COMDTINST 12451.3B — Coast Guard Nonappropriated Fund (naf) Employee Of The Year (eoy) Award Program

COMDTINST 12451.3B governs the annual recognition of Coast Guard nonappropriated fund employees through the NAF Employee of the Year Award Program.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 12451.3B
  • Title: COAST GUARD NONAPPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR (EOY) AWARD PROGRAM
  • Date: 5/12/2016
  • Proponent: CG-01

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The publication establishes eligibility and selection criteria for senior- and junior-level NAF Employee of the Year nominees. It also sets nomination procedures, award contents, recognition arrangements, and funding responsibilities.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarters staff elements shall comply with the provisions of this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • NAF Employee of the Year awards
  • Nonappropriated fund employee eligibility
  • Senior- and junior-level selection criteria
  • Nomination requirements
  • Cash awards and recognition
  • Award ceremony travel funding

Questions and answers

How many NAF employees receive the Employee of the Year award each year?

The NAF EOY award will be given annually to two NAF employees who have demonstrated superior job performance or have significantly contributed above and beyond the scope of their normal duties. (paragraph 4)

Who is eligible for the NAF Employee of the Year award?

All employees paid from nonappropriated funds are eligible for this award regardless of other awards received.

How long must a Coast Guard employee have worked to qualify for the award?

Has been an employee of the Coast Guard for a minimum of 1 year.

What performance ratings qualify a nominee for the NAF Employee of the Year award?

For the previous performance appraisal period has received either: (1) An “Exceeds Expectations” or “Exceptional” under the Coast Guard Exchange System’s Performance Review System, or (2) A “Meets” or “Exceeds” under the Coast Guard’s Excellence, Achievement and Recognition System on the U. S. Coast Guard Performance Plan and Evaluation, Form CG-3430.8R.

How long can an NAF Employee of the Year nomination be?

Nominations shall not exceed two typed pages.

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