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State Employee Recognition Day

2026 State Employee Recognition

Every year we celebrate Public Service Recognition Week (May 3-9) taking the opportunity to thank public employees for their service, make visible their important work and deepen connections between state agencies and the communities they serve.

For this year's Public Service Recognition Week, we have chosen the theme of Leading with Purpose. Public servants at every level lead by example. We want to celebrate employees who bring clarity, intention, and commitment to their work and serve internal and external customers effectively and equitably.




Since 2017, agencies have nominated staff to receive recognition. Below are links to past honorees.

Ambassadors of Public Service
State employees nominated as exemplifying that year's theme.
2020 (canceled due to pandemic)
 
Commitment to Public Service
State employees recognized for
years of service.

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