuting) is a powerful management option that allows selected employees to work from home, or a State office location closer to home, one or more days a week.   Telework offers a more productive working environment with fewer distractions that results in better job performance, improved employee morale and job satisfaction, reduced absenteeism and sick leave usage.  Telework can also help retain valued employees and help recruit top quality new people while improving the quality of life in our communities.

You have been selected by your director to oversee your agency's telework program. All state agencies, boards and commissions are mandated to implement the State’s program with the goal of having 20% of State employees in Maricopa County actively participating.  While it may not be possible for some small agencies, boards and commissions to achieve this goal, it is imperative that these offices support this program to the best of their ability.  This is not a thankless task by any means.  You will be able to see first hand how your agency, its many employees and the community will benefit from your efforts.  When you score in this game, we all win!