MADISON, FL – North Florida College has been named one of the 2026 Best Companies to Work For
in Florida, earning the No. 31 ranking among midsized employers statewide in Florida Trend magazine's annual rankings.
The statewide recognition places North Florida College among Florida's premier employers
across both the public and private sectors. Organizations from throughout the state
compete annually for the distinction, making it one of Florida's most prestigious
workplace honors.
"We are honored to be recognized as one of Florida's Best Companies to Work For,"
said Tyler Coody, Vice President of Employee Services. "This recognition reflects
the people who make North Florida College such a special place. Our employees are
deeply committed to serving our students and communities, and together we have built
a workplace rooted in collaboration, respect and purpose. I am incredibly proud of
our team and grateful for the culture they have created."
The annual Best Companies to Work For in Florida program, presented by Florida Trend in partnership with Workforce Research Group, evaluates participating employers through
a comprehensive two-part assessment. The selection process includes an in-depth review
of workplace policies, practices and demographics, along with confidential employee
surveys measuring workplace culture, leadership, communication, professional development,
benefits, employee engagement and overall satisfaction.
The recognition reflects North Florida College's ongoing investment in its employees
and its mission-driven culture. The College has built an environment where faculty
and staff are empowered to innovate, grow professionally and make a meaningful impact
on students and the communities it serves.
This latest honor adds to a growing list of statewide and national recognitions earned
by North Florida College. Earlier this year, the College celebrated 10 consecutive
years of recognition as a Great College to Work For, underscoring NFC's longstanding commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace
culture. The Great Colleges to Work For® program provides senior-level administrators
and academic leaders with insights on the quality of the workplace experience for
faculty and staff and the competitiveness of their policies and benefits.
For more than 65 years, North Florida College has served as the educational cornerstone
of rural North Florida, providing affordable, high-quality academic and workforce
education while cultivating a workplace dedicated to excellence, service and student
success.
About Florida Trend
Florida Trend is Florida's statewide business magazine, providing in-depth reporting and analysis
on business, economic development, education, health care and public policy. Each
year, the magazine recognizes Florida's top employers through its Best Companies to
Work For in Florida program, highlighting organizations that excel in workplace culture
and employee satisfaction. The complete list of the 2026 Best Companies to Work For
in Florida is available at www.floridatrend.com/best-companies/.
To learn more about employment opportunities at North Florida College, visit www.nfc.edu/about/employment-opportunities/ or contact Employee Services at HumanResources@nfc.edu.
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NFC Vice President of Employee Services
Tyler Coody, VP Employee Services and Katie Terry, Coordinator of Graduation and Enrollment Services
NFC faculty and staff
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