My Public Service Journey

The goal of this book is that when you are done reading you will have learned some key lessons based on the author's own career in the military, in business, and as a public servant. The author addresses topics concerning the current lack of trust in elected officials and lack of civility in the public sector and what to do about it; strategies for greater accountability to be experienced by public servants; how to achieve enhanced awareness of the pitfalls associated with public service; and the importance of planning and implementing change in our communities. It is through identifying and discussing these issues that a good base foundation can be developed for new courses of action to be taken in this new century.

Public service has always been important to me. I have been active in my community and dedicated to the concept of public service - in theory and action - throughout my entire life. I have made it a point to serve at every chance that I get - and believe too that it is incredibly important to encourage the next generation of public servants in their endeavors. It is my goal that when you are done reading you will have learned some key lessons based on my own career in the military, in business, and as a public servant. I write to address topics concerning the current lack of trust in elected officials and lack of civility in the public sector and what to do about it; strategies for greater accountability to be experienced by public servants; how to achieve enhanced awareness of the pitfalls associated with public service; and the importance of planning and implementing change in our communities. It is through identifying and discussing these issues that a good base foundation can be developed for new courses of action to be taken in this new century. Public service is something that is all encompassing and speaks to many actions, efforts, and commitments. It is a challenging endeavor, on ongoing battle, and a noble cause.

Henry "Hank" Castillon has held many titles throughout his life and career of service to our Nation and to his community: Private through Brigadier General in the U.S. Army and Wyoming Army National Guard; Silver Star, Bronze Star with "V" device, and Purple Heart recipient; Vietnam Veteran; Assistant Adjutant General of the Wyoming National Guard; AUSA Cowboy Chapter President; Regional Executive Quality Representative – National Guard Bureau; Director of Selective Service for the State of Wyoming; Assistant Field Manager Support Services at the Bureau of Land Management; Board of Directors – School District #2; Mayor of the City of Green River; and, now, author. Of all these, he prefers to answer to Hank, Dad, and Grandpa.