Shasta County is fortunate to have many exemplary employees. On a daily basis, their dedication, integrity, creativity, and professionalism are called upon to maintain the high quality of local public services enjoyed by the citizens of Shasta County. Their jobs are becoming more challenging as public expectations of service and demands for increased efficiency escalate. In this environment, it is important that we recognize those employees who set the standard of excellence and dedication for the entire organization. Their contribution deserves the thanks and appreciation of the entire County family and the citizens of the community.
In this spirit, the Board is being asked to recognize the Employee of the Month who has been nominated by the Employee Recognition Committee. This nomination is based on a review of all nominations using the selection criteria provided for in the Employee Recognition Policy. It is the recommendation of the Employee Recognition Committee that Darlene Perea, Investigative Technician, Shasta County Sheriff Department, be recognized as the March 2018 Employee of the Month.
Ms. Perea performs the complexity of her job duties with a high standard of skill and professionalism. She is trustworthy, responsible, and entrusted with various important duties regarding high profile investigations. Ms. Perea is relied on because of her ability to conduct herself with the highest level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity regarding the duties assigned to her.
Recently, the Sheriff Department ID Lab was called to investigate two homicide scenes. Ms. Perea was contacted to assist during hours that were not part of her regular schedule. She responded to the locations without hesitation and took the roll as Lead Investigative Technician. She documented, collected, and cataloged numerous items of evidence. Ms. Perea is committed to getting the job done.
These types of investigations require the utmost professionalism, attention to detail, and care. One of the homicide investigations required Ms. Perea to document reported injuries of the person suspected of the homicide. This was an obviously delicate situation, with safety concerns, case integrity, and high emotions. Ms. Perea was calm, professional, and empathetic to the situation.
Ms. Perea continues to represent the Shasta County Sheriff Department and serve the citizens of Shasta County with dedication and distinction.