Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Opa-Locka's Hinson is FEOY Nominee

Opa-Locka Postmaster Manny Ferrer nominated Curtis Hinson, Supervisor, Customer Service, at the Opa-Locka Main Office, for recognition in the Federal Employee of the Year Awards Program.  


As a Supervisor at the Opa-Locka Main Office, Curtis Hinson displays exemplary performance at all times.  Several times his office has achieved Top 20 Office Performance for Street to Base Hours in 2011.  


He is a loyal, dedicated, trustworthy employee who sets the example in superior work habits.  His organizational skills are unmatched.  His employees admire him for his leadership and while they are constantly held to a high level of performance, they follow his instructions and perform at the level expected of them.


Curtis is left alone many times in his operation, with little or no supervision from his superiors.  He works over and beyond what is expected of him.  His dedication to the Postal Service is beyond reproach.  He volunteers to do more and does whatever it takes to succeed.  He trains, mentors, and guides his postal employees in a positive direction.  His overall performance for goals in FY 11 were outstanding and the achievement is noteworthy.


He is a reservist in the U.S. Army which he works half of the year for the Postal Service and half of the year for the US Army.  He has held many numerous positions such as a NCOIC, Mobilization Operation Center, Acting Sergeant Major, Mobilization Operation Center, Acting Sergeant Major for Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP), and Protocol NCOIC for the 188th Infantry Brigade (Fort Stewart GA).


In the US Army, he has received many awards which included two Meritorious Service Awards and seven Commendation Awards.  As a Senior Leader, he has 20 soldier members under his leadership.  His team is responsible for preparing units for deployment.  He assists in mobilizing and demobilizing 30,000-plus soldiers from across the country.  He also has trained soldiers in special areas when needed.


Curtis is involved with donating to children through his Miami Jackson High School Alumni Association.  He helps students attain scholarships.

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