Do you know a state employee or manager who consistently excels beyond expectations? In the spirit of recognizing such service, OFM is asking you to nominate state government and higher education employees and teams for one of the awards below. Nominations close Sunday, Feb. 26, and awards will be announced on May 9 as part of Public Service Recognition Week.

The Extra Mile Award

The Extra Mile Award is given to individuals or groups of state employees who surpass expectations for exemplary public service by demonstrating the following ideals:

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

Nominate a team or individual for an PSRW Extra Mile Award

The Leadership Award

The Leadership Award is given to individuals at all levels of management who show exemplary leadership by demonstrating the following ideals:

• Vision
• Dedication to public service
• A significant contribution to the advancement of state government
• Personal integrity
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion  

Any state employee can nominate an individual or team for an award. 

Nominate and individual for a PSRW Leadership award

Please fill out all fields in the nomination form, as incomplete forms will not be accepted.

Timeline for events  

• Jan. 17 - Nomination period begins
• Feb. 24 - Nomination period closes
• May 7 - Awards ceremony