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Top 5 Under 5 Award
This award recognizes 5 outstanding women with under 5 years of experience in Public Safety. These individuals have started their careers with such passion and enthusiasm that they are already recognized by their peers as trailblazers, leaders, and influencers. These amazing women have used their talent to improve a situation(s) encountered by their Public Safety Organization, with notable results.
Award Criteria
i. Female Sworn or civilian member of a public safety agency in Alberta who has been employed in a public safety capacity for fewer than five years.
ii. This includes positions in law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighting, search and rescue, or other related fields that serve to protect and support public safety in the community.
i. Initiative & Emerging Leadership
1. Describe with specific examples how the nominee:
a. Demonstrates leadership potential early in their career by taking initiative beyond assigned duties, making confident decisions, and volunteering for
challenges. They take responsibility for their actions and positively influence peers through their attitude and work ethic.
ii. Professional Competence & Commitment to Growth
1. Describe with specific examples how the nominee:
a. Consistently demonstrates expertise in their role and actively pursues professional development through training, education, and certifications. Applies new skills effectively, maintain high ethical standards, and show measurable growth over time.
iii. Impact on Workplace Culture & Community
1. Describe with specific examples how the nominee:
a. Fosters a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment while supporting colleagues and encouraging women in public safety. Contributes to team morale, uphold respectful behavior, and represent public safety positively within the community.
iv. Resilience, Integrity & Professional Conduct
1. Describe with specific examples how the nominee:
a. Maintains professionalism under pressure, makes ethical decisions, and adapts effectively to change. Handles challenges and conflict with maturity and consistency, demonstrating reliability and integrity in all circumstances.
v. Commitment to Service & Organizational Values
1. Describe with specific examples how the nominee:
a. Exhibits dedication to public service and aligns with organizational values by taking pride in their role, upholding policies, and building trust with colleagues and the public. Shows motivation to make long-term contributions to the profession.
Eligibility Criteria
Sworn or civilian member of a public safety agency in Alberta
SUBMISSION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Nomination Process:
Nominations must be submitted to AWIPS by before the deadline each year.
Complete and submit the Nomination Form from the AWIPS website.
Support material such as videos, CDs and promotional material will also be considered. Please make reference to them in the nomination form and arrangements will be made for submission.
Selection Process:
AWIPS Board will submit the nominations received to the Selection Committee
The Selection Committee consists of members of AWIPS
Once a winning submission is chosen by the Selection Committee, the winning nominee(s)’ chief of police or senior executive-in-charge will be contacted, and an invitation will be sent to the winning nominee(s) with details about the award ceremony.
Scoring Rubric:
Nominations will be scored on the rubric and a score out of a total of 20 marks will be given based upon 5 criteria.
