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WEEKLY ENGAGE
Volume 8: Week of July 18, 2016
Recognition
Special Edition!
Recognition This month, we’re recognizing employees
all over the nation for all that they do!
Special Edition
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Recognition: Priceless!
Engagement Leader of the Year Award Do you know an engaging leader at USPS? We are looking for leaders who are involved
in, enthusiastic about, and committed to creating a more engaging culture in their work environment.
Nominees must be an EAS or PCES employee in a leadership position with direct reports within any Postal Service function.
Deadline to submit nominations: Aug. 1, 2016
To submit a nomination or for additional information, please visit the Employee Engagement Blue page.
blue.usps.gov/hr/emp-engagement
One can never have too many good ideas for how to recognize a fellow employee. Here are a few simple ways to make someone feel appreciated at work. The best part is, they don’t cost a thing!
Write personalized, handwritten notes telling your co-workers you appreciate them or compliment their work. Leave a note where it will be found by the recipient, or mail it to his or her home address!
Keep a positive observations team journal where team members can make a note of the good things their co-workers have done. Schedule a weekly get-together where you can read the entries out loud.
Schedule regular, informal team huddles where there is no agenda but to talk about what’s on people’s minds. Informal group conversations can help the team get to know each other better and find out what is important to one another, increasing the opportunities for meaningful recognition.
Got a no cost/low cost recognition idea to share with us? Write to us!
Next Week’s Engagement Challenge:
Let’s get plugged in to an engaged work environment. Engagement for most employees is simply being HAPPY in their work units. Please give us your thoughts around what creates happiness in your work unit.
Email [email protected]
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A little thanks goes a long way! Here’s what some employees have to say about their co-workers.
Ready, Set, Recognize!
“I would like to recognize Terri Stadin, sales associate at the Willow River, MN, Post Office. Willow River was severely flooded during storms on July 14, and Terri kept her cool. She worked so hard every day and helped as many people as she could. She gave everyone updates on road closures, and on a nearby dam that was being monitored by the Army Corps of Engineers. Even when she was at her wit’s end personally, she still kept her cool with everyone and kept a smile on her face.”
Michelle Ziegler, sales associate, Finlayson, MN
“Richard Hay is a 27-year
letter carrier, who has always been a very engaged employee. Rich has held several carrier positions in his career. He is very conscience of his customers and knows most of them by name. Rich is always willing to assist on other routes and is willing to teach and mentor new carriers. Rich is a very valuable asset to Springfield’s Southwest Station.”
Robin Burtle, station manager, Springfield, IL
“Shelly Fisher worked for the Postal Service for approximately 12 years. When she first started, she didn't have the time for her family that she wanted, as she and her husband were raising two daughters. She eventually quit to have more time at home. Once the daughters were older and in school, she ventured back into the postal system. I have known Shelly for the past 9 years; we work together in the clerk craft at the Neenah, WI, Post Office. Shelly is one of the hardest working, most dedicated people that any office of any type could want. She is always the first to sign up for overtime, the first person to stay if needed, and continues to take on
responsibilities . Our team at the Neenah Office has gone through many changes in the past few years, especially as of
late. She always looks out for others and does her best to keep things in order, regardless how stressful things can be at times. It's a pleasure to work with Shelly on a daily basis. A big shout out to you, Shelly!”
Corey Peterson, mail processing clerk, Neenah, WI
“I would like to recognize Bob Shomidie for giving our customers a positive experience. Bob began working for USPS in 1984, and is a sales and service associate at the downtown station in Springfield, IL. Bob comes to work every day with a smile and a kind word for everyone. He cares about our customers and it shows. Thank you Bob!”
Sue Litterly, customer relations coordinator, Springfield, IL
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“Laura Klein is assigned as the distribution/administrative clerk for the Hazelwood/Bridgeton, MO, Carrier Annex. She has been with USPS for nearly 30 years and is the go to person in our office. She is not only a champion for USPS when it comes to dealing with our customers, but is a key player in our daily operations, and adept with dealing with the myriad of HRSSC forms required in hiring new personnel. She is a key player on our Program Evaluation Guide safety team and works tirelessly to ensure we stay on top of all safety and health concerns for our employees. Laura is a shining star in our office and for USPS!”
Cheryl Benford, Postmaster, Hazelwood, MO
“Mrs. Ruthie Elijah-Ford is an amazing administrative assistant. She has been with the Postal Service for 31 years. On a daily basis, Ruthie makes sure that management is aware of scheduled appointments, professionally answers the phone, takes messages, sets calendar invites, receives calendar invites and schedules appointments and email correspondences. She also manages the incoming mail, and maintains a filing system for all reports and forms. She has drive, a positive attitude and a pleasing personality every day. She works well with others, is always willing to assist in other areas, and is very good at working independently. She has excellent knowledge of secretarial responsibilities and is a very safety conscious employee.”
