(NOMINATIONS OPEN) Chiefs of Department Awards 2021

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PARALAKE POLICE DEPARTMENT
(NOMINATIONS OPEN) Chiefs of Department Awards 2021
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Dear colleagues,

With a wave of monumental change impacting our operations since the beginning of 2021, alongside other pressures, it has been a challenging year. Colleagues have worked tirelessly adapting to the changes in management, working practices, as well as the growing demands placed upon the Department, all while continuing to prevent crime, facilitate economic growth, and maintaining our high standards.

In recognition of all the outstanding work and dedication that Paralake Police Department colleagues have shown in the past year, we will be holding a Chiefs of Department Awards to reflect on the past year, 2021. Do you know of a colleague, supervisor, leader, or investigator who has gone beyond their role?

Nominate them now using this Google Form, filling out all the details as well as a short writeup of no more than 150 as to why they should receive an award.

The Colleague of the Year and Supervisor of the Year will each receive $150,000 courtesy of the Chief of Department with the other categories attracting $100,000. Each winner will also receive an exclusive forum signature banner as well as an award for their PLPD.online profile.

You can nominate yourself or another colleague until 23:30 GMT on Friday 28th January 2022 where voting will then open to the wider community. You can submit as many nominations as you’d like.

There are 7 awards to be won. They are listed below:
Colleague of the Year (All Ranks)​

• “The one colleague who has gone above and beyond all expectations in the year 2021 in all areas and not only embodies but role models our values and the Code of Ethics. They consistently perform above the required standards of their grade and administrative role. Other colleagues look to them for inspiration and see them as one of if not the singular best image of policing in Paralake throughout 2021.”​

Supervisor of the Year (Sergeant+)​

• “The one supervisor who has gone above and beyond in their duties in the year 2021, ensuring that their supervisor sits showcase the very best of what the Department has to offer. They are a consistent face of authority for their fellow colleagues, providing exemplary quality Observation Reports as well as advice from their wealth of experience. Other supervisors look to them for inspiration and colleagues seem them as one of if not the singular best supervisor for the Department throughout 2021.”​

Everyday Hero Award (All Ranks)​

• “Has a colleague supported you this year? Have they gone out of their way to support you through a difficult time, professionally or personally, and you would like to see them commended? Recognising those who look after the mental health and wellbeing of their fellow colleagues and show empathy at every turn, ensuring that everyone in the Department is happy and healthy.”​

Innovation Award (All Ranks)​

• “Recognising the role of colleagues in innovation and improving the Department. An idea that helps to improve new requirements or improve existing customs and practices with a more efficient way of working - one that can be adopted to ensure that the Department achieves its objectives of preventing crime, providing an excellent service to the citizens of Paralake, enhancing the service, and is value for time.”​

Inspirational Leadership Award (Staff Sergeant+)​

• “Recognising leaders who personify and exceptionally role-model the leadership qualities that the Department expects. Champions who encourage and support those they manage to achieve their best. Empowering those they manage by trusting their expertise while delegating accountability and decisions to appropriate levels. Prompting and providing opportunities to develop colleague potential while being mindful of individual needs and motivations. Inspires loyalty, is transparent and fair, and yet commands respect.”​

Evidence and Policymaking Award (All Grades)​

• “Recognising those who make contributions not only to the creation of policies but also upholding them. Those who are just, impartial, and robust in investigating complaints and gathering evidence. Those who make use of the very best of their experience to gather intelligence and come to the right conclusions.”​

Just Culture Award (Corporal+)​

• “The Just Culture Ethos is the principle of being ethical as well as equitable; being fair and impartial, and allowing others the opportunity to rectify their mistakes. Recognising those in supervisory roles who role model the Just Culture ethos and encourages others to do the same. A colleague who encourages a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace.”​

The Chiefs of Department reserve the right to strike off any nominations where participants are suspected of lobbying for people to nominate them or engage in dishonest behaviour and/or behaviour that is not in the spirit of the awards.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding the Chiefs of Department Awards 2021 then please do not hesitate to get in-touch via the Helpdesk function on PLPD.online

Kind regards,

Office of the Chiefs of Department​