Pictured, from left, are Christian Root, senior assistant county attorney; Shawn Yetter, commissioner; John Van Wert, assistant county attorney; and Bill Standinger, legislator.
On Monday, Oct. 26, the Tioga County Department of Social Services (DSS) announced that John Van Wert had been named Employee of the Third Quarter for 2015.
Van Wert has been employed with Tioga County on two different occasions – the first in 1993 and then he returned on July 2, 2007.
Van Wert’s professional relationships with the many departments and employees of Tioga County are exemplary, according to a release from DSS.
The release added, “He has a good rapport with staff, fellow attorneys, and the courts. John always ensures that he is available to assist his fellow co-workers. He is thoughtful in his responses to situations that arise to give the best legal advice while ensuring to meet the needs of the Department. John is very deserving of this award. Congratulations John.”
