CHANDLER POLICE DEPARTMENT GENERAL ORDERS Serving with Courage, Pride, and Dedication Order B-02 AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS Subject 100 Guidelines Effective 09/22/17 Summary [26.1.2] The department awards program is designed to recognize and honor the meritorious service and conduct performed by members of the Chandler Police Department A. POLICY 1. ANY EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT is eligible for an award whether on or off duty 2. ANY EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT may nominate another employee for an award 3. TO BE ELIGIBLE for any award, conduct must be in keeping with sound judgment and reflect honorably upon the police profession 4. AWARDS may be given posthumously 5. THE CHIEF OF POLICE may nominate citizens for awards B. AWARDS SELECTION COMMITTEE 1. THE COMMITTEE CONSISTS OF seven members appointed by the Office of the Chief: a. A lieutenant b. A sergeant c. An officer assigned to Criminal Investigations Bureau d. An officer assigned to Field Operations Division e. A civilian supervisor f. A civilian employee g. The Professional Standards Section (PSS) commander 2. MEMBERSHIP a. Members serve at the direction of the Chief of Police for a two-year term b. Members terms will be staggered to provide continuity on the committee c. The chairman may appoint a temporary committee member in the absence of a regular committee member if such action would serve to accomplish the purpose of the committee d. A committee member may be replaced if deemed necessary 3. CHAIRMAN a. The PSS commander serves as chairman b. The chairman will announce potential awards, vet nominations through chain of command as necessary, maintain records, and prepare data for quarterly and annual award ceremonies c. The chairman will not have a vote in the process
09/22/17 Page 2 d. If the PSS commander is not available, the highest-ranking sworn member at any meeting of the committee will serve as chairperson 4. DECISION MAKING a. Quorum consists of four members b. Each member's vote is of equal value c. A majority vote is required to render a decision d. All votes will be by secret ballot 5. THE COMMITTEE WILL MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CHIEF OF POLICE for the following awards: a. Special Awards (Nomination submitted and considered as soon as possible following event; award presented at quarterly awards and/or annual awards ceremony) 1) Heroism Awards a) Medal of Valor b) Purple Heart c) Lifesaving Medal d) Critical Incident 2) Community Project Award 3) Meritorious Service Award 4) Unit Citation Award b. Annual Awards (Presented at annual awards ceremony) 1) Officer of the Year 2) Employee of the Year 3) Field Operations Patrol Team of the Year 4) Sworn Supervisor of the Year 5) Civilian Supervisor of the Year 6) Community Service Award c. Awards from outside the department 1) Veterans of Foreign Wars J. Edgar Hoover Gold Medal Award 2) Sons of the American Revolution Law Enforcement Commendation Medal 3) National Latino Police Officers Association Award 4) Chandler Chamber of Commerce - James R. Snedigar Public Service Award 5) Assignments to an outside agency task group or detail are not eligible for an outside agency award ribbon C. NOMINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. SUBMIT NOMINATION for award using the Chandler Police Department Award Nomination form or the Chandler Police Department Employee of the Quarter Nomination form (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2) 2. MAKE NOMINATIONS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE after the event which precipitated the recommendation, but not later than six months from occurrence 3. FORWARD EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER NOMINATIONS to the appropriate Precinct or Bureau Commander or Cost Center or Civilian Manager no later than the 20 th day of the last month of the quarter (March, June, September, December)
09/22/17 Page 3 4. FORWARD ALL OTHER NOMINATIONS to the Awards Selection Committee through the PSS Commander D. AWARDS 1. Special Awards 5. SUBMIT NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS no later than January 31 of each year Made when appropriate and not necessarily annual awards a. Heroism Awards 1) Medal of Valor Considered to be the highest award that can be granted by the Chandler Police Department a) Awarded to a member for exceptional bravery at the imminent risk of life or serious bodily injury. The recipient must demonstrate exceptional courage by performing a voluntary action in an extremely dangerous situation. b) Award consists of a medal, certificate, and a ribbon 2) Purple Heart: Awarded to a member of the department who receives serious bodily injury as a result of a felonious assault as defined by ARS 13-105.39, which states, "Serious physical injury includes physical injury that creates a reasonable risk of death, or that causes serious and permanent disfigurement, serious impairment of health or loss or protracted impairment of the function of any bodily organ or limb. This felonious assault must be by a suspect. a) The committee will review the totality of the circumstances surrounding the assault and extent of injury received b) Award consists of a medal, certificate, and a ribbon 3) Lifesaving Medal a) Awarded to a member of the department directly responsible for saving/prolonging (extended by days or weeks) a human life. The recipient may be any department employee, on or off duty. b) Award consists of a medal, certificate, and a ribbon 4) Critical Incident Award a) Awarded to a member of the department who demonstrates outstanding performance during an extraordinary or rare critical incident b) Award consists of a certificate and a ribbon b. Community Project Award 1) Presented to employee(s) who formulate, plan, and execute a special community project to advance the department s mission and goals 2) This award may be earned only once for the same community activity or service performed 3) Award consists of a plaque and a ribbon (note: new ribbon) c. Meritorious Service Award 1) Given to a member who consistently exceeds normal job requirements with at least one duty-related act of outstanding performance over 12 consecutive months. This may include a member proceeding with a pre-determined plan, program,
