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“Sheriff Ken Tregoning Honors 2009 Employees of the Year”
Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, March 3, 2010 ---- Sheriff Kenneth Tregoning is pleased to announce the selection of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office 2009 Law Enforcement and Correctional Employees of the Year. The award recipients were chosen for their tireless commitment to public service and exemplary performance in their respective areas of assignment.
A Deputy First Class (DFC) was recognized as the Deputy of the Year for his outstanding law enforcement contributions to public safety in the area of narcotics investigations. Due to the sensitive nature of his current assignment, further identification is prohibited. The DFC was a former member of the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office, where he served with distinction on the Warrant Task Force and the Joint Gang Enforcement Unit. In April 2007 the Deputy was hired by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and later transferred to the Carroll County Drug Task Force where he currently serves as a covert narcotics investigator. His immediate supervisor asserts that the Deputy has been invaluable in identifying, infiltrating, and dismantling area drug organizations.
When not working as the primary investigator, the Deputy is relied upon to act as the lead undercover officer to assist his coworkers. The DFC has been the recipient of the monthly Commander’s Award on (3) separate occasions for his investigative proficiency and outstanding accomplishments. His commitment to the mission of the Carroll County Drug Task Force has been integral to their overall success. In 2009, members of the Task Force received the Commander’s Award from the Maryland State Police for their dedication, determination, and historically unprecedented statistical productivity. The Deputy continues to excel in every aspect of covert drug investigations and has established himself as a leader amongst his peers.
The well earned title of 2009 Sheriff’s Services Civilian of the Year was 
bestowed upon Ms. Amanda Dell. A lifelong resident of Carroll County, Ms. Dell serves in an exemplary fashion as our Human Resources Assistant and accomplishes all facets of her position with consistent excellence. Ms. Dell was hired in October of 2007 shortly after graduating from the University of Maryland - College Park with a Bachelor of Science degree in General Agricultural Sciences and Technology. She has continued to impress with her initiative and ability to resolve complex personnel matters that would challenge those with significantly more tenure.
Ms. Dell is resolute in her recruitment of exceptional candidates and has used her creativity and drive to not only fully staff the agency, but also maintain a readily available pool of viable applicants. To facilitate the acquisition of future personnel, Ms. Dell purchased and designed a recruiting display and used web based technologies to enhance agency advertising. She has sought different venues to showcase the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, and has championed the agency on local television, radio, and print media. Ms. Dell is the consummate Human Resources professional who serves with integrity, loyalty, and dedication.
Warden George Hardinger announced the selection of Correctional Officer III Kristy Kirk as the 2009 Carroll County Detention Center Officer of the Year for her outstanding work ethic, dedication, pleasant disposition, and overall contribution to the effective operation of the agency. Officer Kristy Kirk has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since May 11, 2000, and is currently assigned to the Transportation Unit. Officer Kirk has been identified by her supervisors as regularly performing duties beyond what is expected of her. She is a hard working professional and is very knowledgeable about every aspect of her position. Kristy has a very friendly personality and is recognized by her peers as a team leader.
Correctional Specialist Raymond Smith has been selected as the Carroll County Detention Center Civilian Employee of the Year for 2009. Ray has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since December 14, 2006 and is assigned to the Offender Diversion Unit within the Alternative Programs Bureau. Correctional Specialist Raymond Smith was nominated as the Civilian employee of the year for his exemplary performance, commitment to excellence, and continuous desire to enhance efficiency. Ray has been described by his supervisors as always seeking to improve the processes being used within the Offender Diversion Unit.
He is instrumental in examining how parole hearings are scheduled and has helped to streamline the process, thereby accelerating hearing times, and reducing the inmate population within the Carroll County Detention Center. Ray is described as a seasoned professional who maintains a calm and confident attitude even under the most adverse working conditions. His efforts are to be commended and are worthy of special recognition.
These employees have diligently executed the tasks necessary to achieve the highest goals and objectives of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. For their outstanding contributions to the agency, Sherriff Ken Tregoning is proud to bestow the title of 2009 Employee of the Year to these fine individuals. The award recipients will be featured in a future issue of the Maryland Sheriff’s Magazine.
