Officer Nicholas Collishaw Selected as the Employee of the Quarter - 4th Quarter 2021

So although we are a little late in posting this, it gives us great pleasure to announce that Officer Nicholas Collishaw has been selected as the Hollis Police Department Employee of the Quarter, for the 4th Quarter of 2020 (October 1st through December 31st).

Although Nick spent most of 2020 serving a deployment in the United States Army, upon his return to duty in September, he almost immediately got up to speed with training, policy updates, and other administrative responsibilities.  He resumed his duties with enthusiasm and a cheerful demeanor. 

During a department meeting in December regarding employee resiliency and wellness, Nick meaningfully participated with stark honesty seldom seen within the typical culture of police departments.  This makes his cheerful demeanor and cooperativeness even more impressive. 

Nick has also embraced new responsibilities within the day-to-day management of the Hollis Police Department Evidence/Property Room.  More specifically, Nick began a project to purge stale evidence and property, and also to maximize the available space within the storage areas.   As any executive level law enforcement official will tell you, property and evidence management are associated with some of the highest risks for an agency.  Nick’s efforts at properly purging and accounting for property and evidence maintained within our facility is a critical function for this agency and helps us maintain the highest standards and measures of accountability.  

I also wanted to mention that despite some personal challenges Nick faced in 2020, he has continued to bring positive energy and a positive mental attitude to the workplace while performing his duties in a highly professional manner.  Most importantly, however, is the fact that Nick consistently treats his peers and members of the public with respect at all times, which is appreciated and does not go unnoticed. 

For this, and many other reasons, I am proud to recognize Officer Nicholas Collishaw as the Employee of the Quarter.  His continued professionalism, dedication to duty, and contributions to our agency and the Hollis community reflect great credit upon himself, the Hollis Police Department, and the policing profession as a whole.  Nick - you should also take immense pride in knowing that you were nominated for this recognition by a number of your colleagues.

THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO Nicholas and please know how very proud we all are of you!