Tracey Crawley Proves A Fast Learner In Whitfield County's Engineering Department

  • Thursday, September 29, 2016
  • Mitch Talley
Tracey Crawley came to the Whitfield County Engineering Department with no experience in that area.

It didn’t take her long to catch on, says co-worker Jonathan Wells, who successfully nominated her as Whitfield County Employee of the Month for August.

“Tracey came to our department in November of 2014 with no experience in engineering/planning,” Mr. Wells said. “She not only mastered her training very quickly, but also has striven to identify areas where she can improve and has self-trained in many of these areas.”

Mr.
Wells said that Ms. Crawley consistently goes above and beyond her job expectations to help make sure that the Engineering Department runs smoothly.

“The tasks that Tracey works on are always completed on time, if not early, and are of high quality,” he said. “Tracey often assists her co-workers in prioritizing tasks regarding pending permit applications, pending complaints, and other functions related to projects and plans. A willingness to be ‘in the game,’ so to speak, or be a team player, is one of Tracey’s great assets.”

Ms. Crawley is always willing to discuss and carry out work-related actions with co-workers and also with others doing business with the department, Mr. Wells said.

“Tracey tackles the most difficult tasks with enthusiasm and conducts what can be described as ‘difficult conversations’ without shyness or delay,” Mr. Wells said.

Ms. Crawley has improved the department’s correspondence by using her administrative skills to compile, review, and organize data and legal documents, such as contracts and reports, that are sent to government agencies, contractors, firms, and others.

She’s also serving as chairman of the county’s 2016 United Way fundraising campaign this fall.

To help local residents get to know her better, Ms. Crawley filled out the following fun questionnaire.

Name: Helen Tracey Crawley

Job title: administrative assistant to the county engineer

Time with the county: eight years

Where I went to high school: Murray County High School

My role as a county employee: Assistant to county engineer, assistant storm water coordinator, assistant NPO coordinator, assistant planning and zoning, maintain TSPLOST accounts

What keeps my job interesting: I enjoy meeting  new people and contributing to the development of Whitfield County.

What gives me a sense of accomplishment on the job: Seeing projects completed that enhance the community and help the citizens.

The most important thing I’ve done on the job: I have been entrusted to account for the public’s SPLOST funds for road projects.

Where I grew up: Murray County

Family: Husband Larry Crawley, sons Mason Crawley and Mitchell Crawley.

After work, I enjoy: Spending time with family.

Community activities: United Way, Humane Society

Favorite TV shows: CSI Miami, Golden Girls, Law & Order SVU

Favorite sports team: Georgia Bulldogs

Favorite meal: Anything potatoes

Favorite song: Anything George Strait

Favorite Whitfield County restaurant: Lisa’s Café

Favorite Whitfield County event: North Georgia Ag Fair

You can pick four people to have dinner with (anyone from any time in history) – who are your four people and why? My dad – recently passed away and missed terribly. Jesus – love and compassion. Ronald Reagan – respect and guidance. Uncle Homer – passed and respected. All four because they could share so much advice on life and how to live it honorably.

I’m most proud of: Living for God and following the examples of my parents bringing them honor.

Cats or dogs? Dogs

Cake or pie? Neither (not a sweet eater)

Favorite car? Camaro and classic GTO

Host or be hosted? Host

Early riser or sleep in? Depends on events taking place

Favorite vacation ever: Family vacation with my mom to Daytona and Disney World

Best teacher I ever had: Dr. Beasley

Pet peeve: People who do not take responsibility for their actions

If I’ve learned one thing in life, it’s: Always be truthful and honest with people.

Who has had the most impact on my life: My Dad

What’s left on my bucket list: Travel more

If I could have been in any profession of my choosing, I would have been a: Prosecuting attorney.

If I could have two wishes, they would be: To rid the world of cancer and a loving home for all animals.

You’d be surprised to learn that I: Love to bake cakes and pies but I don’t eat sweets.

The best advice I ever got: From Dad – always stand up for yourself, and be honest even if the truth hurts.

Anything else you’d like to say: Live every day as though it’s your last. Don’t take friends and family for granted. Show them and tell them how much you love them, for no one is promised tomorrow.
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