Have you noticed you can’t click on email attachments

immediately? That’s because the Information Technology

Services (ITS) team recently activated a new security feature for

email to protect you from malicious attachments contained in

email messages.

Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) for Safe Attachments is the

security feature that scans attached files. When you receive an

email message with an attachment, the body of the email will

be delivered immediately, but the attachment will not be

delivered right away. ATP will scan the attachment first, which

usually takes 1-2 minutes, or longer for larger files.

While you wait for the scanning process to complete, we highly

suggest grabbing yourself a Kit-Kat bar. You deserve it!

As always, please remember that no security feature is fool-

proof. If an email attachment seems suspicious to you, DO NOT

open it. Instead, forward suspicious emails to SpamBusters.

The Weekly Connection Newsletter for City of Phoenix Employees • September 12, 2018

EMAIL ATTACHMENTS BE A HERO ...

Did you know: in the time it takes to read this PHXConnect newsletter, 25+ people will require lifesaving blood transfusions. You can make a difference:

Thursday & Friday, Sept. 20 & 21

8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Make an appointment online with code: PHXGOV

Questions? 602-534-3943

If you need a little motivation, check out Nathan’s story … and how blood donations saved his life.

Last week’s launch of the city’s PHXRespect campaign has captured the attention of many employees. Take a moment to watch city employees show you what the program is all about. If you missed the message last week from City Manager Ed Zuercher, you can read that here.

Expect more to come, but for now — we hope everyone keeps the conversation going!

NEW SECURITY FEATURE

STILL BUZZING ...

On Tuesday, city leaders joined city and national first responders to honor those who died in the attacks on 9/11, including those who chose to run towards the danger on that day 17 years ago. Here are some pictures from this year’s event. To watch the entire ceremony, check out this video produced by PHXTV.

A special moment happened at the end of the event when the young men and women from the Arizona School for the Arts Chamber Singers performed “America the Beautiful” A big thank you to the following performers: Eva Gallander, Emilee Goetzenberger, Gracie Potter, Naomi Dubovis, Paige Goetzenberger, Claire Wiener, Thomas Garcia, JP Rabusa, Derek Rinsema, Leon Kobayashi, Brian Terasaki, Sam Yuh and choir director Dana Bender.

9/11 MEMORIAL CEREMONY

JOB OF THE WEEK

Featured Listing: Solid Waste Equipment Operator, Public Works Department ($17.34/hour)

“Operates solid waste collection trucks and other heavy equipment used for collecting refuse, recycling, and other waste material, the majority which are right side driven. Also performs daily Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Requires experience operating a CDL vehicle and the appropriate level commercial license or instructional permit. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the demonstration exam. Apply by Sept. 24 to be included in the first review of applications.”

Here’s the link to the most recent job postings.

NETWORKING EVENT

NetworkPHX makes it easy to build a community of professionals to help you create a mentoring relationship and sharpen your leadership skills. Come mingle with other city professionals, as well as hear dialogue on the impact of mentoring. This event is sponsored by the city’s Women in Leadership MentorPHX group. Details:

Tuesday, Sept. 25

7 - 8 a.m.

145 West Adams Avenue (Wells Fargo Connections Center)

Space is limited to the first 25 employees, so reserve your spot now.

Refreshments will be provided.

MEET THE TEDX SPEAKERS

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed every year from Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. It celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Join the Phoenix Hispanic Network (PHN) in welcoming award-winning author Stella Pope Duarte to speak on her works about Hispanic culture and to hear her amazing story. Details:

Wednesday, Sept. 19

Noon - 1 p.m.

City Hall Assembly Rooms

Employees are encouraged to enroll through eCHRIS under course number PHNBB

Light refreshments will be served

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

The National Forum for Black Public Administrator’s Phoenix group is inviting everyone to their monthly luncheon to hear from their special guest, Gerry Watkins. Topics will include:

Working on yourself first, then your career

Growing to the next level

Helping others win before you try to score for yourself

Gerry’s background includes being a business coach and leadership speaker. He’s recognized for his 20+ years as a TONI&GUY franchise owner. Details:

Friday, Sept. 21

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

City Hall Assembly Room C

RSVP for the event

Light snacks will be provided

LUNCHEON SPEAKER

The Phoenix LGBTQ Employee Alliance will be holding a membership meeting to unveil their new logo and vote on the group’s bylaws. All current members and those interested in joining are welcome to attend. For those interested, a review of the bylaws will start 30 minutes prior to the meeting. Details:

Tuesday, Sept. 18

Noon - 1 p.m.

Calvin C. Goode Building, 10E

SAVE THE DATE

Registration opens this Saturday for the TEDxSouthMountainCommunityLibrary event on Saturday, Oct. 13 at South Mountain Community Library. Space is limited, so sign up as soon as possible.

Get to know the speakers.

The following employee is accepting leave donations. If you’d like to help, use eChris to make your donation:

Valerie Smith, secretary II*U8, City Manager’s Office

Kathleen Hernandez, caseworker I, Human Services

LEAVE DONATIONS