Explore Employee Engagement Groups and discover ways to connect with coworkers across Larimer County.
Employee Engagement Groups (EEGs) are voluntary, employee-led groups that bring Larimer County employees together around shared interests, experiences, or goals. EEGs are designed to foster connection, encourage dialogue, and support personal and professional growth.
EEGs are open to everyone. You do not need to identify with a specific background or role to participate; if a group interests you, you are welcome to join.
EEGs support Larimer County’s Guiding Principles by promoting collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and a respectful, engaging workplace culture. Through participation in EEGs, employees may:
Build meaningful connections across departments
Develop leadership, communication, and networking skills
Gain new perspectives and professional growth opportunities
Joining an EEG is easy and open to all Larimer County employees, including full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and interns.
EEGs are meant to be welcoming, meaning that anyone can join or start an EEG. Employees can explore what EEGs are open for membership by visiting the "Current EEGs" tab and completing the interest form.
Interested in starting an Employee Engagement Group? We welcome new ideas and connections.
Getting started:
Any individual interested in starting and leading an Employee Engagement Group will need to complete the EEG Interest form.
After receiving the interest form, Nicole Berg, Learning and Development Manager, will schedule a brief meeting to answer questions, provide support to get the group started, and discuss next steps.
EEG leaders serve as ambassadors for their groups and are responsible for creating welcoming, respectful spaces for all members.
Tabletop RPG Storytellers - NEW A group that meets monthly in the evenings to roll dice and tell stories! Tabletop RPG Storytellers is for anyone even remotely interested in collaborative storytelling, achieved here through role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons. New players are more than welcome!
Tarot & Oracle Card Reading - NEW This group is for employees interested in exploring tarot and oracle cards as tools for reflection, creativity, and discussion. Participants can share insights, learn about different decks and interpretations, and practice readings in a welcoming environment. All experience levels are welcome.
Trailmix & Hill - NEW Trailmix & Hill brings employees together to explore Colorado’s landscapes while connecting with coworkers. The group hosts preplanned hikes twice a month on easy to moderate trails, and members can suggest future hikes. All experience levels are welcome; just come prepared with appropriate gear, food, and water.
Each EEG sets its own meeting schedule and format, which may include in-person, virtual, or hybrid meetings. Time spent participating in EEG meetings or activities is unpaid.
EEG Introduction Video (Available via Absorb, search for Employee Engagement Groups to enroll and view.)
Employee Guide for EEGs
Leader Guide for EEGs
Meeting rooms for in-person gatherings
Zoom for virtual or hybrid meetings
County email for group communication
Training and tools available through the Learning Center
If an EEG plans an event outside of regular meetings, the EEG leader should contact the Employee Experience Advisory Council (EEAC) for coordination and support. The EEAC provides guidance, recommendations, and may assist with promotion or collaboration.
All EEG activities, meetings, and communications must follow Larimer County policies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity and Unlawful Harassment Policy. EEG leaders and members are responsible for maintaining welcoming, respectful environments.
For detailed expectations, leadership guidance, and policy information, please refer to the Employee Engagement Group Reference Guide.
EEGs follow all Larimer County policies, including Equal Employment Opportunity and Unlawful Harassment policies. Detailed expectations are outlined in the Employee Engagement Group Reference Guide.
No. Supervisor approval is not required to join an EEG. If meetings or activities take place during work hours, you may need to coordinate scheduling and workload expectations with your supervisor.
Is participation in EEGs considered paid time?
Since participation in EEGs is voluntary, meetings, activities, and events are unpaid time.
Who can join an EEG?
All Larimer County employees are welcome to join any EEG that interests them. This includes full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and interns.
How are EEGs different from other employee groups and/or associations?
EEGs are voluntary, employee-led groups focused on connection, engagement, and development. They do not represent employees regarding terms or conditions of employment.
What if I already lead an informal group or am part of an informal group? Do I have to move my group to an EEG shared space?
No, you don't. If you would like to, you're welcome to do so by filling out the interest form.
What if my department or office doesn't use Zoom chat, so I don't have access to the EEG shared spaces, but I want to participate?
You are still welcome to participate. Please contact Nicole Berg, Learning and Development Manager, to let her know which groups from the Current EEGs tab on the webpage you're interested in joining. Nicole will get you connected with the EEG Leader(s), so you can be added to meetings and communication in another way.
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Employee Engagement Groups (EEGs) are voluntary, employee-led groups that bring Larimer County employees together around shared interests, experiences, or goals. EEGs are designed to foster connection, encourage dialogue, and support personal and professional growth. 
