Game and Fish Recognizes Employee Efforts

North Dakota Game and Fish Department director Jeb Williams recently honored employees with performance-based awards. The following special recognition awards were presented during the department’s staff meeting in December. 

Paul Bailey, south central district fisheries supervisor, Bismarck, was recognized for his research, and managing Lake Oahe and 90 fishing waters in south central North Dakota.

Dale Repnow, procurement officer, Bismarck, was recognized for his knowledge, work ethic, dedication and willingness to help others.

Greg Freeman, communications supervisor, Bismarck, was recognized for his leadership, innovative ideas and commitment to expanding outreach and marketing.

Justin Mattson, administrative staff officer, Bismarck, was recognized for his contributions to every division and for overseeing several major building projects. 

Kyle Hoge, fisheries development specialist, Bismarck, was recognized for his knowledge of construction, fabrication and equipment operation in the fisheries development program.

In addition to special recognition recipients, Shawn Sperling, district game warden, Minot, was named North Dakota’s Boating Officer of the Year. His district includes lakes Sakakawea, Darling and Audubon, and several smaller lakes. Chief game warden Scott Winkelman said warden Sperling has a passion for boating and boating enforcement, and his patrols are effective at deterring violations and keeping those on the water safe.