The county said the 32-hour workweek has attracted a host of new talent: Applications have spiked 85.5% and open positions are being filled 23.75% faster, while more employees are staying in their jobs — separation (employees quitting or retiring) dropped by 48%. And 84% of employees said their work-life balance was better.

“This is meeting many of the goals that we set out to do when we implemented it,” Hudson said, noting the county is looking for opportunities to expand the initiative.

For the Rezabeks, the schedule has eased their workload and created space for other jobs they love. Kristen, who works a second job at the local hospital, is now effectively getting paid for a six-day workweek while working only 40 hours.