HCJFS Director Moira Weir has been chosen as a national finalist for an award recognizing government leaders.
Weir was named one of ten finalists for a 2017 Route Fifty Navigator Award in the category of Agency and Department Leadership. Weir was praised as someone who has built the foundation for success and created an environment for innovation.
She was one of nearly 300 people nominated for the award.
Route Fifty is a private entity that aims to connect government leaders with relevant news, insight and resources. It bills itself as an essential source for learning about the great ideas, cutting-edge programs and success stories in government operations across the nation.
Winners will be announced Nov. 15.
Since 2009, Hamilton County JFS has won 16 innovation awards – more than any other government agency in Ohio – from the National Association of Counties.
