3021 78th St. Norway, IA 52318
1-844-550-6200 | Mon-Fri 7a–6p CT
Frontier Co-op employees enjoying lunch on the patio

BENEFITS & CULTURE

At Frontier Co-op, we take pride in the many ways we work to meet our employees wherever they’re at in life. Our Human Resources team works hard to continuously evolve the benefits we offer to meet the ever-changing needs of our team members. Whether you recently graduated and are looking to grow professionally, you’re ready to start a family, you’re planning for retirement, or you’re facing personal challenges and looking for support, at Frontier Co-op we have benefits programs to support you in whatever stage of life you’re in.

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The researched Top 10 Policies speak to benefits for families and their positive impact on business’ profitability.

Frontier Co-op Childcare worker helping with crafts

Childcare Benefits

Since its founding in 1976, Frontier Co-op has made childcare a central part of its culture by offering subsidized, onsite childcare at our Norway, Iowa headquarters—licensed to care for 112 children daily—and providing additional support like wraparound care with local schools, as well as a reimbursement program for employees who use offsite childcare.

Frontier Co-op employees volunteering

Volunteering

Many employees come to Frontier Co-op because they’re looking for somewhere their work will help make a difference in the world. To support this, Frontier Co-op provides 8 hours of paid time off for employees to volunteer with local non-profit organizations every year.

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Tuition Reimbursement

Frontier Co-op offers a no-strings-attached reimbursement program for employees pursuing formal education, covering up to $5,250 annually for Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees, $10,000 for Master’s degrees, as well as professional development opportunities, including technical and soft skills training and certification programs. In the past two years, Frontier’s reimbursement program has supported more than 20 employees in advancing their education and career.

Frontier Co-op employee sitting at desk

Promotion From Within

At Frontier Co-op, we prioritize promoting from within through our GROW development program, which helps employees identify their strengths and interests, fostering meaningful conversations with managers to explore potential career paths and opportunities for advancement.

All of the supervisors that I’ve had since I started have really pushed me along. They showed me that I can get wherever I want to in life and I can show my children that.

Denise Hernandez, HR Coordinator

Highlighted Employee Benefits

Financial Benefits

Financial Planning
All employees have access to free financial planning, regardless of what stage of life they're in.
529 College Savings Match
Frontier Co-op matches employee contributions to 529 College Savings Plans up to $1,000 per year for their children and grandchildren.
Cash Advance Program
We understand that life happens and emergencies arise without warning that may require money prior to payday. Employees can access a portion of their eared wages (no more than 50%) during the current pay period for a fee of $1 per $100 borrowed.
Education Reimbursement
Employee development is important at Frontier Co-op. Employees are eligible for up to $5,250 per calender year for an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, and up to $10,000 per year for a Master's degree up to $30,000 total.
Subsidized Childcare or Childcare Reimbursement
To accommodate the needs of our employee parents, Frontier Co-op operates a licensed onsite childcare center at our headquarters in Norway, IA. For employees who choose to utilize other childcare providers, we offer childcare reimbursement to all employees whose children attend a DHS certified provider, regardless of where and when they work.

Other Unique Benefits

Loan for Computer Purchases
Discounts on Company Products
Gym Reimbursement
New Pioneer Food Co-op Membership
Wellness Coaching
Walking Trail
Scholarships for Family Members
Massages
Parental Leave
Onsite Organic Cafe

Additional Support

Work-life Integration
Paid days off for important life events including your wedding, graduation, personal legal business, transitioning a parent or spouse to a long-term care facility, jury/witness duty, bereavement, and parental leave.
Doing Good, Works
Employees receive 8 hours of paid time per fiscal year to volunteer with any registered non-profit organization of their choice. Paid volunteer time can be used anytime, including off-shifts and weekends.
Pet Insurance
Employees are eligible for a discounted rate to protect their pets.
Frontier Co-op annual employee party
Annual Employee Party
retirement party with cake
Retirement Party
Children's Halloween Parade at the Frontier Co-op Childcare Center.
Children's Halloween Parade!
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