Hampyeong-gun, Active Administration Incentives 'Pungpung'... Spreading Proactive Public Service Culture

Selection of Outstanding Public Officials Driving Tangible Changes for Residents

[Hampyeong=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Hampyeong County will select outstanding public officials for proactive administration in the first half of this year to foster a public service culture that transforms the lives of its residents.

On the 27th, Hampyeong County in Jeollanam-do announced that a total of 16 people participated in the recommendation and application process for outstanding proactive public officials in the first half of 2021.

'Proactive administration' refers to actions taken by public officials who actively handle tasks based on creativity and expertise for the public interest, such as improving unreasonable regulations.

The selection of outstanding proactive public officials is conducted twice a year, in the first and second halves, targeting all employees (including public officials and non-regular workers).

The finally selected outstanding officials receive at least one incentive from eight categories, including special promotion, highest grade performance bonus, transfer to a desired department, and special leave.

This year, 16 applications were received for the first half proactive administration outstanding public official selection in Hampyeong County, more than tripling the total of 5 applicants last year, demonstrating significant interest in the selection process.

This is interpreted as a result of the exceptional incentives provided during the selection of outstanding officials and the gradually spreading atmosphere of proactive work within the public service community.

The outstanding proactive public officials will be finally selected through a first-round practical review and a second-round deliberation and resolution by the Hampyeong County Personnel Committee, with three officials chosen.

County Governor Lee Sang-ik stated, “We plan to continue rewarding outstanding proactive public officials who break away from the traditional work style that values precedents and customs and achieve tangible results felt by residents,” adding, “We will strive to establish the proactive administration system firmly within the public service to improve the quality of life for our residents.”

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