JUNE 17, 2026
In This Issue Employee Incentive: Get Paid to Refer! New Health Benefit: Free Hearing Test Free for Employees: Meet Recyclops!
Employee Hiring Incentive Do you know someone who would make a great Police Officer or 911 Operator? City of Phoenix employees can earn $2,500 for every referral who is successfully hired. There’s no cap on how many incentives you can earn, so keep them coming. Applicants must identify the referring employee (you) by including your full name and employee ID number when they apply in eCHRIS. Only one referral per applicant will be awarded the bonus. NOTE: If you are not identified on the eCHRIS application, you will not receive the bonus.
Heat Relief Employee Survey The Office of Heat Response and Mitigation wants your input to help improve heat preparedness across the city. Your feedback will guide updates to training, tools, and resources that support safe and effective operations during extreme heat. The survey is anonymous, optional, and takes about 10 minutes. Your responses will help strengthen the city’s overall preparedness for extreme heat. Take the survey today!
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602 Day Swag Pick-up
If you purchased 602 Day swag items during the store’s reopening earlier this month, your items will be ready for pick-up soon. There is just one day to get your items: Thursday, June 25 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the 10 East Conference Room, 10th floor of Phoenix City Hall.
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City of Phoenix Blood Drive Step up and make a powerful impact—join the upcoming City of Phoenix blood drive! Your donation can help save lives and strengthen our community when it needs it most. Plus, all participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win Wellness prizes. Be a hero and sign up today!
June 29 & June 30
8 a.m. to Noon
City Hall Assembly Rooms
Schedule Donation Here
New Film Discussion
DETAILS: Monday, June 18 | noon Join the next Phoenix LGBTQ Employee Alliance film discussion: ARE YOU PROUD?. Participants are encouraged to watch the film ahead of time as it is not shown during the discussion session.
Virtual Meeting Room (link can be found in PHXYou) Register in PHXYou, event code LEA100-VLT-LGBTQ Film, ID# 210219
Watch it now on Kanopy.
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Mark Your Calendar! Join Phoenix Public Transit and Valley Metro as they host an open house meeting to learn more about the West Phoenix light rail extension. Share your feedback and sign up for future project communication.
Wednesday, June 24 | 6-8 p.m. Maryvale High School Cafeteria Details: West Phoenix Extension Open House
Recyclops is here! Keep your plastic bags and plastic films out of the landfill— without ever leaving home! Recyclops now offers free doorstep pickups for City of Phoenix employees. If you live in an area without curbside recycling, this convenient, no‑cost service is the perfect way to recycle responsibly and effortlessly. Sign up here: Recyclops.com/PHXCITY
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Men’s Wellness Webinar Explore the key health topics that matter most to men— including heart health, mental wellness, nutrition, fitness, and preventive care. This webinar will offer practical guidance and easy-to-apply tips to help you strengthen your overall wellbeing and stay at your best. Wednesday, June 24 | noon-1 p.m. Register today
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Free Hearing Screenings The City of Phoenix is offering complimentary hearing screenings for all employees through September. Provided by Vertical Hearing at convenient clinic locations, each screening includes an otoscopic evaluation, full hearing assessment, and audiogram results. Register at verticalhearing.com.
Recharge Your Energy at Work Elevate your well‑being with a six‑week virtual wellness webinar series designed to help you feel your best—at work and beyond. Each session delivers practical, empowering tools to boost your health, resilience, and everyday balance. From beating the 2 p.m. crash to meals that help keep focus, employees can earn cultural competency points while gaining fresh inspiration and actionable strategies for healthier living. Details: Thursdays, June 25 to July 30 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Course code: HRS185-VLT-Recharge Your Energy at Work
Employee Leave Request The following employees are accepting leave donations. If you would like to help, use eCHRIS. Maria Jauregui | Water Services Complete list of eligible employees: Leave Donation website.
