At the recent board of commissioners meeting on February 20th, Dawn Colliander, a highly regarded Employee Guidance Counselor from the Minnesota Family Invest Program – Adult team, was honored with an employee achievement award. Ramsey County's website notes that her coworkers give her top marks for being a diligent and resourceful worker with a humble approach.
Colliander's commitment is visible in her capacity to constantly look for innovative ways to quickly enhance job placement roundtable sessions, a task that involves significant preparation. She prioritizes feedback for improving topics and sourcing presenter ideas, ensuring that those who attend these sessions find them to be highly valuable. Her colleagues admire her for being "kind, caring and uplifting," a description fitting for someone dedicated to lifting others as they strive to better themselves in the workforce.
Dawn Colliander, Employee Guidance Counselor 2 on the Minnesota Family Invest Program – Adult team, was presented with an employee achievement award during the Feb. 20 board of commissioners meeting.
— RamseyCounty (@RamseyCounty) February 20, 2024
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Her involvement in Workforce Solutions is more than just a job; it's a personal mission. Dawn has shared that she finds joy in seeing the residents she serves "grow and gain confidence within themselves to achieve their goals." as reported in the Ramsey County Official website.
An inquisitive spirit and recognition of collaborative efforts define Colliander's work philosophy. She is always quick to demonstrate her curiosity through questions and makes it her business to consistently create an environment of appreciation where everyone feels that their contributions are invaluable. Dawn Colliander's receipt of the employee achievement award is not just a recognition of her excellence but a testament to the ethos she brings to her community and colleagues.
