Address the following points in the submission: Briefly, describe how exceptional contributions - improved operations and the attainment of program objectives significantly contributed to technological progress/developments on the job resulted in savings to the Federal Government (equipment, manpower, time and other resources) and improvements impacted customers and/or the public and accomplishments enhanced the public image of government employees

Address the following points in the submission: Briefly, describe how exceptional contributions - improved operations and the attainment of program objectives significantly contributed to technological progress/developments on the job resulted in savings to the Federal Government (equipment, manpower, time and other resources) and improvements impacted customers and/or the public and accomplishments enhanced the public image of government employees

Address the following in the submission: A desire to help others Has provided positive formal or informal experiences Has a good reputation for helping others develop their skills Provided time and mental energy to devote to the relationship Individuals who are still willing/ able to learn and who see the potential benefits of a mentoring relationship Individuals who have demonstrated effective coaching. counseling, facilitating and networking skills Skills of your agencies executives and other workers are your most valuable asset; describe how your mentor cultivates “skills” throughout your organization and/or within our community. How does awardee help others define individual goals, achieve their potential and discover their strengths.

Address the following point in the submission: Describe leadership in community activities and personal achievements that resulted in distinct benefits to the community.

For the Team Award: - Describe what and how your organization and your employees expanded the common and the individual possibilities. How members of your organization identified and exploited the ordinary and took that opportunity to improve the end result…..doing and making things right. Address team’s (clear and meaningful) accountability for results--cite tangible and/or intangible results. - Describe a particularly difficult or important mission, operation or assignment accomplished by the group/team that demonstrated distinctive leadership and teamwork involvement. - Describe how the accomplishment had major significance or provided innovative service to others or provided substantially increased productivity or improved quality in terms of customer focus and satisfaction and strategic planning.

Address the following points in the submission: Briefly, describe how exceptional contributions - improved operations and the attainment of program objectives significantly contributed to technological progress/developments on the job resulted in savings to the Federal Government (equipment, manpower, time and other resources) and improvements impacted customers and/or the public and accomplishments enhanced the public image of government employees

Leadership is exemplified by the employee who, regardless of position, demonstrates the character and ability to influence and motivate others in accomplishing a major program and/or change that resulted in substantial contributions to improving service to the public. Nominees should exhibit high levels of integrity, inspire trust, and exemplify dedication to public service. Nominees should serve as role models for both inspiration and generating results. Accomplishments might include areas such as empowering employees, mentoring and developing others, promoting creativity, facilitating collaboration, and building diversity. Describe exceptional management skill, leadership traits, and participation in developing/implementing innovative, cost effective programs/operations that are reflected in improved service to customers or public that the organization serves. Address how the agency’s excellent leader aligns performance incentives for individual employees, for teams, and/or for its leadership where accomplishments are tied to reaching agency’s mission objectives. Describe how the individual empowers and challenges workforce; keeps open lines of communication. Describe how the individual is flexible and adapts to a rapidly changing environment.