Career Awards and Recognitions

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Recommendation for Federal Service (December 2020)
Formal letter of support from CHC Chair Joaquin Castro recommending William Colon as qualified and prepared to serve in a presidential administration, underscoring the importance of qualified Hispanic representation across all levels of the federal government.

The Assistant Deputy Warden Dominick Schiano Award (July 2013) 

Conferred by the Assistant Deputy Wardens & Deputy Wardens  Association to a Deputy Warden whose Professionalism, Integrity, and  Commitment to Duty, as well as those of Supervisors, Peers, and Subordinates, have been consistent throughout the member’s career.
 

Appreciation Award (October 2012) 

For dedication and commitment to the men and women of the C.O.B.A., recognition awarded by the Correction Officers Benevolent Association  Inc.
 

Citation for Exemplary Service (October  2012)
For Exemplary service on behalf of their community, whether through unique achievement in professional or other endeavors, or simply through a lifetime of good citizenship. Citation awarded by Eric Adams, New York  State Senate, 20th District.
 

Deputy Warden of the Year (November 2008)
Recognition awarded by the New York City Department of Correction Hispanic Society.
 

Deputy Warden of the Year (October 2008)  
For dedication and commitment to the men and women of the C.O.B.A., recognition awarded by the Correction Officers Benevolent Association  Inc.
 

Humanitarian Award (November 2006)
For having demonstrated, when immediately called upon, the act of personal sacrifice, coordinating the rescue of an infant child in front of the Bronx Supreme Court, recognition was awarded by the New York City  Department of Correction Hispanic Society.

Employee of the Month (September 2001) 

In recognition of your special achievement and outstanding performance.  Recognition awarded by Commissioner William J. Frasier.  

Employee of the Month (April 2000) 

In recognition of your special achievement and outstanding performance. Recognition awarded by Commissioner Bernard B. Kerik. 

Departmental Commendation Award (September 1998) 

Fire Rescue Evacuation of 260 detainees from Bronx Supreme Court—recognition awarded by Commissioner Bernard B. Kerik.