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Employee Engagement

An engaged and empowered team is the foundation of our success. Our Employee Engagement and Recognition programs are designed to celebrate the hard work, dedication and achievements of our team members. 


Employee Engagement

Our employee engagement activities are designed to foster collaboration, celebrate achievements and promote a supportive culture that values fun. From the annual Employee Appreciation Week to dress up days, community involvement and holiday gatherings, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. 


What's Happening?

Community

Canned Food Drive

We’re launching an agency-wide Canned Food Drive in June and you’re invited to take part! Each SOK location will have its own collection box, with donations going directly to a local food pantry in your area. 

Get Involved
Engagement

SOK Baseball Outings

This summer, we’re inviting SOK staff to two fun-filled baseball outings—one in OKC and one in Tulsa. It’s a great chance to relax, connect with coworkers and spend time with friends and family outside the office.

Purchase Tickets
Wellness

Virtual Walking Club

Don't forget to submit your steps for the SOK Walking Club! Track your steps using your smartphone, watch or any other activity tracker of your choice and submit them by the end of the month! 

Submit Your Steps
Employee Appreciation

EOQ Nominations

The third quarter is wrapping up and Employee of the Quarter nominations will be closing on June 30. Don't miss your chance to recognize a colleague who exemplifies our SOK core values. 

Nominate a Teammate


Employee Recognition

We take great pride in acknowledging the hard work of our teammates. By embodying our core values—being pioneering, authentic, reliable, neighborly, and trustworthy—we celebrate those who go above and beyond to deliver a best-in-class experience for our customers, partner groups, and one another. These programs reflect our shared commitment to fostering a culture of appreciation and recognition.


Employee Events

Our engagement events bring energy, connection and a little fun to the workday. From themed activities to team challenges, there’s always something happening to help us stay connected and enjoy the day together.


Employee Merch Store

The employee store is open the first two weeks of every month! Those wanting an additional Service Oklahoma t-shirt can purchase it for $9.50 plus tax. Sizes 2X and up will incur a $2 increment charge per size up to 6X. Please note the store is only open the first two weeks of the month. Stay tuned for more Service Oklahoma branded merch coming soon!


Thrive

Thrive is the state employee wellness program available to all Service Oklahoma employees! Thrive works to empower state of Oklahoma employees to improve and enhance their overall well-being through eight components of wellness – physical, emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, social and spiritual – by providing programs that include a variety of education, activities and challenges for state employees and their families.


Employee Discounts

As a valued State of Oklahoma employee, you can enjoy a variety of discounts on products and services. Take advantage of these exclusive perks that recognize your important contributions to the state! Visit the state employee benefits page to discover all the available discounts from various vendors who appreciate the service state employees provide to Oklahomans.


Meet Your Employee Engagement Manager

Alicia Merrick, Service Oklahoma's Employee Engagement Manager, is an Oklahoma native dedicated to fostering positive workplace cultures. With a bachelor's in strategic communications and a master's in legal studies, she actively serves on local community boards. Feel free to reach out to her with any questions about Employee Engagement or Recognition activities!