City of Chandler, Arizona

Applications are open for the Dr. MLK Jr. Awards program! The awards program honors the accomplishments of Chandler area residents, including youth who contribute significantly to creating a compassionate and socially just community through their dedication to human and civil rights. There are three awards categories: ??Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Achievement Award ??Emma Arbuckle Empowerment Award ??Youth Action Award (includes a $500 cash award) To be considered, all nominations must be received by noon Monday, Dec. 9. Learn about the criteria for each award and apply online: chandleraz.gov/MLKJrAward #ChandlerAZ #CityOfChandlerDiversity #Community

Yesterday we celebrated GIS Day in Chandler! Multiple city departments and divisions came together to showcase the innovative ways they use GIS to better serve our residents. The event also provides a learning opportunity for rest of #TeamChandler to see the impact and how other areas of the city utilize this technology. Congratulations to our map contest winners — Blake Terhune and Brian McCurdy Jr. — for their creative static and interactive maps. Special thanks to Mayor Kevin Hartke for joining us to issue a GIS Day proclamation and Esri for their presentation on AI in GIS. #ChandlerAZ #GISDay #GIS

If you weren’t able to make it to our Immersive Experience Lab to give input on the Downtown Region Area Update, there’s still an opportunity for feedback! Instead of a questionnaire, this virtual workshop allows you to drop comments anywhere on the workshop boards used in the actual open house. Visit https://lnkd.in/gM3npCCp to share your final thoughts. Thanks in advance for your participation on the future of our Downtown Region! #ChandlerAZ #DowntownRegionUpdate

The city is now accepting applicants for our Performing Arts Program Manager position! This new hire will coordinate and oversee programming, contracting and coordination of the performing arts for the Chandler Center for the Arts. We are looking for someone with a bachelor's degree in art administration, theater or a related field. Candidates with four years of experience in programming, booking or community engagement are also preferred. Are you ready to join Team Chandler? Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gqYnzAGE #ChandlerAZ #ArtsProgramManager #Hiring

Hey there, Chandler! It's Wednesday, which means it's time to meet your spotlight of the week: Joy! Joy has served as a Construction Permit Senior Representative for nearly two years. On a typical day, you can find her assisting customers online or in person with the permit application process. As a senior representative, Joy's favorite part of her role is getting to work hands-on with customers and their projects. Thank you for your service to Team Chandler! #ChandlerAZ #TeamChandler #DevelopmentServices

Meet Misty Gustafson, a vital part of Chandler’s Neighborhood Resources Department. She oversees our team of Community Navigators, liaisons who help people experiencing homelessness with the resources they need to get them sheltered and off the streets. We’re proud of how far Misty has come on her journey — sky’s the limit! Thank you to Trisha Hendricks with 12 News for sharing Misty’s story. #ChandlerAZ #TeamChandler #CommunityNavigator

Reminder! The City of Chandler Planning Division invites you to attend our final workshop event for the Downtown Region Area Plan. This is your last opportunity to step into our future downtown to provide input on the feedback we’ve received so far. Attendees will engage with an augmented reality immersive experience to get a feel for what our future downtown area might look like, based in input received so far. And you’ll be able to weigh in on whether you like what you see! There will be two events: ??Friday, Nov. 15 | 4-7 p.m. ??Saturday, Nov. 16 | 9 a.m. to noon This will be held in Downtown Chandler, but at a different venue from our past events — it will be at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center, 249 E. Chicago St. Refreshments will be served! This will feature some seriously cool, award winning technology in a way you don’t want to miss. See you there!

We are currently seeking applicants for our Marketing & Communications Analyst role at the Chandler Center for the Arts! The new analyst will focus on development and execution of marketing plans to promote programs, resources and major initiatives of the CCA. They will also get to create content for print and digital communications, maintain media relations, and coordinate promotional budgets. Candidates with a bachelor's degree in marketing, communication or a related field, alongside two years of experience in marketing or fund development are preferred. To view the full job description and apply today visit: https://lnkd.in/gm-MJ5FW #ChandlerAZ #MarketingJobs #Hiring

Meet Julian! A Senior Programmer and Analyst who's this week's Team Chandler Spotlight! Julian specializes in the Chandler Criminal Justice System application and helps with fixing any issues that arise. He also implements recommended features from court personnel. The most enjoyable part of being an analyst for Julian is getting to positively impact those that work in the Chandler justice system by helping their jobs run smoother. Thank you for your service to Team Chandler! #ChandlerAZ #TeamChandler #InformationTechnology

Congratulations to Jason Crampton, AICP, the city's transportation planning manager, who was awarded the Commuter Icon — Pedal Power Pioneer for 2024 at the annual Clean Air Campaign Awards! Jason's round-trip commute spans 7.4 miles, and he cycles to work an average of three days a week. His commitment to biking may vary with the seasons and his children's activities, but he consistently prioritizes this eco-friendly and efficient mode of transportation. Through his cycling this past year, Jason has helped save a quarter ton of CO2 emissions, contributed to the preservation of 10 trees and saved $375 in gas and vehicle maintenance costs. Ride on, Jason! #ChandlerAZ #TeamChandler #BikeChandler