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PHXConnect Newsletter May 27, 2026

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Employee Celebrations

City employees are invited, with supervisor approval, to attend one of the following 602 Day employee events:

Friday, May 29

Washington Activity Center

10:30a – 12:30p

Monday, June 1

Encanto Club House

10:30a – 12:30p

Tuesday, June 2

Phoenix City Hall

11:30a – 1:30p

Games & Activities

Dunk Tank with City Leadership (5/29 only)

Food Trucks

Red Velvet Bakery Pizza Arno

Mama Olga’s Tamales Hotpot Caribbean Grill King BBQ

*Subject to change, not all trucks will be at all locations.

Swag Store is Open Again

If you missed the chance to order 602 Day Swag, great news! The store is again open for you to find and purchase shirts, hats, water bottles, and more The store link will stay open through Sunday, June 7

Important to note: All orders must be picked up on Thursday, June 25, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Phoenix City Hall in the 10 Floor Conference Room. th

Special State 48 Shirts

The special State 48 shirts with a 602-day inspiration are coming back for ordering If you would like to order this specific t-shirt, which will be delivered to your home, use the link anytime from Thursday, May 28 - Friday, June 19.

Just Days Left for Kudos Cards

If you have not yet filled out your digital 602 Day Kudos Cards - you have until Friday, May 29 to ensure digital delivery by June 2.

This is a wonderful chance to share your appreciation and gratitude to a fellow coworker for something they did that went above and beyond their normal job duties You will also have the opportunity to fill out the cards from your phone at our Employee events.

DUE: Annual Policy Acknowledgment

In our ongoing effort to keep our workforce well-informed, please complete the Annual Review of Administrative Regulations, Policies, and Procedures Acknowledgement in PHXYou

City policies establish standards and guidelines that help ensure consistency and compliance across all departments This acknowledgment is assigned to all City employees inPHXYouand must be completed by this Friday,May 29. Access the acknowledgment here: HRS154-ONL-Annual AR Review | Human Resources Department | 2026

Employee Discount Marketplaces

School is out, summer is more or less already here, and many families are gearing up for vacations and fun seasonal activities This is the perfect time to take advantage of two valuable employee perks:

The Employee Network ; company code: CityofPhx! Working Advantage

Both platforms offer access to exclusive savings on travel, entertainment, shopping, family activities, and more. Whether you’re planning your next vacation, looking for event tickets, or simply shopping for everyday essentials, these resources provide convenient, trusted ways to make your money go further.

NEW: Retirement Course Catalog

The Retirement Office (COPERS) is excited to introduce a new lineup of financial wellness classes to help you feel confident about your money and your future Whether you’re early in your career or preparing to retire, these sessions are designed to support your success

Classes run June through August 2026, with more coming in the fall This series offers practical guidance to help you build financial confidence and prepare for retirement

There are in-person and virtual options. All the classes are in PHXYou: RET110 through RET130.

IT’S BACK: Virtual Cooking Class

Grab your measuring cups, set up the kitchen, and pull up a seat to our next virtual cooking class! In this session, by AZ Dietitians, participants will create High Protein Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta a flavorful, balanced dish perfect for you and your family

Events like this help promote healthier habits both at work and at home Cooking nutritious meals can boost energy, support overall wellness, and contribute to a happier, more productive workday.

Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up and reserve your place! Register today!

Calling All City of Phoenix Dads

Father’s Day is right around the corner (June 21), and we want to celebrate the amazing dads who make our organization stronger every day. If you're a father and have a child who also works for the City, please email us at PHXConnect@Phoenix.gov by Friday, June 5!

INCLUDE IN EMAIL:

A photo of you and your child(ren) who work for the City

Your names

We’ll showcase as many entries as we can— thank you for helping us highlight the families who serve Phoenix together!

Your departments

How long each of you has worked here

Get Ready!

Bring Your Child to Work Day is just around the corner (Thursday, June 11), and we’re excited to welcome our youngest visitors for a day of exploration and fun. Outside of Phoenix City Hall, kids can enjoy a hands-on Touch A Truck experience, getting up close to the vehicles that help keep our community running

Departments will host interactive tables where children can learn what we do and pick up some swag. It’s a great opportunity for kids to see how their parents help make a difference every day. We encourage you to check in with your supervisor to find out what is happening in your department

LAST CHANCE: Request

You still have time to request a special ID badge for your kids for Bring Your Child to Work Day!

Fill out the kids badge request form (one per child) no later than June 4 Remember to include a photo of your child Ask your child what City of Phoenix job they hope to have in the future -- Lifeguard? Police Officer? Engineer? Mayor? They can pick anything! Their future job title will get printed right on the badge

a Kid Badge!

Kids' badges will be ready for pickup at the Public Works table on the 1st floor of City Hall on June 11

Featured Job of the Week

Sales Manager

Phoenix Convention Center

(Close Date June 2, 2026)

The Phoenix Convention Center and Venues is one of the premier convention facilities in the United States. It hosts a diverse range of conventions, trade shows, meetings, and entertainment events We are committed to delivering the highest levels of customer service and guest experience in the industry

The Phoenix Convention Center is seeking a high motivated candidate to join their team as a Sales Manager

This position is responsible for developing new business and maintaining relationships with current clients within an assigned sales region. The Sales Manager works closely with Visit Phoenix (the Greater Phoenix Convention and Visitors Bureau) and downtown hotels. Duties include negotiating deal points, developing proposals, coordinating and conducting site inspections with prospective clients, and managing the contracting process for assigned sales accounts The position is also responsible for representing the Phoenix Convention Center on sales missions and at industry tradeshows, as assigned

$69,492.80 - $93,121.60 annually

Hiring Range:

$69,492.80 - $88,691.20 annually

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

The City of Phoenix Public Library has a Bookmobile! The mission of Phoenix Public Library's Bookmobile is to deliver library services to the West Phoenix area, underserved communities and to promote Phoenix Public Library. Bookmobile visitsgive the community access to library programs such as story times, Tools for School, workforce literacy, library S.T.E.A.M. activities, and it provides the opportunity for visitors to sign up for a Phoenix Public Library card.

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