Vision and Values

Public vs. Private  What is the difference between working in the PUBLIC vs. the PRIVATE sector?  Why is the public so concerned about the integrity of government employees? Private PublicPublic

Ethics is Ethics is more than doing what is legal, it’s also doing what is right. Perception

SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF “Integrity may be about little things as much or more than big ones” - Tom Peters Thriving on Chaos

Trust How long does it take to build trust? How long does it take to lose that trust?

If in DOUBT? DON’T do it!!!

Do the right thing when there is such a thing Expect the “gray areas” Talk it out with others… But choose your others carefully

The City expects: Loyalty: not engage in activities that compete or conflict with responsibilities of a board/commission member. Integrity: not use influence of your position for personal gain Discretion: protect and refrain from acting on privileged information

Other Ethical Issues   Attendance   Discrimination   Employment of Relatives   Software Management   Electronic Mail   Safeguarding Public Assets

 Is it legal?  Is there a consensus?  Would you do the same thing if a loved one, boss, or friend were watching?  Does it pass the headline test? IF IN DOUBT, DON’T DO IT IF IN DOUBT, DON’T DO IT Ethics 4-Step Checklist

Personal Commitment I, PRINT YOUR NAME, hereby certify that I have read the foregoing City of Phoenix Ethics Handbook (dated INSERT DATE FROM BACK OF HANDBOOK) and I agree to be bound by the applicable laws and policies – including specifically the City of Phoenix Ethics Policy – to the best of my abilities. Signature Date: INSERT TODAY’S DATE Write the name of your department

Important Numbers  Integrity Line  Personnel Department  EOD – Compliance and Enforcement Division