Selection of the Olivo Award recipient is based on the following criteria:

Credibility: Recognition by peers as a sound leader with visibility on state, regional, or national level

Expertise: Demonstrated performance; active successful participation in occupational competency assessment with NOCTI materials

Dedication to CTE: Commitment to processes, products, and applications of occupational competency assessment programs and services

Leadership: Personal qualities (vision, effective communication, dynamic interpersonal skills, positive attitude, high ethics) which promote good interpersonal relationships in advancing NOCTI

NOCTI Awareness: Knowledgeable about and a contributor to NOCTI programs and/or services

Professional Affiliations: Active participation in and contributions to relevant professional organizations