Jobs in the public sector are frequently thankless for those who hold them. For police officers, they are frequently subject to ridicule and jeers from an ungrateful community when they should be held up as heroes and respected for their contributions to society. For Nicholas Brems, this was the case for much of his career. However, Nicholas Brems was recently recognized by the Clearwater police department for the high quality and consistency of his work in the field. Nicholas Brems was given the Award of Excellence because of his great performance and long career with the force. Nicholas Brems is proud of the work that earned him this recognition.

The Award of Excellence is given by the Clearwater Police Force to an individual who has shown exemplary performance in all areas of their work life. Frequently, these individuals are being recognized for long years of service as well as the hard work they currently put into the job. For Nicholas Brems, this was certainly the case. Nicholas Brems has served as a police officer for over two decades, totaling twenty-two years of experience with a badge. Nicholas Brems' time as a police officer has taught him many things, and central to these is the concept of hard work paying off. For Nicholas Brems, this award represents exactly that: a reward for the grueling effort he has put into his work for the past two decades.

When Nicholas Brems was asked about receiving the award, he remained humble and directed the praise back to his fellow police officers. “I'm just doing my job,” Nicholas Brems explained. “When an officer is given this type of reward, it really reflects back on the entire support system in place behind him. I wouldn't have been able to perform my duties the way I did without the help of an entire staff of other officers, dispatchers, and leaders.” Nicholas Brems' humble response shows what kind of man he is. Nicholas Brems did not enter this profession looking for glory, and Nicholas Brems knows that without his team, he would not have succeeded. Nicholas Brems is a hard working individual who only wants to do his part and prove his worth, and has been very proud to serve his community.