Page 8 - CZS Employee Handbook

ValuesOur Organizational
Our strategic vision, compelling mission, and shared values are why we are a leading conservation
organization, one that people are proud of and which people want to be a part. By embracing these
values, we preserve and reinforce what we believe in, what makes us unique, and what makes us
successful in achieving our mission. We take PRIDE in everything we do. Our core values are:

Our core values are:

PEOPLE – Working as one team to create a better world for • Continuing to learn, grow, and apply new knowledge•
• Making positive environmental choices in everyday
wildlife and nature behaviors and actions
• Understanding our unique role and how we contribute
• Performing meaningful and purposeful work every day DIVERSITY – Embracing and valuing differences and
• Building trusting relationships through open and honest
communication commonalities
• Building capacity and human capital by training others • Fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment
for all
RESULTS – Acting with a sense of urgency to achieve • Being open-minded and respectful of others
• Capitalizing on everyone’s unique and diverse talents
measurable institutional outcomes and strengths
• Understanding what is expected of us and following • Reaching out and building partnerships with diverse
through on commitments people and organizations
• Ensuring that goals and objectives are aligned with
institutional priorities ENTHUSIASM – Bringing energy and passion to our work
• Being empowered to get things done and make a
meaningful difference every day
• Ensuring a safe and healthy environment in all we do • Leveraging our people and resources to create FUN!
• Creating a sense of community and CZS “family”
INNOVATION – Seeking ways to continuously improve • Supporting work/life balance
• Celebrating accomplishments, successes, and special
• Streamlining processes and making timely decisions moments
• Identifying opportunities and offering creative ideas
and solutions Our planning and efforts are organized around four
• Embracing a dynamic and changing workplace institutional “pillars” that are key to our success:
• Innovations and Excellence in Conservation Leadership
and Animal Welfare
• Providing an Extraordinary Guest Experience
• Being an Institution of Choice
• Ensuring a Sustainable Future

6 Introduction