Nancy Theobald, manager, post office operations,
St. Louis, MO
“I would like to give a thank you to a very special, outstanding and hardworking employee: Robin Epton-Anlauf. Robin has been a general expeditor at the Oklahoma City P&DC for 10 years. She has taken on many roles: she is one of the lead expeditors and willingly does all training of new expeditors. Robin is one of the most understanding employees and is well-liked by all who cross her path, from workers to truck drivers and others. She has seen
many changes being an expeditor and has taken all challenges with a smile. She enjoys her role at the main facility interacting with the drivers to get the job done with consistency on a daily basis. Robin says, ‘I love what I do. I try to do my best every day and exceed our goals as best as I can for my facility.’ Robin, we take this opportunity to recognize you for all you do and the quality service you provide for the United States Postal Service. Thank you for being you.”
Vickie Thompson, supervisor, distribution operations,
Oklahoma City P&DC
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“The Chicago District’s employee engagement team threw a sock hop in the administrative building June 24, bringing employees together for dancing, and networking with senior managers. The team also asked employees about the Postal Pulse survey and their suggestions for improving engagement. The results will be shared with attendees and senior leadership.”
Cesar Chavez acting supervisor Delores Lyons-Hayes (right) completes the Chicago District’s employee engagement team survey.
Acting Finance secretary Erica Peters (left) on the dance floor during the Chicago District’s sock hop June 24. She’s joined in the background by Loop station manager Tenia Thompsonand Safety Specialist Leah Walker.
Mark Reynolds, communications specialist
Chicago, IL
“I have been working for the Postal Service since October of 2015. Coming from a completely different career, it was a big change. Sales associate, Carrie Garza, was so helpful to me in learning my job. She goes above and beyond. When she sees someone coming in the door, if they have a package, she has it ready for them before they get to the counter. At times she has had to box all the mail and scan and put away packages all by herself and never complains. If I have a question about anything, she always is willing to help me or anyone in our office. She has a very easy going attitude, is very flexible and willing to work at other offices with sometimes very little notice. She not only works in Renville, MN, but also Sacred Heart, Danube and Olivia. She has even taken her own time to drop things off for customers who she knows are on her way home, because she knows the customers won’t make it to the Post Office before we close. It is her hard work and dedication and willingness to help others and her knowledge of her job that make her an OUTSTANDING and AMAZING employee. She absolutely deserves to be recognized for this!”
Kristin Norris, sales associate, Renville, MN
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“We would like to recognize Dennis Robison (above), tour 1 custodian at the Knoxville P&DC for his work ethic and dedication at the plant. Dennis is a dedicated employee who goes above and beyond every day, whether it be a special project or anything that needs to be done.”
Tonya Fraker, supervisor maintenance operations,
Knoxville, TN
Jackie Tautalo is an outstanding employee. Jackie is a self-starter and contributes tremendously to the STC team. We are happy to have her here at the LANDC and are truly delighted to have such an amazing employee.
Rachel Ross, A/supervisor, distribution operations
Bell, CA
“Daily the Somerville, AL, rural carriers go out of their way to help customers and community, but on a very hot, humid day Shelley Kirby completed her route and returned to the office with a heavy heart. Towards the end of her route she saw three boys sharing one bicycle headed into town. The boys live over three miles from town and were out in the hottest part of the day, walking on a busy, asphalt road. Shelley noticed all three were sweating profusely and had no water. Two of the boys were assisting the third, who has cerebral palsy. Shelley had stopped to ask the boys if they needed help and they replied they were on their way to the Somerville Town Library. Shelley took a few moments of her day to bring all three boys large, cold Gatorades and a snack to the library so they could rehydrate before their return home. Thank you, Shelley, for your kind heart for the community. Because of acts of kindness Somerville sees our postal employees as leaders in the community.”
Carol Brown, sales associate, Somerville, AL
“We would like to recognize Robert Coffman (left), Tour 2 custodian at the Knoxville P&DC, for his work ethic and dedication here at the plant. Robert is friendly, work oriented and dedicated. Robert consistently greets every employee, every day with a smile and good morning.”
Tonya Fraker, supervisor maintenance operations, Knoxville P&DC.
“Jeffery Ross, a BMEU clerk in Montgomery, AL is a dedicated, dependable,
hard-working, polite, knowledgeable, and customer service oriented
employee. He has presented permit mail with questionable content to
supervisors for inspection that was not entered through a BMEU, but found
in mail processing and entered through a collection box. He is dedicated to
protecting the revenue of the US Postal Service.”
--Marcus Brown, mail processing clerk, Montgomery, AL
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“There is no way to describe the leadership and professionalism John Logan possess. John started out as a city carrier at the Granite City, IL, Post Office in 2007. He quickly was able to conquer whatever task was thrown his way. John has since become a 204B and has been able to master his skills at the town and country, St Charles, IL, destination delivery unit. Now he has made
a full circle and is back at the Granite City office. Any task that you give John you can expect will be done correctly on time, the first time.”
