2026 Employee Awards

We proudly recognize several employees for their commitment, dedication, and excellence in service.
Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:

Employee of the Year: Lt. Eric Augenstein

Criminal Division Supervisor of the Year: Lt. Kevin Hornbeck

Deputy of the Year: Deputy Wes Groves

Detective of the Year: Det. Logan Schwendeman

K-9 Handler of the Year: Det. Justin Peters

School Resource Officer of the Year: Dep. Craig Brickmeier

Civil Division Employee of the Year: Pam Bates

Dispatcher of the Year: Rebecca Miller

Corrections Division Employee of the Year: Amber McCray, LPN

Corrections Division Supervisor of the Year: Sgt. Cody Huggins

Corrections Officer of the Year: C/O Todd Parks

Thank you all for your hard work and continued service to the Washington County community