Outstanding Service Award
As an entrepreneur, Governor Greg Gianforte launched a business that helped other businesses adopt cultures of great customer service. As Governor, he is dedicated to adopting a culture of customer service in state government to better serve its customers, the people of Montana.
One of the best ways to emphasize a culture of customer service is to recognize state employees who exhibit that culture.
Governor Greg Gianforte’s Outstanding Service Award recognizes state employees who go above and beyond to support the citizens of Montana, whether with exceptional customer service, strong leadership, or a commitment to excellence. Nominations are open year-round.
If you are a Montanan who wants to recognize a state employee for his or her outstanding work, please submit a nomination.
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Previous Recipients
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Laura Gardner (Kalispell), Department of Labor & Industry Job Service Kalispell and Libby Manager
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Emily Verbanac (Missoula), Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Services Enforcement Bureau
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Megan Vinyard (Missoula), Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Services Enforcement Bureau
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AJ Angelo, Jay Lindgren, Amy Helena, Tal Williams, Chris Bryce, Luke Eidt, Harrison Backer, Glade Markland, and Tyzer Smith, Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (Helena)
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Gus Byrom (Helena) Department of Commerce Community Planner
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JD Douglas (Helena), Fish, Wildlife & Parks Assistant Warden Chief
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James Washburn (Townsend), Fish, Wildlife & Parks Block Management Technician in Region 3
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Walt Anseth (Helena), Rural Development, Farm & Ranch Loan Manager and Young Ag Couples Conference Coordinator
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Kate Steeley (Virginia City), Historic Site Coordinator for the Montana Heritage Commission
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Captain Howie Wigert and the Montana State Prison Recruitment and Retention Team (Deer Lodge)
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Montana State Prison Maintenance Team (Deer Lodge)
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Sandy Moisey Scherer (Helena), Department of Environmental Quality Director’s Office Support Coordinator
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Don Pyrah (Glasgow), Fire Management Officer for the Northeastern Land Office of the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
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Department of Natural Resources Libby Unit (Libby)
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Department of Transportation Bozeman Area Office (Bozeman)
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Kyle Andersen (Lewistown), game warden with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
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Derek Bell (Helena), business and income tax division administrator with the Department of Revenue
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Jesse Best (Kalispell), area fire management officer with the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
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Kerry Bolmeier (Bozeman), business analyst with the Department of Revenue
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David Cook (Helena), deputy division administrator with the Department of Labor & Industry
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Jeff Gates, Eastern District Field Officer with Montana Disaster and Emergency Services
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Patti Hedges (Plentywood), inspector with the Department of Agriculture
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Kristina Jordan (Helena), training specialist with the Governor's Office of Community Service
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Randy Martindale (West Glacier), West Glacier section supervisor with the Department of Transportation
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Michelle Mattick (Glendive), Region 3E area manager with the Department of Revenue
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Traci Merzlak, Human Resources Generalist and Payroll Manager with Department of Agriculture
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Tonda Moon, Plant Sciences Specialist with the Department of Agriculture
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Tracy Morano (Helena), director of operations with the Department of Revenue
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Jon Obst, Warden Sergeant with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
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Jessica Plunkett, chief information officer with the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
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Michelle Robinson, program officer with the Department of Labor & Industry
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Bruce Squires, nurse with the Department of Corrections
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Tim Tuss, Maintenance Supervisor of the Neihart Section with the Department of Transportation
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Howard VanderVos (Helena), facility maintenance supervisor with the Department of Military Affairs
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Colleen White (Helena), Employment Standards division attorney with the Department of Labor & Industry