Susan Litterly, customer relations coordinator, Springfield, IL
“The Mattoon, IL, Post Office employees do an outstanding job, not just today, but all year long. Management appreciates their hard work all year long and wanted to show our appreciation by hosting a cookout for them. The griller is Adam Copsy (right), customer service supervisor.”
Kyle Browning, Postmaster, Mattoon, IL
“I would like to recognize Michael Burge for his outstanding work as a city letter carrier. Mike’s route has 653 residential and 45 business stops. His customers love him and look forward to seeing him daily. Mike does an excellent job and always brings a positive attitude to work. He keeps morale up in our unit because of his positive attitude and is just a great guy!”
Jason Penick, station manager, Springfield, IL
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“In the Sacramento District, Rocklin Post Office had the Million Mile safe driver award recognition. From left to right, front row: District Manager Jeff Lelevich; Sacramento Postmaster
Jagdeep Grewal, Million Mile driver Manjit Takhar, and far right, Manager of Postal Operations Cheri Smith.”
Sherry Lelevich, Postmaster, Rocklin, CA
“Congratulations to Laura Stewart, city carrier in L'Anse, MI, for achieving the Million Mile Club! She has 32 years of service without an at-fault accident.”
Pam Franti, Postmaster, L’Anse, MI
Congratulations to Pearl Goelz, rural carrier assistant in Farmington, AR on receiving a 1 Year Safe Driving Award
Patricia Holcolmb, Postmaster,
Farmington, AR
Thank you
to our Safe Drivers!
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Happy Birthday Wishing many more to these postal employees celebrating this week.
July 11 Jennifer Flores Lead mail processing clerk Waterloo, IA
July 11 Ray Carpenter Maintenance mechanic Oklahoma City, OK
July 12 Jeffrey Cordova Manager, information systems West Sacramento, CA
July 12 Melanie Shady Postmaster Montandon, PA
July 12 Melinda Fenton Letter carrier Lock Haven, PA
July 12 Candy Bott Sales associate Eldred, NY
July 13 Angie Bush Manager, learning development & diversity Las Vegas, NV
July 14 John Rumbaugh Postmaster Lawrenceburg, TN
July 14 Trish Muro Sales associate Essex Fells, NJ
July 14 Birdel Parker HCR driver Wilber, NE
July 15 Terri Leach Sales associate Stephens Church, VA
July 15 Sarah Aytchan Manager, customer services Philadelphia, PA
July 15 Emily Spera Postal inspector Portland, ME
July 17 Shanelle Rainey Mail handler Dulles, VA
July 17 Sheila Pigg Rural carrier Columbia, TN
July 18 Denise Varano Writer/editor Shrewsbury, MA
July 18 Elizabeth Huber Postmaster Salem, SD
July 18 Kelvin King Automotive technician Memphis, TN
July 18 Tonya Cheek Sales associate Eagleville, TN
July 18 Estelle Randolph Manager, financial programs compliance West Columbia, SC
July 19 Monica Gallo-Elwell Sales associate Stuart, OK
July 19 Joey Beith Automotive technician Memphis, TN
July 19 Debbie Vick Address management technician Nashville, TN
July 19 Bob Muellenbach Rural carrier Malone, WI
July 19 Dr. Dorcas Francisco Learning evaluation analyst Washington, DC
July 19 Rob Peck Supervisor, maintenance operations Troy, MI
July 20 Sandy Dartez Postmaster Mauriceville, TX
July 20 Jeffrey Leffler Post office operations manager Indianapolis, Indiana
July 20 Dale Sparks Manager, operations program support Indianapolis, Indiana
July 20 Judge Gary Shapiro USPS judicial officer Arlington, VA
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July 20 Anna Angus Label operations clerk Saint Paul, MN
July 20 Janice Holderness Sales associate McPherson, KS
July 20 Charles Yaunk Postmaster Tennessee Colony, TX
July 20 Michelle Feldhacker Postmaster North Sioux City, SD
July 21 Laura Danielle O'Rourke Contract technician Nashville, TN
July 21 Vicky Jackson General clerk Nashville, TN
July 21 Maria Rodriguez Sales associate Boone, NC
July 22 Sonya Best Lead sales associate Fory Wayne, IN
July 22 Kelly Reger Rural carrier Mineral Point, WI
July 23 Crystal Small Sales associate Sawyerville, AR
July 23 Mary Schaut Labor relations specialist Carol Stream, IL
July 23 Tammy Gregory Rural carrier Fyffe, AL
July 23 Dana Ross Rural carrier assistant Spring Hill, KS
July 23 Beverly Jones Personnel security technician Memphis, TN
July 23 Travis Harris Personnel security technician Memphis, TN
July 24 Peggy Ray Accounting Specialist St. Louis, MO
July 24 LaTonja Brown Rural carrier assistant Oakland, MS
July 24 Brenna King Mailing requirements clerk Cleveland, OH
July 24 Barbara Oberski Postmaster Homosassa, FL
July 24 Oscar Santiago Mail processing clerk Santa Clarita, CA
Have an upcoming celebration, birthday shout-out or special announcement to share in next week’s issue? Please email them to us with the celebration type in the email subject line. Deadline for submissions for next week’s newsletter: Friday, July 22!