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“Sheriff Ken Tregoning Honors 2009 Employees of the Year”
Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, March 3, 2010 ---- Sheriff Kenneth Tregoning is pleased to announce the selection of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office 2009 Law Enforcement and Correctional Employees of the Year. The award recipients were chosen for their tireless commitment to public service and exemplary performance in their respective areas of assignment.
A Deputy First Class (DFC) was recognized as the Deputy of the Year for his outstanding law enforcement contributions to public safety in the area of narcotics investigations. Due to the sensitive nature of his current assignment, further identification is prohibited. The DFC was a former member of the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office, where he served with distinction on the Warrant Task Force and the Joint Gang Enforcement Unit. In April 2007 the Deputy was hired by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and later transferred to the Carroll County Drug Task Force where he currently serves as a covert narcotics investigator. His immediate supervisor asserts that the Deputy has been invaluable in identifying, infiltrating, and dismantling area drug organizations.
When not working as the primary investigator, the Deputy is relied upon to act as the lead undercover officer to assist his coworkers. The DFC has been the recipient of the monthly Commander’s Award on (3) separate occasions for his investigative proficiency and outstanding accomplishments. His commitment to the mission of the Carroll County Drug Task Force has been integral to their overall success. In 2009, members of the Task Force received the Commander’s Award from the Maryland State Police for their dedication, determination, and historically unprecedented statistical productivity. The Deputy continues to excel in every aspect of covert drug investigations and has established himself as a leader amongst his peers.
The well earned title of 2009 Sheriff’s Services Civilian of the Year was bestowed upon Ms. Amanda Dell. A lifelong resident of Carroll County, Ms. Dell serves in an exemplary fashion as our Human Resources Assistant and accomplishes all facets of her position with consistent excellence. Ms. Dell was hired in October of 2007 shortly after graduating from the University of Maryland - College Park with a Bachelor of Science degree in General Agricultural Sciences and Technology. She has continued to impress with her initiative and ability to resolve complex personnel matters that would challenge those with significantly more tenure.
Ms. Dell is resolute in her recruitment of exceptional candidates and has used her creativity and drive to not only fully staff the agency, but also maintain a readily available pool of viable applicants. To facilitate the acquisition of future personnel, Ms. Dell purchased and designed a recruiting display and used web based technologies to enhance agency advertising. She has sought different venues to showcase the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, and has championed the agency on local television, radio, and print media. Ms. Dell is the consummate Human Resources professional who serves with integrity, loyalty, and dedication.
Warden George Hardinger announced the selection of Correctional Officer III Kristy Kirk as the 2009 Carroll County Detention Center Officer of the Year for her outstanding work ethic, dedication, pleasant disposition, and overall contribution to the effective operation of the agency. Officer Kristy Kirk has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since May 11, 2000, and is currently assigned to the Transportation Unit. Officer Kirk has been identified by her supervisors as regularly performing duties beyond what is expected of her. She is a hard working professional and is very knowledgeable about every aspect of her position. Kristy has a very friendly personality and is recognized by her peers as a team leader.
Correctional Specialist Raymond Smith has been selected as the Carroll County Detention Center Civilian Employee of the Year for 2009. Ray has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since December 14, 2006 and is assigned to the Offender Diversion Unit within the Alternative Programs Bureau. Correctional Specialist Raymond Smith was nominated as the Civilian employee of the year for his exemplary performance, commitment to excellence, and continuous desire to enhance efficiency. Ray has been described by his supervisors as always seeking to improve the processes being used within the Offender Diversion Unit.
He is instrumental in examining how parole hearings are scheduled and has helped to streamline the process, thereby accelerating hearing times, and reducing the inmate population within the Carroll County Detention Center. Ray is described as a seasoned professional who maintains a calm and confident attitude even under the most adverse working conditions. His efforts are to be commended and are worthy of special recognition.
These employees have diligently executed the tasks necessary to achieve the highest goals and objectives of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. For their outstanding contributions to the agency, Sherriff Ken Tregoning is proud to bestow the title of 2009 Employee of the Year to these fine individuals. The award recipients will be featured in a future issue of the Maryland Sheriff’s Magazine.
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