09/22/17 Page 4 investigation, or official act that exemplifies the mission and goals of the Chandler Police Department. 2) Award consists of a plaque and a ribbon 2. Annual Awards d. Unit Citation Award 1) Presented to a department team or unit whose actions consistently exceed normal job requirements with at least one duty-related act of outstanding performance over a period of one year. This may include a team proceeding with a pre-determined plan, program, investigation, or official act that exemplifies the mission and goals of the Chandler Police Department. 2) Award consists of a plaque for the team or unit and each member of the unit 3) Members must have served on the team for a minimum of three months during the calendar year a. Officer of the Year 1) Presented to an officer for distinguished service in any police assignment over a period of one year's time that is clearly exceptional and places the recipient in a position above other members of the same rank 2) Award consists of a plaque and a ribbon b. Employee of the Year 1) Presented to a civilian employee for distinguished service in any assignment over a period of one year's time that is clearly exceptional and places the recipient in a position above their peers 2) Award consists of a plaque c. Field Operations Patrol Team of the Year 1) Presented to a patrol team for excellence in the following policing areas: a) Beat problem identification and solution b) Proactive actions c) Self-initiated activity d) Major case investigation/resolution e) Calls for service f) Community service 2) Award consists of a plaque for the team or unit and each member of the unit 3) Members must have served on the team for a minimum of three months during the calendar year d. Sworn Supervisor of the Year 1) Presented to a sworn supervisor for distinguished supervision and leadership in any police assignment over a period of one year that is clearly exceptional and places recipient in a position above other sworn supervisors 2) Award consists of a plaque and a ribbon
09/22/17 Page 5 e. Civilian Supervisor of the Year 1) Presented to a civilian supervisor for distinguished supervision and leadership over a period of one year's time that is clearly exceptional and places the recipient in a position above other civilian supervisors 2) Award consists of a plaque f. Community Service Award 1) Presented to an employee who displays extraordinary efforts in serving the community over a period of one year that includes at least one instance of formulating, planning, and executing a special community project to advance the department s mission and goals 2) May be awarded only once for the same community activity or service performed 3) Award consists of a plaque and a ribbon 3. Employee of the Quarter Award a. Recipients selected by applicable Precinct or Bureau Commander, Rev Civilian Manager, or by a committee at their direction in the following areas: 1) Communications 2) Support Services (Detention/Records/Property & Evidence) 3) Forensic Services 4) Main Station Patrol and Patrol Admin 5) West Substation 6) South Substation 7) CIB 8) PSS/Planning/Administration/PDIT 9) Operational Support Bureau b. Awarded when the employee s efforts are exceptional and place the recipient in a position above other employees in the workgroup c. An employee may receive the Employee of the Quarter Award more than once annually d. May not be awarded every quarter in each area, but members of the department are encouraged to recognize exemplary work e. Award consists of a certificate 4. External Awards a. Veterans of Foreign Wars J. Edgar Hoover Gold Medal Award 1) Presented in recognition of the officer's pre-eminent abilities for his compassion, for the rights of the human integrity, and in honor of his service to the city, the state, and the nation 2) This award consists of a medal, certificate, and a ribbon b. Sons of the American Revolution Law Enforcement Commendation Medal 1) Presented to an individual who has served in the field of law enforcement with distinction and devotion 2) This award may only be awarded once to an individual 3) This award consists of a medal, certificate, and a ribbon c. National Latino Peace Officers Association (NLPOA) Awards 1) Presented to officers who have served their departments and communities in an exemplary manner in the following categories: Community Service, Lifesaving, and Valor. Nominating criteria are the same as those for corresponding departmental awards
