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Receive a presentation by the Department of Veteran Services on the selection of Isabel Rodriguez, Office Assistant II, as “Employee of the Month” for December 2024
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Public Hearing Required? Yes ____ No _X _
DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board receive a presentation by the Department of Veteran Services on the selection of Isabel Rodriguez, Office Assistant II, as “Employee of the Month” for December 2024
SUMMARY / DISCUSSION:
On September 13, 2005, the Board of Supervisors established the County Government Center “Employee of the Month” parking program for County employees. The Department of Veteran Services (VSO) has been designated to select an employee for December 2024 and has selected Isabel Rodriguez, Office Assistant II.
Isabel Rodriguez joined the Solano County VSO on July 10, 2023 as an Office Assistant I. Since being hired, Isabel has provided exceptional service to Solano County veterans and their families, greeting many clients per week at the reception desk and on the phone, acting as a bridge for the Veteran’s community as they gain access to the benefits they have earned through their military service. Isabel’s warm smile, pleasant demeanor, and willingness to help are a significant factor in her success. In addition to assisting veterans and their families with the initial enrollment in the Veteran’s Services case management system, Isabel also assists the County Veteran’s Services office staff with paperwork, mail, supplies, telephone triage, and the daily operation of the office.
Before joining the VSO, Isabel worked in customer service, which equipped her with the skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced office environment. Family is a huge part of Isabel’s identity, and her primary motivation to work hard, set, and achieve goals for herself and her loved ones. Isabel is goal-oriented and continuously strive to improve her personal and professional life. Isabel has expressed gratitude for the opportunities in her career, and excitement to keep growing, contributing to the team, and reaching new goals along the way.
The Solano County VSO is honored to have Isabel as a valued member of the VSO team and to honor her as Employee of the Month.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this designation.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could elect to name someone else as the Employee of the Month or dissolve the award program; however, these alternatives are not consistent with the Board’s “Employee of the Month Parking” program.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
N/A
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION