Christopher Younger Named Harford County Employee of the Month for October

From Harford County government:

Christopher Younger, the Superintendent of Wastewater Operations for the Harford County has been named “Employee of the Month” for October. Mr. Younger is a 21 year employee with the Department of Public Works. Scott Valis, Assistant Superintendent of Wastewater Operations nominated Mr. Younger for the prestigious award.

Mr. Younger was promoted to his current position as Superintendent of Wastewater Operations a little more than a year ago. Since his promotion, he has worked developing and training a new management team, as well as preparing and planning for major construction projects at both the Sod Run Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Joppatowne Wastewater Treatment Plant.

In his nomination, Mr. Valis stated, “Mr. Younger exhibits a work ethic that is truly an example to those around him. He dedicates countless hours reviewing contract specifications and drawings, daily laboratory results and operations reports, preparing comprehensive monthly operating and discharge reports, while at the same time introducing innovative ideas in the treatment process. Christopher Younger is a fine example of a dedicated and professional Harford County employee and would be an excellent choice for the Harford County “Employee of the Month” award”.

Mr. Younger began his career with the Harford County Department of Public Works in 1991 as a Utility Worker III. He attended night school and earned his degree, while working “up the ladder” to a senior management position.

Commenting on his selection as “Employee of the Month for October, Mr. Younger said, “I am fortunate to work with a capable staff of professional people in the Division of Water and Sewer. This accolade helps to inform others of the work we perform in this demanding environmental field. It is an honor to have been nominated by one of my peers and selected as the recipient of this award. I wish to thank everyone involved in this process”.

“Harford County Government is fortunate to have dedicated, professional and exemplary employees such as Christopher Younger. He performs his work with little fanfare, but his work is vital to the people of Harford County. I congratulate Christopher on this award and look forward to many more years of outstanding service from he and his colleagues,” County Executive David R. Craig said.