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Farewell Rosanne Rosanne Albright has served the City of Phoenix since 1998 and is an Environmental Programs Manager in the Office of Environmental Programs. She helped establish the city’s Brownfields Program, securing significant grant and bond funding that spurred major private investment, job creation, and the restoration of hundreds of acres of land. Rosanne also launched the city’s Food Systems Program and contributed to key sustainability efforts, including the Climate Action Plan and the city’s LEED Platinum certification. She’s grateful for the collaboration that shaped her career and looks forward to rest, fun, and future adventures. Join the celebration of a new adventure for Rosanne as she retires from the City: Tuesday June 23 | 3-5 p.m. 10th floor Calvin Goode Coronado Training Room
Special Event Coming to Downtown Phoenix The City of Phoenix continues to be a premier destination for major events, which would not be possible without the exceptional work of City employees. Phoenix is excited to host the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships August 6 - 9! Hosting this major event is a big win for our City, and shines a national spotlight on Phoenix. The event will bring visitors, boost the local economy and highlight all of the great work that City of Phoenix employees do to support these world-class events. Learn more about event impacts or secure tickets at xfinitychampionships.com!
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Featured Job of the Week Transfer Station Utilities Service Specialist Public Works SALARY DETAILS:
(Close Date June 23, 2026) The Phoenix Public Works Solid Waste Division serves more than 400,000 households, delivering essential trash, recycling, and waste‑diversion services that support a cleaner, more sustainable city. The work culture in Public Works is rooted in providing exceptional customer satisfaction and continually improving operational efficiency. Public Works is seeking dedicated employees for a Transfer Station Utilities Service Specialist opening. These team members are responsible for weighing vehicles entering the City’s transfer stations and landfills, accurately recording commodities, assessing fees, receiving payments, and documenting all associated charges. This role requires a high level of accuracy in cash handling, charge systems, and daily balance reporting, as well as ensuring that all customers comply with City rules and regulations regarding waste disposal.
Pay Range: $21.54 - $30.31/HR. Hiring Range: $21.54 - $27.49/HR. Pay Range Explanation: Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification. Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Learn about role responsibilities and more information at phoenix.gov/jobs or log into eCHRIS
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We Are Family
Dad: John Sandoval, Public Works (5 yrs) Son: Aaron Sandoval, Public Works (1 yr)
Dad: Anthony Chaira Jr., Public Works (1 yr) Son: Mario Chaira, Public Works (1 mo)
Dad: David Penne, Parks & Rec. (20 yrs) Son: Derek Penne, Planning & Development (18 yrs)
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Happy Father’s Day to everyone - we hope you will either be spoiled, or get spoiled. Check out some great father-child connections here at the City along with how long they have all worked here.
Dad: Michael Bauer, Public Transit (24 yrs) Daughter: MJ Porter, Aviation (2 yrs)
Dad: Frank Montano Sr., Water (24 yrs) Daughter: Brianna Quihuis, Planning & Development (10 yrs) Son: Frank Montano Jr., Planning & Development (8 yrs)
Dad: Jeff Guyton, Human Resources (28 yrs) Daughter: Angelica Guyton, Law (6 mos)
Dad: David Combs, Public Works (10 yrs) Son: Colton Combs, Public Works (3 yrs)
Dad: Thomas Leister, Police (33 yrs) Daughter: Kamille Leister, Police (1.5 yrs)
Dad: Keith Lord, Library (14 yrs) Son: Brady Lord, Parks & Rec. (Seasonal)
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Dad: Mike Brannan, Fire (20 yrs) Son: Patrick Brannan, Fire (New Hire)
Dad: Leandro Garcia, Water (26 yrs) Son: Hector Garcia, Water (3 yrs)
Dad: Ruben Somoza Jr, Street & Transportation (22 yrs) Son: Ruben Somoza III, Fire (9 yrs)
Dad: Tommy Chacon Jr., Public Works (24 yrs) Son: Tommy Chacon III, Public Works (4 mos)
Dad: Tony Locatelli, Fire (2 yrs) Son: Adam Locatelli, Fire (6 mos)
Dad: Late Charles Enriquez, Water (7.5 yrs) Son: Dennis Enriquez, Aviation (7 yrs) Grandson: Matthew Winkler, Parks & Rec. (2.5 yrs)
Dad: Eric Symons, Planning & Development (23 yrs) Son: Jeremy Symons, Public Works (7 yrs)
Dad: Sergio Gutierrez, Public Works (19 yrs) Son: Zackary Gutierrez, Public Works (3 yrs)
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Dad: Paul Diaz, Public Works (20 yrs) Daughter: Andrea Diaz, Street & Transportation (8 yrs) Daughter: Alexandria Diaz, Police (12 yrs)
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Recap: Bring Your Child to Work Day It was great to see all the kiddos last week. Thank you to all those who helped put on events to entertain the children. Here are just a few photos to recap the day!
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Join the Conversation Cover Photo: Bring Your Child to Work Day Date taken: 6/13/826