If you know a state employee who consistently excels beyond expectations, you have until February 14 to nominate them for either the Extra Mile Award or the Leadership Award.

They could be a coworker, your employee, your supervisor, or a whole team (section, division or department) - anyone who you think has made a meaningful impact and deserves recognition for their dedication to public service.

•  Any state employee can nominate an individual or team for an award. 
•  Nominees can be state government or higher education employees. 
•  Nominations are due by February 14, 2025.
•  Award winners will be announced in the week of May 4 as part of Public Service Recognition Week.
•  Need inspiration? Read about last year's award winners.

Extra Mile Award

This award is given to individuals or groups of state employees who surpass expectations for exemplary public service by demonstrating the following ideals:

• Proven commitment to access, diversity, equity and inclusion
• Innovative techniques and methods
• Outstanding leadership
• Visionary thinking
• Outstanding customer service

How to nominate

1. Download a template to write your nomination:

Extra Mile Award nomination template [.docx]

2. Then copy and paste your responses in the online form:

Extra Mile Award online nomination form

Leadership Award

This award is given to individuals at all levels of management who show exemplary leadership by demonstrating the following ideals:

• Proven commitment to access, diversity, equity and inclusion   
• Visionary leadership
• Commitment to service
• A significant contribution to the advancement of state government
• Personal integrity

How to nominate

1. Download a template to write your nomination:

Leadership Award nomination template [.docx]

2. Then copy and paste your responses in the online form:

Leadership Award online nomination form

Questions?

Email psrw@ofm.wa.gov or visit the Public Service Recognition Week webpage.