Distinguished Deputy Award

• Nominees must currently serve as a deputy director or a member of the senior leadership/executive team of the Chief Administrator's Office. (state CAO not eligible)

• All senior leaders and department staff are eligible to nominate a current deputy/senior leader.

• Nominees for this award must be a current member of NASCA (i.e. the state).

The Distinguished Deputy Award shall be recognized for a career record of accomplishments that have had a significant, positive impact on the award recipient’s state. Nominations can include a highlight of a recent accomplishment.

• All nominations must be submitted via the Typeform link under “How to Nominate” below

• All nomination packets must be formatted in Arial font, size 11, with single spacing and 1-inch margins on all sides.

• Nomination packets must not exceed four pages, excluding this title page.

• In addition to this submission packet, the Typeform survey will prompt you to upload:

  • A recent headshot of the nominee and a short biography (maximum 100 words).

  • Optional supporting materials such as visuals, images, examples, etc.

Step 1: Download and complete this Nomination Template.

Step 2: Submit your completed Nomination Form along with a headshot and 100-word bio of nominee using this link.

Please note: Only complete submissions made through the link above will be considered.