Raleigh – Badge of Excellence awards were given to 19 Department of Public Safety employees at a ceremony Nov. 15 held at the State Bureau of Investigations’ auditorium.
“Excellence can mean different things to different people, but to quote John W. Gardner, it means ‘doing ordinary things extraordinarily well,’” said DPS Secretary Frank Perry.
“Today, we honor these exceptional individuals for doing their job extraordinarily well,” Perry said. “They have not only made significant contributions to the Department of Public Safety, but their diligence to perform their jobs to a higher standard has long-lasting impacts on their co-workers and the State of North Carolina.”
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to improve the quality of life for North Carolinians by reducing crime and enhancing public safety. The department’s employees are charged to prevent, protect and prepare with integrity and honor.
The 19 employees were recognized for their accomplishments in the categories of customer service, human relations, innovation and efficiency, outstanding achievement and performance, public service and volunteerism, and safety and heroism.
“I applaud the men and women in this Department who continuously strive to excel not only in their job but also within their community,” Perry said. “Badge of Excellence recipients are model examples of public servants – selfless, competent, with hearts devoted to service.”
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