The True Public Servant
- Will not act out of spite, bias, or favoritism;
- Will not tell the boss only what he or she wants to hear;
- Respects the competence and views of others;
- Does not succumb to peer or other pressure;
- Contributes to a climate of mutual trust, respect and friendliness;
- Refuses to let official actions be influenced by personal relationships, including those arising from past or prospective employment;
- Has the courage of his or her convictions;
- Is not seduced by flattery;
- Unflinchingly accepts responsibility;
- Does not try to shift blame to others and accepts responsibility for one’s own actions and conduct;
- Can distinguish between the need to support an unwelcome decision and the duty to report unethical conduct;
- Never forgets that they are working for the people…all the people.
Adopted from: Ethical Principles for the Public Servant
By: The Council for Excellence in Government