The Stanley J. Kissel Jr. Award

The Stanley J. Kissel Award was instituted in 1990 to recognize an outstanding health services professional whose career accomplishments and work performance have resulted in outstanding contributions to the health of the Nation and to the mission of the Public Health Service.

This award was established in memory of CAPT Stanley J. Kissel Jr., M.S.W. At the time of his death on active duty in 1989, he served as Chief, Social Work Department, at the Clinical Center of the National Institutes of Health.  His notable contributions to the field of social work and to the Commissioned Corps are remembered and honored through this award.

The 2011 Stanley J. Kissel Award will be presented to a member of the Health Services Category or equivalent civil service professional who has made a significant impact on public health, on either a national level or local population*.  Nominations must also include evidence of leadership in the achievement(s) being cited, and must describe how the officer serves as a role model to others.  Furthermore, the nominations must demonstrate how the accomplishments are above and beyond their usual duties and responsibilities of the nominee per their billet or job description.  Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Nomination packets must include:

1. Nomination cover sheet.
2. Narrative, not to exceed 2 pages (font size 10 or 12), that describes:
1. The nominee's contributions to the advancement of the nation's health. Nominations should address the impact of the work and the role of the nominee,
2. The leadership of the nominee in the work being cited (e.g., providing vision or direction; developing an innovative approach; initiating significant activities; pursuing ongoing professional development; mentoring; etc.) and
3. Involvement of the nominee in health-related professional or community organizations or activities.
3. Current curriculum vitae and CV summary sheet (per HSO guidelines).

Nominations that do not follow the correct format will not be reviewed. Award criteria and nominations forms for this award may also be obtained by contacting: CDR Cecile Town at cecile.town@ihs.gov or by calling 505-248-4233.

Nominations for the Joseph Garcia, Jr. Award are solicited at the beginning of the year and are due in early spring.  Information on the award process and nomination due dates are sent electronically to all HSOs, via the HSO listserv, and is published in the Commissioned Corps Bulletin.  Members of the HS PAC are not eligible for this award during their term on the Committee.

* Current voting members of the HS PAC are not eligible to receive this award.
** All Nominees must meet and maintain Readiness Standard throughout the year.

Recipients of the Stanley J. Kissel Award