Connection & Impact Manager

City of Chandler, Arizona; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer time off

City retirement system with 100% city‑

Tuition reimbursement

Free recreation center membership

Flexible schedule/remote work options

Professional development opportunities

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

The City of Chandler’s Cultural Development Department seeks an experienced, community‑minded leader to guide programs and initiatives that strengthen connection across Chandler’s diverse residents and organizations.

The ideal candidate will have a public-sector background with a track record in program planning and facilitation, and the ability to build strong relationships with community leaders while steering sensitive initiatives. Regular full-time position with probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 6 years of progressively responsible public-sector experience in human relations or diversity.
• 2 years of lead or supervisory experience.
• Valid Driver's License or equivalent combination of experience and training.

Skills

Leadership

Facilitation

Mediation

Public policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration or related field

Job description

Job Announcement

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 City of Chandler Cultural Development Department showcases destination drivers in Chandler through the Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler Museum, Downtown, Public Art, Special Events, Connection & Impact, and Vision Gallery. Connection & Impact builds bridges across the community by fostering belonging, understanding, and collaboration among Chandler's diverse residents and organizations.

Who We Are Looking For

Our new team member will bring a passion for public service and a deep commitment to fostering belonging and connection within diverse communities. We are looking for an experienced, collaborative leader who can build strong relationships, guide meaningful programs and initiatives, and develop strategies that strengthen connection and impact across the organization and community. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful problem-solver and effective communicator who can navigate complex and sensitive issues while bringing people together around shared goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources, Sociology or a related field; and
• 6 years of progressively responsible public sector experience working in the area of human relations or diversity, with experience in program planning, facilitation and mediation, working with community leaders and local government; and
• 2 years of recent lead or supervisory experience; and
• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

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.

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. For more detailed information on the benefits offered.

01

Do you have 6 years of progressively responsible public sector experience working in the area of human relations or diversity, with experience in program planning, facilitation and mediation, working with community leaders and local government?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered ‘yes’ to the previous question please explain that experience. If you answered ‘no’ please write ‘n/a’.

03

Do you have 2 years of recent lead or supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question