Email [email protected].
Happy Birthday
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Postal Anniversaries 40 years Kathy Lovett General expeditor Aurora, IL
36 years Daniel Radomski Mail processing clerk Philadelphia, PA
35 years Andrew Grish Mail processing clerk Aurora, IL
35 years Jacqueline Bonds Mail processing clerk Norfolk, VA
34 years Pat Holcomb Postmaster Farmington, AR
33 years Rosanna Cleek Postmaster Palmer, TN
32 years Ruth Green Manager, Customer Services Chicago, IL
32 years Stephanie Wilburn BMEU Technician West Palm Beach, FL
31 years Charles Weaver Postmaster Romney, WV
31 years Felix Lee HR specialist Greensboro, NC
31 years Angela Jackson Lead Sales Associate St. Louis, MO
30 years Phyllis Ahnberg BMEU technician Petaluma, CA
30 years John Wood Laborer custodian Elmira, NY
30 years David Doria Postmaster Sheridan, MT
30 years Mark Blough Mail handler equipment operator Aurora, IL
30 years Carolyn Battle Lead Sales Associate Washington, DC
30 years Robert Tysinger Mail processing clerk Norfolk, VA
30 years Phyllis Curry Postmaster East Texas, PA
30 years Wanda Martin Storekeeper Capitol Heights, MD
30 years April Everett Classification specialist New York
28 years Rosalyn Sumter Mail flow controller Jacksonville, FL
25 years Lori Baldwin City carrier Colville,WA
21 years Kristen Mowder Postmaster West Alexander, PA
21 years Debbie Lasley Postmaster Watonga, OK
21 years Bernard "Barney" Whitehead Letter carrier Aurora, IL
21 years Efrain Garcia Letter carrier Aurora, IL
16 years Kristy McDaniel Sales associate Wisner, LA
11 years Sue Jones Maintenance Aurora, IL
10 years Ivan Phillips Laborer custodian Everett, WA
3 years Tiffiney Hicks Sales associate Russell, AK
Happy 175th Postal Anniversary to the Boston, VA, Post Office!
175 years of proudly serving the community.
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41 years James Puvel Postmaster Crosswicks, NJ
30 years Larry Pettenati Supervisor delivery operations Altoona, PA
36 years Christine Stratton Postmaster Springdale, UT
Retirements Happy retirement and thank you for all your hard working years!
Wedding Anniversaries!
50 years Robert & Alice M. Schrock Fort Worth, TX Robert is an MPOO in Fort Worth, TX.
46 years David & Davelyn Porche Houston, TX David is a lead mechanic in Houston, TX.
42 years Michael & Lisa Ball Santa Clarita, CA Lisa is a manager of post office operations.
30 years Doug & Debbie Kyle Jackson, MS Doug is a manager,
consumer and industry contact and
Debbie is a general clerk.
26 years Joann & Joe Cedillo Columbia, TN Joann is a mail processing clerk.
16 years Jacqueline & Calvin Erwin Washington, DC Jacqueline is a classification specialist.
1 year Brittany & Matt Kohler East Texas, PA Brittany is a sales associate.
Have an upcoming celebration, birthday shout-out or special announcement to share in next week’s issue? Please email them to us with the celebration type in the email subject line. Deadline for submissions for next week’s newsletter: Friday, July 22!
Email [email protected].
Just Married! Congratulations to Dwayne and Dianne Tedrick on their recent marriage.
Dwayne is a Postmaster in Saint Ignatius, MT. Wishing you two a lifetime
of happiness!
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50 years Robert & Alice M. Schrock Fort Worth, TX Robert is an MPOO in Fort Worth, TX.
46 years David & Davelyn Porche Houston, TX David is a lead mechanic in Houston, TX.
42 years Michael & Lisa Ball Santa Clarita, CA Lisa is a manager of post office operations.
30 years Doug & Debbie Kyle Jackson, MS Doug is a manager,
consumer and industry contact and
Debbie is a general clerk.
26 years Joann & Joe Cedillo Columbia, TN Joann is a mail processing clerk.
16 years Jacqueline & Calvin Erwin Washington, DC Jacqueline is a classification specialist.
1 year Brittany & Matt Kohler East Texas, PA Brittany is a sales associate.