AI Officer

City of Chandler, Arizona; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Vacation accrual

Arizona State Retirement System

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

City of Chandler is seeking an AI Officer to lead the city’s artificial intelligence initiatives, overseeing strategy, governance, and implementation. The role emphasizes promoting responsible AI and improving service delivery through collaboration with departments and external partners.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and substantial experience in technology, data, analytics, and leadership. This is a full-time role with benefits and a potential for growth within the city’s Strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years in technology, data, analytics, or digital transformation; 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Master’s degree in data science, computer science, public administration, or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications related to AI, data management, cybersecurity, or project management are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the City’s AI initiatives, including strategy development, governance, and implementation.
• Promote responsible and effective use of AI to improve organizational performance and service delivery.
• Coordinate cross-department collaboration and engage stakeholders across municipal operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategy development

Governance

Cross-department collaboration

Presentations / communication

AI governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Announcement

The City of Chandler City Manager's Office is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as an AI Officer. The position is scheduled to work Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays annually, plus Winter Break leave the end of 2026
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who We Are

The Strategic Initiatives Department operates within the Office of the City Manager and is responsible for deploying, conveying, and implementing certain projects, policies and programs that span the city departments and incorporate external partners. The department executes the federal and state policy agenda of the City of Chandler to serve the interests of the Chandler community, includes the city's artificial intelligence governance initiatives, manages the city’s grant efforts, houses the city’s transportation policy and transit strategies including city-wide ADA coordination.

Who We Are Looking For

Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, process development, and collaboration. We are seeking someone to provide leadership and oversight for the City’s artificial intelligence initiatives, including strategy development, governance, and implementation. Promotes the responsible and effective use of AI technologies to improve organizational performance and service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field; and
• 8 years of progressively responsible experience in technology, data, analytics, digital transformation, or a related field, including 3 years of management or leadership experience involving strategic planning, program development, organizational change, or technology governance; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data science, computer science, public administration, technology policy or related field.
• Professional certifications relevant to AI, data management, cybersecurity, or project management
• Experience with public procurement, vendor management, and evaluating emerging technology solutions.
• Extensive knowledge leading technology deployment efforts, staff training, and stakeholder engagement related to technology adoption.
• Knowledge of municipal operations and experience developing or implementing organizational AI strategies, responsible AI frameworks, or governance policies.
• Extensive experience managing or coordinating technical projects involving cross-department collaboration.
• Proven ability to translate technical concepts into clear recommendations for nontechnical staff and leadership, including through presentations.
• Experience with privacy, security, and compliance considerations for municipal or public-sector data.

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.

An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions.