Employer Connection

Commute Solutions for Frederick County Businesses

Frederick County Employer Connection is Frederick County’s free resource for businesses seeking to improve their employees' commutes. Whether your business is facing challenges with lengthy travel times, limited parking, or employee retention, Frederick County Employer Connection offers customized solutions to make commuting less stressful, more affordable, and more sustainable.

The Employer Connection program is offered by Transit Services of Frederick County at no cost to all companies located within the county. We are also an affiliate of Commuter Connections, a regional network supporting commuters and employers throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Learn more about all of our free services in our brochure

Our Services

We work directly with employers to develop and support commuter programs tailored to the needs of their workforce.

Commuter Plan Development

Frederick County Employer Connection provides expert guidance to help employers launch or enhance commuter benefit programs, including:

These programs can improve employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and ease parking and traffic congestion. Learn more about how you can ease your employees’ commutes here.

Personalized Commute Plan Development

Employees can access individualized commute plans that offer:

  • Customized, step-by-step directions
  • Alternative transportation recommendations
  • Connections to available incentives and programs

Onboarding and Educational Materials

We offer customized materials to support employee onboarding and education. These resources help new and existing staff understand their commute options and learn how to take advantage of employer-provided programs and regional incentives, such as CommuterCash, Guaranteed Ride Home, and more.

Events and Surveys

Frederick County Employer Connection can support your workplace events through:

  • Lunch-and-learn sessions 
  • Wellness or benefits fairs
  • Virtual webinars and onboarding presentations
  • Customized events tailored to your workforce

Additionally, understanding employee commute patterns can help

employers make informed decisions. We offer survey development, data analysis, and actionable recommendations to help identify challenges, opportunities, and solutions for employee commute-related challenges.

Telework Support

Interested in launching or formalizing a telework policy? We offer resources and best practices to help your organization create a successful and sustainable telework program.

Get In Touch 

To learn more or request support, contact Employer Connection or Transit's Rideshare Coordinator

A graphic summary of the programs Frederick County Commuter Connections offers.
Vanpool Incentive Program graphic that details the subsidy cost based on size of van and passengers.

Vanpool Support and Incentives

Vanpools are a cost-effective and low-stress option for employees with long commute times. Employer Connection supports vanpool formation and connects eligible employees with Frederick County’s Vanpool Incentive Program, which offers financial assistance to qualifying participants.