Accounts Payable Technician Business Office and Resource Management Employee of the Month - April 2013
“Leslie began working in the Business Office about four years ago and she is an integral part of what makes our office operate successfully. Her position in accounts payable requires attention to detail, a firm understanding of financial transactions and people, and at times the spirit of a detective. Leslie excels at all of these things, and even manages to do it all with a smile.
“Recently Leslie has had to take on additional responsibility due to a change in staffing in our office, and even though it has meant an increase in her workload, her positive attitude has not varied. Recently when I asked her how she was doing, she said, ‘This is only temporary, and I can do just about anything temporarily. It's all good.’
“Customer service, both to internal and external customers at the college, is of great importance to Leslie. She is willing to pitch in on projects even when it has nothing to do with her regular job duties. She is someone to count on, and a person others want to be around and to emulate. Thank you for your consideration of Leslie for the Sterling Silver Award. It is a pleasure to nominate Leslie Slinkard for the Sterling Silver Award.”
Sandra Jacquot, Assistant Controller, Business Office and Resource Management
“Leslie is one of those people that just does her job and never gets mad at us for doing a bad job for her! When you are having a bad day, all you have to do is go to the Business Office and walk in… Leslie will brighten up your day just with her customer service skills. I know she is great at what she does and she loves NIC and having her daughter playing soccer for our school. Team spirit in everything that she does and it rubs off on you when you get around her. I am glad to say that I know Leslie and that I get to work with her! Go Leslie!”
Garry Stark, Assistant Director of Facilities Operations, Facilities Operations
“Leslie has always been responsive and helpful to me if I have a question or need her assistance with anything to do with payables. She is knowledgeable and skilled in everything she does and most important she provides excellent customer service. I appreciate her very much and I'm thankful she's a member of our Business Office staff.”
Shannon Goodrich, Senior Executive Assistant, President’s Office
“Leslie exemplifies an outstanding employee. She is extremely accurate and efficient in the performance of her accounts payable duties. She provides outstanding service to vendors and NIC employees alike and treats people with the utmost courtesy, even when dealing with difficult situations. She is a delight to work with, demonstrating a wonderfully positive and caring attitude toward her coworkers. Leslie is an incredible asset to the Business Office and North Idaho College.”
Carol Jones, Executive Assistant, Business Office and Resource Management
“The Sterling Silver Award is a wonderful opportunity to give accolades to a very deserving NIC employee… Leslie Slinkard. Leslie works diligently every day to provide outstanding customer service to and for our college community. She is a primary contact both inside and outside the organization. Her accounts payable expertise is extraordinary and she always completes her work with a ‘can-do’ attitude and smile. Leslie is a wonderful asset to NIC! She is approachable, thorough and never seems to be overwhelmed by any task. I am thankful to have the privilege of working with Leslie and even more blessed to call her a friend!”
Betsy Conery, Senior Account Technician/Payroll Assistant, Business Office and Resource Management
“I have had the honor of working with Leslie Slinkard since she was first hired. I actually was on the hiring committee, and I was so impressed by her then, and she continues to do so. She is the most hard-working, positive, patient, and kind individual. She is always available for any budget questions I might have, and guides me to the correct way to completion. This college is so lucky to have her on board, and I cannot think of a more deserving individual for the Sterling Silver Award.”
Sue Schuh, Executive Assistant, Professional-Technical Education
“I think Leslie Slinkard should be Employee of the Month for many reasons. One of many things I appreciate about Leslie is her dedication to her job. She is always a knowledgeable resource for me. She knows the policies and procedures for helping me manage the Trades and Industry accounts. If I have questions or problems, Leslie is always helpful in guiding me along the process of completing my job. She is willing to come along side me and help facilitate a positive outcome. Leslie is happy and welcoming whenever I am in the Business Office. It is so nice to walk in and have her there. I think that she really goes above and beyond in her day to day job. These are just a few of the reasons why I think Leslie Slinkard should be Employee of the Month.”
Kristin Parker, Purchasing Administrative Assistant, Trades and Industry Division
“Leslie is very gracious with my myriad of how-to questions. She's great at helping find solutions to problems and explaining procedures, as well as being very patient with my ‘goofs.’ She is a class act!”
Vonnie Kerr, Senior Administrative Assistant, Trades and Industry Division
“Leslie is so helpful when it comes to travel arrangements for our team. She is always looking for a way to make it more convenient for our student-athletes while we are on the road. I appreciate her organizational skills and attention to detail.”
Don Don Williams, Softball Head Coach, Athletics
“Leslie always goes above and beyond in her job. She always has a smile on her face. Leslie is such a pleasure to work with.”
Pat Whitcomb, Wrestling Head Coach, Athletics
“Leslie is a prime example of someone deserving of the Sterling Silver Award. With a recent vacancy in the other accounts payable position, Leslie has taken on so much more to make sure payments to vendors and employees never skip a beat. She brings so much energy to our office and it is easy to tell she loves her job.”
Josh Gittel, Accountant, Business Office and Resource Management
“Leslie is always willing to jump in and help! She is dedicated to her job and always willing to go the extra mile. Thank you Leslie for all that you do!”
Patty Stewart, Coordinator of Athletics, Athletics
“While I do not work in the Business Office, I can honestly say Leslie is a peach. Every time I need assistance she is on it. The phone is always picked up right away or, if she is away from her desk, I get a call back as soon as she returns. This in itself is such a plus for an administrative assistant like me who usually needs an answer right away. Leslie has also helped me with companies to get better prices on office supplies or ideas of where to check things out. She is truly an asset to our college and especially the Business Office. Thank you, Leslie, for all you do.”
Marlene Spencer, Senior Administrative Assistant, Math, Computer Science, and Engineering Division
“I am so happy to see the Sterling Silver Award go to Leslie Slinkard. She has been so helpful and patient with me this past year. If there is something that I don’t understand or need help with, Leslie always knows what’s best. She is such a bright person to work with and also a wonderful person to be around. Thanks Leslie for all that you do for the volleyball team! YOU’RE THE BEST!”
Kelsey Stanley, Assistant Volleyball Coach/Equipment Room Supervisor, Athletics
“It is truly a pleasure working with Leslie Slinkard with her great customer service and warm smile. She responds to my accounts payable needs quickly and professionally. Thank you Leslie for all you do!”
Lynn Hill, Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Assistant, Communications and Marketing Department
“Leslie embodies the spirit of the Sterling Spirit award, she is thoroughly committed to her work and NIC as a whole. She has a positive, can-do attitude and is always willing to take on any challenge. Leslie is very supportive and always has a kind word of encouragement and a smile on her face. She goes above and beyond when assisting employees with travel, cell phones and the myriad of payments that come her way. She is always professional and courteous with vendors and students and sets a shining example for NIC.”
Jessica Grantham, Accountant, Business Office and Resource Management
