Iowa Central Community College has once again been recognized as a Top Workplace, marking four consecutive yearsof this distinction. In addition, for the first time, Iowa Central has earned a #9 ranking among educational institutions with 500–999 employees in the 2025 Top Workplaces awards.
These honors reflect Iowa Central’s commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and engaging work environment where employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the college’s mission. Iowa Central promotes intellectual discovery, physical development, social and ethical awareness, and economic opportunity for all through an education that transforms lives, strengthens community, and inspires progress. The purpose of empowering students to achieve their better life through pathways that start at Iowa Central remains cornerstone to everything at Iowa Central.
“Our faculty and staff are the heart of Iowa Central,” said Dr. Jesse Ulrich, President of Iowa Central Community College. “Being recognized as a Top Workplace for four years in a row is a testament to the culture they create every day, and earning the #9 national education ranking for the first time underscores our dedication to excellence in higher education.”
Iowa Central’s employees exemplify the college’s Service Excellence Values, developed collaboratively to ensure that professionalism, integrity, and excellence are at the core of all interactions with students, guests, and colleagues.
The Top Workplaces program evaluates organizations based on employee feedback regarding engagement, leadership, communication, and overall workplace satisfaction. Iowa Central’s recognition highlights its position as a leader in higher education and as a highly regarded employer in the region.