The Employee of the Semester award recognizes those employees who consistently exhibit superior job performance and high levels of quality service.   All full time and part time employees of Florida Atlantic University Libraries beyond their probationary period are eligible to be nominated for the award (directors, associate directors, assistant directors, department heads and managers are not eligible).  Nominations may be made by co-workers, students, alumni, or other persons who come in contact with FAU Libraries employees.

Eligibility:

A candidate for the award must meet the following criteria:

1) Nominee must be a permanent full-time or part-time classified employee of Florida Atlantic University Libraries.

2) Must have completed his/her initial probationary period.

3) Has not been selected as Employee of the Semester within the current calendar year.

4) Must not have any active disciplinary action pending.

5) Any eligible classified staff member may be nominated more than once.

Selection Process:

All nominations must be received by the announced deadline as established each year.  The Staff Achievements Subcommittee will review all nominations. 

Selection Guidelines:

The selection criteria statements below reflect involvement of Florida Atlantic University Libraries employees for the benefit of the Libraries/University and they are intended as guidelines to aid in the nominating process.

1) Has a positive attitude toward work responsibilities, co-workers, and patrons, and serves as a role model for others.

2) Is consistently dependable and punctual in reporting for duty, completing assignments on time.

3) Is productive, exhibits commitment to quality in carrying out job responsibilities, and is an asset to the staff of his/her department.

4) Dedication to work ethic, is willing to take initiative, and accepts and carries out additional responsibilities beyond regular job assignments.

5) Proven and demonstrated methods of improving the efficiency of the work place.

6) Exceptional performance in a project or task which involves going beyond the normal requirements of the position that results in savings of money/time, or increases productivity and/or morale.

7) Any additional criteria decided by the nominator that meet the goals and objectives of the Libraries will be considered.

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Name of Employee of the Semester Award Nominee:
Name of Nominator:
Relationship of Nominator to Nominee:

If the Nomination of an FAU Libraries employee is being made from an individual outside the FAU Libraries, please include your contact information below:

Nominator's Phone Number:
Nominator's Email Address:

Please provide a summary describing the nominee's achievements in as much detail as possible (the more information you provide, the better the committee is able to make a decision).  Explain how the nominee fits the selection guidelines above, and has worked beyond his/her job description to make a difference.  Describe in detail the projects, achievements, initiatives and accomplishments that make this employee worthy of winning the Employee of the Semester Award.

Please see the FAU Libraries Awards Policy page for information regarding how the recipient will be recognized and awarded for this achievement.