Department of the Air Force Civilian Kelly L. Smith has been named Fourth Quarter Category One 022813-SmithAirForceCivilian of the Squadron Group and Wing.

Smith recognized by Air Force

Published 8:19am Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Selection was based on the individual’s exemplary duty performance, job knowledge, leadership qualities, teamwork, significant self-improvement, personal achievements, notable accomplishments and community service and support.

Smith is a hazardous material preparer inspector certifier assigned to the 436th Airlift Wing at Dover Air Force Base, Del.

She has served in federal service for 10 years.

She is the daughter of Joseph and Doris Becknell of Landrum.

Smith graduated in 1996 from Landrum High School.

– article submitted by Hometown News

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