AUGUST 19, 2026
In This Issue Wellness Events: So Many Choices Fill Your Calendar: Volunteer Opportunity Short Videos: Employee Profiles
City of Phoenix Flu Shot Clinics As flu season approaches, getting your flu vaccine is more important than ever. It helps prevent serious illness, protects vulnerable individuals, and reduces strain on the health care system. Flu vaccines are free for all City employees and available at City‑sponsored events, the Employee Health Care Clinic, or through your health care provider. Visit one of the scheduled Flu Clinics between Sept. 2 - Oct. 2 and you will be entered for a chance to win gift card. Click on the schedule for Flu Clinics.
Are You Interested in Becoming a COPERS Board Member? COPERS is seeking active members to fill three vacant employee board seats, each serving a three‑year term from Jan. 1, 2027 to Dec. 31, 2029. Candidates must have worked for the City of Phoenix for at least 10 years as of Dec. 31, 2026, including eligible purchased service credit. Interested members must request and complete an application from the Retirement Office by contacting Rita Azcona at rita.azcona@phoenix.gov. Applications are due to the Retirement Office by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026.
ATTENTION ACTIVE COPERS MEMBERS To vote in the upcoming COPERS Board election you must have a MemberDirect account established through the Retirement Office. Please contact us at 602-534-4400 to request your Personal Identification Number (PIN) letter and get registered for MemberDirect.
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Special Women in Leadership Roundtable Join Women in Leadership in the Phoenix City Hall Assembly Rooms for a dynamic Professional Development Leadership Roundtable featuring members of the City Council.
DETAILS: Tuesday, Aug. 25 | noon-1 p.m. This engaging session offers employees a chance to gain valuable leadership insights and connect directly with City leaders. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot! Watch virtually on WebEx (no need to sign up to watch virtually).
Phoenix City Hall Assembly Rooms PHXYou Course Code: WIL105
Become a S’edav Va’aki Museum Volunteer! The S’edav Va’aki Museum (SVM) is accepting applications for new volunteers. Those interested will gain hands-on experience and knowledge concerning topics of the Ancestral Sonoran Desert People.
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS Engagement Guide Museum Store Attendant Front Desk Ambassador Mudslingers Teen Volunteer
Their responsibilities include engaging visitors with artifacts, supporting museum special events, assisting in outdoor educational programs, helping in the Museum Store, and leading activities based on indoor exhibits. Volunteers will meet visitors from all over the globe and help make SVM a wonderful place to visit. If any of these positions sound interesting, click on the links to the left and then contact a Volunteer Program Specialist: svmvolunteers@phoenix.gov to ask questions and apply.
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Light Rail is Coming to West Phoenix! Join Valley Metro and the City of Phoenix at one of three upcoming open houses to learn more about the proposed West Phoenix Light Rail Extension project, ask questions and share your feedback.
Wednesday, Aug. 19 | 6 - 8 p.m. Desert West Community Center
Saturday, Sept. 19 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Maryvale Community Center
Wednesday, Oct. 14 | 6–8 p.m. Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall
Can't attend in person? Learn more about the proposed project, provide feedback online and sign up for project updates by visiting valleymetro.org/westphoenix.
Join Us for Another “A Very Laufey Day” Phoenix Public Library is partnering with GRAMMY® Awardwinning artist Laufey and her global Laufey Book Club to release another round of special edition Laufey library cards in celebration of A Very Laufey Day — a worldwide fan event designed to inspire community, creativity, and connection. Celebrate A Very Laufey Day with Phoenix Public Library on Sunday, Aug. 23 at Burton Barr Central Library from 1-5 p.m. or Cholla Library from noon-9 p.m. and sign up for your special edition Laufey library card. Learn more at PhoenixPublicLibrary.org.
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Wellness Opportunites Sight on Site Vision Exams Join us for our upcoming onsite vision exam event, designed to make it easy and convenient to stay on top of routine care. Regular screenings can help identify potential issues early, supporting overall wellbeing and productivity. Wednesday, Sept. 2 | 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. OR Thursday, Sept. 3 | 8:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. City Hall, 1st floor, Assembly Rooms Register required
Women's Health Webinar
Free Hearing Screenings Time is running out to get your free hearing screening. Through September, all employees, including FT, PT, seasonal, contracted, retired, volunteers, and their loved ones (18 and older) can get a complimentary hearing screening performed by Vertical Hearing. he screenings will be available to you at no cost. Choose your location and schedule your 15-minute hearing screening.
Fitness Friday
Join us for a presentation focused on key women’s health topics.
Learn practical ways to prevent issues, recognize important warning signs, and support your overall wellbeing. We’ll share useful tips to help you maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Sept. 9 | noon - 1 p.m. Register here
Energize your day with a refreshing Seated Yoga & Stretch session led by instructor Rebecca during our live Fitness Friday class. This engaging 30‑minute Zoom experience is designed to help you relax, reset, and boost your wellbeing—no equipment needed. Sept. 11 | 10-10:30 a.m.
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Now Open: Strategic Initiatives Store Each year, the Strategic Initiatives group opens up an online store to purchase shirts, polos, and other items to show your support for their five major efforts: The Compass Plan Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Let’s Talk Teal Paint Phoenix Purple Phoenix Fast Track Cities Each purchase supports outreach and education efforts. The store is open for ordering through Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 11 p.m. Orders will be available for pickup at Phoenix City Hall, 18th Floor, between Sept. 28-30.
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Tickets The City of Phoenix has teamed up with the Fiesta Sports Foundation to give city employees a special benefit - early access to 2026 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Tickets. The special access is open through Sunday, Aug. 23 at 5 p.m. and will give you reduced fees and priority for future years. Click on the football to access the special link for tickets. Enjoy!
Employee Leave Request The following employees are accepting leave donations: Sonia Andrade | Library (use eCHRIS) Madison Geer | Fire (Email jessica.ehnbom@phoenix.gov) Complete list of eligible employees: Leave Donation website.
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Featured Job of the Week Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Water Services Department Close Date: Aug. 25, 2026 The City of Phoenix Water Services Department provides safe, reliable drinking water to 1.5 million customers and manages wastewater services for 2.5 million residents. The Water Production Division is hiring Industrial Maintenance Mechanics (IMMs) to install, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, valves, and gearboxes used across treatment plants, wells, pumping stations, and reservoirs. IMMs handle diverse mechanical work, including fabrication and millwright tasks, and may lead assigned projects. Current openings are at the Lake Pleasant and 24th Street Water Treatment Plants. Ideal candidates are dependable team players who can work outdoors in various conditions, operate in confined spaces or at heights over 10 feet, and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
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SALARY DETAILS: Pay Range: $33.27 - $49.15/HR. Hiring Range: $33.27 - $40.43/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
Did you know the City of Phoenix’s Careers Site features a “Meet Some of Our Employees” section? You can explore a day in the life of five City of Phoenix team members working as a Project Management Assistant, Public Library Manager, Adaptive Recreation Coordinator II, Aviation 911 Operator, and Caseworker II. Watch their stories and learn more by clicking on the graphic.
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Join the Conversation Cover Photo: Inside Yucca Library Photo taken: Summer 2025