Officer of the Year
An award which recognizes the Correctional Officer/Deputy Sheriff involved in daily detention activities;
one exhibiting exemplary work performance, spirit, service, and accomplishments which warrant the utmost recognition.
Detention Supervisor of the Year
An award presented to that supervisor who exhibits leadership ability and managerial skills in dealing with
subordinates, and has contributed significantly toward upgrading overall detention operation.
GJA Meritorious Award
This award recognizes an individual who has made major contributions toward professionalizing detention operations, programs,
or services; one who has demonstrated outstanding performances throughout the year or performed an exceptional deed which
resulted in saving lives and/or protecting property.
Professional Service Award
Recognizes a professional service provider (i.e. health care provider, food service worker) who has contributed
significantly toward the overall operation of the detention facility; one who has initiated implementation of new programs
designed to improve existing services.
Civilian Award
An award given by the GJA President which best represents time and service given to the organization in the
areas of membership, planning, organizational efforts, or any worthwhile cause in the name of the Georgia Jail Association
or any member agency.
Community Service Award
An award presented to an individual in recognition of the individual's service to the community
for sworn or non-sworn individuals working in a Georgia jail or Sheriff's office. This award recognizes
an individual who has enhanced the quality of life in their community. The nominee should be committed to improving
the community in which they live or work through personal volunteer service.
Detention Administrator of the Year
An award presented to an individual administrator for significant acts aimed at promoting the ideas and philosophy
of the facility and upgrading standards for a positive change; i.e. availability of employee training; conformance to standards
for adult detention facilities; and individual who has worked toward formulations and implementation of new programs; also
for distinguished service over a period of years.
Training Officer of the Year
An award for excellence in peace officer training is presented to an individual to recognize their outstanding achievements
and contributions within law enforcement training. The award encourages and fosters innovation, quality, and effectiveness.
All winners will be announced at the GJA Summer Conference Banquet on July 2, 2008.
Please submit your nominations no later than April 30, 2008.