09/22/17 Page 6 E. PINS 2) Award winners selected by NLPOA will receive their plaque and a departmental ribbon d. Chandler Chamber of Commerce James R. Snedigar Public Service Award 1) Presented to an individual who exhibits the character and standards that reflect those of the award s namesake, Officer James R. Snedigar. Must work in the public sector and have made a significant difference in the quality of life of an individual, a group, or the citizens of Chandler and have been actively involved in the community, or have demonstrated exceptional concern for the well-being and/or safety of others. 2) Award winner selected by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce will receive their plaque and a departmental ribbon e. Officers awarded recognition by an outside agency will be considered for nomination of the equal classification award issued under this or other General Orders The following specialties are awarded pins that may be worn according to General Order B-05.200G: F. NON-EMPLOYEE AWARDS 1. Motor Officers - upon successful completion of the 80-hour motor training school by the department quartermaster 2. FBI National Academy - upon successful completion of the Academy by the Academy 3. SWAT Members - upon successful completion of the following qualifications and approval of the commander by the quartermaster: a. SWAT specialty pin (tactical eagle - gold: supervisory/command officers; pewter: officer) will be awarded to all sworn SWAT members upon completion of six months of continual service b. SWAT operator specialty pin (tactical eagle w/single star and wreath gold: supervisory/command officers; pewter: officer ) will be awarded to all sworn SWAT members upon completion of an approved 80-hour basic tactical school and six months of continual service 1. The following awards may be presented to individuals not employed by the department. The Mayor and the Chief of Police may present the awards at a City Council meeting. a. The Valorous Conduct Award: Awarded to a non-employee in situations where the same conduct by an employee would have resulted in awarding the Medal of Honor - A certificate b. The Meritorious Conduct Award: Awarded to a non-employee in situations where the same conduct by an employee would have resulted in awarding the Meritorious Service Award - A certificate c. The Certificate of Appreciation: Awarded to a non-employee in situations where the same conduct by an employee would have resulted in awarding a City of Chandler Employee Recognition Award A certificate 2. The Chief of Police will make the decision to award the Valorous Conduct, Meritorious Conduct, or Certificate of Appreciation
09/22/17 Page 7 G. RIBBON/PIN PROGRAM 1. Requirements for Specialty Ribbons Awards Definition: Six-month period - The date of actual transfer and not the date of appointment a. Supervisors (Sergeants/Lieutenants) 1) Supervisors must complete the required training and serve a minimum of six months in the position 2) Supervisors must actually participate in the specialty function b. Specialty Assignments Officers 1) Specialty officers must complete the required training and actively serve in the position for a minimum of six months 2) If the officer is promoted or transferred to another assignment in good standing or promoted out of a specialty assignment, the officer will be considered to have completed the full assignment and is eligible for the ribbon for the assignment from which he is transferred or promoted c. Range Officers 1) Certified range officers assigned to the Firearms Unit will receive both a Community Services ribbon and a Range Master ribbon 2) Certified range officers assigned to another unit who function as a range officer on a part-time basis will receive a Range Master ribbon when they have completed six months service d. General Instructors 1) Officers must complete the General Instructor course and provided 80 hours of instruction to be eligible for the General Instructor s ribbon 2) The officer will submit a memorandum outlining the 80 hours of instruction to the quartermaster who will maintain it in the quartermaster s office e. An officer assigned to a specialty on a TDY is not eligible to receive a ribbon 2. Repeat Awards Awards received by a commissioned member that are repeat awards of the same class are authorized 3/16 inch stars as listed: first award, ribbon; second and third awards, a bronze star for each; fourth and fifth award, a silver star for each; and sixth award a gold star. The maximum number of devices on a single ribbon is two. 3. When to Wear a. Officers will only wear the awarded ribbons awarded when appearing in either the class A uniform or the Honor Guard uniform. 1) Proper placement guidelines: General Order B-05.200G 2) Class A uniform definition: General Order B-05.200G b. The quartermaster will issue the Honor Guard a second set of ribbons for dress uniform coats 4. Placement Order The quartermaster will maintain a chart with the correct order for ribbon placement. See also, B-02.200 Ribbon Program Chart at end of this order. a. Awards adopted subsequent to publication of this addendum, unless heroism is involved, will follow the last previously listed ribbon b. Heroism awards consisting of medals, ribbons, or other devices received from outside agencies may not be worn in uniform
09/22/17 Page 8 c. Discontinued ribbons 1) Only applicable section ribbons are now issued. Ribbons previously earned but no longer awarded may still be worn on the dress uniform. 2) Officers who are eligible for, but have not received, a specialty ribbon being discontinued will receive a section ribbon only 3) Officers who have already received discontinued ribbons may maintain those ribbons. However, if the officer leaves the specialty and returns, making him eligible for a star, he will be required to turn in the discontinued specialty ribbon and receive the applicable section ribbon along with the appropriate star as indicated in General Order B-02.100G2. H. THE CITY OF CHANDLER SERVICE AWARD RECOGNITION The City of Chandler Service Award Recognition Policy provides procedures to recognize employees who initially complete five years of service, and thereafter in subsequent five-year increments