At the Country Meadows Justice Court, clerk Matthew's customer service background comes in handy.
“I'm just glad I did a good job," he says with a shy shrug.
It was his assistance that led to his nomination and win of the Justice Courts’ CRAFT Award- our version of an employee of the month. The CRAFT Award recognizes employees who go above and beyond in any of five categories:
A coworker submitted Matthew's name after working extra hard to solve a problem a court customer had with another government agency. He did not give up until it was sorted out.
“I try to use good customer service and do what I can,” he said. “I’m a reflection of the court and the county and we want to put out a good image for everyone.”
Thank you, Matthew, for being outstanding!
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The Maricopa County Justice Courts participate in StandDown and Stand Up events throughout the year.
The next one is the big one at the State Fairgrounds at 19th Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix. Veterans, their families, and those facing homelessness can receive help from:
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