ESSEX cares ABOUT
VALUES & CULTURE
Our company values drive our day-to-day behaviors as we aim to create a better and more progressive workplace. We are focused on promoting a sense of community while supporting a diverse, inclusive, and engaged workforce.
Act with Integrity
Integrity is defined as the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. At Essex, we take pride in doing the right thing by keeping our word, taking responsibility for our personal actions, and treating people with kindness.
Care About What Matters
Essex promotes a culture that is enduring and passionate in our commitment to greatness. As a company, we care about our residents, employees, and shareholders, and we strive to uphold our day-to-day values in our interaction with others.
Lead at Every Level
Leading at every level can apply to anyone, no matter what position or title they hold. Every one of our Essex employees has an opportunity to lead, whether by leading a team or by being a self-starter, leading by example to positively influence those around them.
Do Right with Urgency
Doing right with urgency doesn’t just mean working to complete tasks quickly. In order to successfully accomplish our goals, both immediate and long term, we strive to apply prioritization and a sense of purpose to our daily tasks.
Seek Fairness
Seeking fairness is desiring to obtain and achieve impartial and just treatment without bias. At Essex, we believe everyone deserves fair and equal treatment. By keeping an open mind and allowing ourselves to explore fresh perspectives, we create an environment in which fairness can thrive.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We believe a company focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is the key driver of innovation and collaboration. Essex employees, their backgrounds, experiences, and talents are the foundation of our advantage. Our diverse team includes veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and persons of all colors, ages, and genders.
The DEI Team acts to ensure the safety, inclusion, and celebration of the varying intersectional identities of our team. This team aims to deliver expansive education and events to create a sum greater than its parts. At Essex, we strive to shape a transformational culture.
Through employee-led affinity groups, associates can come together over common interests with the goal of sharing their experiences and promoting awareness and learning.
Our Rainbow Alliance Group focuses on promoting recruitment, retention, and growth opportunities for LGBTQA+ team members.
This women-formed group fosters a sense of community and inclusion while engaging, educating, enabling, and empowering our female team members.
Our Values Drive What We Do
We're committed to fostering a culture focused on employee engagement. We do so by creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and prioritizes the overall well-being of our team members and our community.
Promoting a culture of caring is a priority for us, which is why our Essex Volunteer Policy permits eligible associates to take up to eight (8) paid work hours per calendar year to participate with a qualified volunteer organization.
Each month we recognize various cultures throughout the year. To amplify the conversation, we have established ongoing DEI education and training courses, and have launched monthly DEI events featuring guest speakers.