"Ms. Bos was chosen as our Civilian of the Year for her accomplishments both on and off the job," said Munoz.  "Her dedication and commitment exemplifies the department's proud tradition of service through excellence, integrity and courtesy." 

As the administrative assistant to the Assistant Criminal Investigation Division commander, Bos is known for providing expert guidance in areas ranging from purchasing to data collection.  She is always willing to go above and beyond her job duties to help others.  Recently, she volunteered to coordinate specialized in-service training and took the extra initiative to streamline and improve the registration process.

Known among her peers for being civic-minded, Bos is actively involved with improving the work-place environment and encouraging co-workers to give back to the community.  Thanks to her dedication, the Criminal Investigation Division received the Platinum Award of Excellence from the American Red Cross for the Division's blood drives.

Away from work, Bos is an active volunteer for the Michigan Humane Society.  In addition to regularly spending time at local shelters caring for the animals and assisting veterinarians, she participates in the annual televised fundraiser and pet walk.

Bos is also committed to improving the environment.  She maintains a compost pile at her home and collects leaves from family members and friends who do not have that service in their communities.  Bos extended her passion for the environment to the office by establishing a recycling program for plastic materials and batteries, as well as a compost bin on the work premises.

Bos has been the administrative assistant 31 years; 12 of them with the MSP.  She currently resides in Livonia, Mich.

The Civilian of the Year Award is named in honor of the late Floyd R. Bell Jr., a 42-year employee of the MSP, who continuously demonstrated commitment and dedication to the department and his community.