The Morehouse College “Employee of the Month/Year” program was reintroduced in April 1998. The program is designed to raise employee morale; encourage involvement in the activities of the institution and community; give special recognition to individuals that are making a contribution to the institution and community; enhance the College's appreciation of persons dedicated to making Morehouse a better place for its constituents and to serve as an incentive for employees demonstrating positive customer service.

Nominations may come from fellow staff members, students, and faculty.

Eligibility for Nomination

All full-time staff members, excluding members of the selection committee and those who have received the award within a given fiscal year, are eligible for nomination for “Employee of the Month.” Nominees must have been employed full-time by Morehouse College for a minimum of one year. In addition, nominees must be in good standing in the areas of performance and attendance within their respective unit.

At the end of each year (which will run from May 1 to April 30), the twelve “Employee of the Month” selections are considered for the “Employee of the Year” award. No other nominations will be accepted.

Nomination Procedures

Nomination forms may be obtained from the Office of Human Resources, or by clicking the link, Employee of the Month Nomination Form. Nomination forms should be submitted no later than the 20th of each month, for consideration for the following month. Nominees that are not selected as the Employee of the Month will remain eligible for consideration two months following the original submittal date of their nomination.

The nominees must demonstrate the attributes outlined in the College’s Leadership 4.0 initiative (Action, Ability, Attitude, and Articulation) as described in the following criteria:

1. Displays leadership abilities and professionalism in conducting the particulars of work related responsibilities;
   
   
2. Demonstrates excellent customer service and interpersonal skills;
   
   
3. Is involved in academic or community related project(s);
   
   
4. Exhibits the College’s institutional values: accountability, civility, community, compassion, honesty, integrity, respect, spirituality and trust; and
   
   
5. Has made a positive impact on the College.

Selection Process and Committee Rules:

1. The Selection Committee will consist of the members of the Staff Development and Recognition Committee of the Morehouse College Staff Advisory Council, and one representative from the Office of Human Resources. The members of the Selection Committee will serve for a one year term.
   
2. The Selection Committee will review the nomination forms submitted following the 20th of each month. The “Employee of the Month” is selected from the nomination forms submitted for the current month and two previous months. A quorum of the members (half plus one) must be present to finalize a selection.
   
3. Selections are announced by the last working day of the month.
   
4. The “Employee of the Month” will be recognized effective the first day of each month and ending the last day of the month.
   
5. The recipient of the “Employee of the Year” award would be chosen based on the total points accumulated during his/her month of selection. The selection with the highest total points will win this award.