Deputy Doyle named county’s Employee of the Year

Provided photos: From left include Sheriff Christopher Bourke, Employee of the Year John Doyle, and Director of Personnel Katie Harvey. 

Press Release, Orleans County Department of Personnel

ALBION – The EAP Committee is tasked to recognize employees of the month. This is a very important and a very special occasion when fellow county employees are recognized for not only their service to the citizens of the county but to recognize those individuals who go above and beyond their duty.

The EAP Committee receives nominations from fellow employees and department directors and then the nominations are reviewed and discussed by the committee and a selection is made.

The employees of the months for the past year were:

• October 2024 – Craig Lane (Department of Public Works)

• November 2024 – Bert Mathes (Department of Public Works)

• December 2024 – Kathleen Bates (Office for the Aging)

• January 2025  – Cynthia Walter (Social Services)

• February 2025 – Dawn Hazel (Mental Health)

• March  2025 – Audra Fisher (Emergency Management)

• April 2025 – Maria Strathearn (Social Services)

• May 2025 – Dustin Wells (Sheriff)

• June 2025 – Shelby Willis & Page Smith (Sheriff-Dispatch)

• July 2025 – Samantha Lawson (Social Services)

• August 2025 – John Doyle (Sheriff)

• September 2025 – Gerald Bentley (Sheriff-Dispatch)

Employee of the Month attendees include from left: Craig Lane (Public Works), Bert Mathes (Public Works), Kathleen Bates (Office for the Aging), Dawn Hazel (Mental Health), Audra Fisher (Emergency Management), Maria Strathearn (Social Services), Dustin Wells (Sheriff), Shelby Willis (Sheriff-Dispatch), Page Smith (Sheriff-Dispatch), Samantha Lawson (Social Services), John Doyle (Sheriff) and Gerald Bentley (Sheriff-Dispatch). They were recognized at the Fairhaven Inn.

From this pool of candidates, a Department Head must make a recommendation to a separate committee to determine the Employee of the Year. The committee takes into consideration the service that an employee has performed before choosing the Employee of the Year.

Throughout the past year, our employee of the year has shown exceptional dedication to keeping the public, county buildings, staff, and visitors safe. His proactive approach, professionalism, and commitment to public safety have strengthened the sense of security for everyone in our community and workplace.

His attention to detail and quick actions have helped prevent incidents, reduce risks, and create a safer environment across our county. His calm and professional presence brings confidence and reassurance to all who interact with him.

This employee demonstrates consistent service, awareness, and dedication. His work to protect the public, county employees, and our buildings reflects both outstanding skill and a strong commitment to the safety of those who rely on them each day.

The Sheriff’s Office and Orleans County appreciate his service to the department and the community. His interactions with the public are thorough and professional. Qualities that make him deserving of this award.

I am pleased to announce this year’s Employee of the Year is John Doyle.

Congratulations!

Katie Harvey, director of personnel