Employee Engagement Survey

Welcome! We invite you to participate in our annual survey. This is your opportunity to share your honest, confidential feedback on your experiences, our workplace culture, and the overall direction of the organization.

Your participation is crucial. The insights gathered will not be used for individual performance assessment, but rather to drive meaningful improvements across every department.

Purpose of This Survey

This survey is designed to help the organization better understand employee experiences, department vitality, staffing challenges, organizational culture, and how well leadership communicates its vision and priorities. Participants' responses are confidential and will be used to improve the work environment, support employees, and guide future planning for the organization.

Department Vitality & Morale

On a scale of 1–5, please rate the following (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree):

I feel positive about the overall health and direction of my department. *

Morale in my department has improved over the past year. *

My supervisor treats staff with respect and professionalism. *

Communication within my department is timely and effective. *

I feel comfortable voicing concerns or asking questions. *

I feel recognized for the work I do. *

I receive constructive feedback that helps me grow. *

I feel supported by leadership when issues arise. *

What is one thing that has improved in your department recently? *

What is one thing that would most improve morale or teamwork in your department? *

Staffing, Workload & Turnover

On a scale of 1–5, please rate the following (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree):

My workload is reasonable and manageable. *

My team has enough staff to meet service demands. *

Staffing levels have improved or stayed consistent over the past year. *

I understand expectations for my role and responsibilities. *

I rarely feel overwhelmed by staffing shortages. *

New hires are generally well-qualified for their positions. *

I feel confident in the department’s ability to recruit and retain talent. *

I feel the organization handles promotions, hiring, and recognition fairly. *

What factors make you want to stay with this department/organization? *

What factors might make you consider leaving? *

Culture, Fairness & Accountability

On a scale of 1–5, please rate the following (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree):

People treat each other with respect in this organization. *

I feel included and valued as a member of my team. *

Harassment, discrimination, or unprofessional behavior is not tolerated here. *

Policies and rules are applied fairly and consistently. *

Employees are held accountable for their actions regardless of position. *

I trust leadership to act with fairness and transparency. *

I feel safe raising concerns without fear of retaliation. *

What is one thing the organization could do to improve fairness or accountability? *

Vision, Planning & Communication

On a scale of 1–5, please rate the following (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree):

Leadership clearly communicates the department’s goals and priorities. *

I understand how my work contributes to the organization’s mission. *

I believe leadership has a clear long-term plan for the department. *

Leadership regularly and timely updates employees on changes that impact our work. *

I feel informed about decisions being made at the department and organizational levels. *

The department’s vision and direction make me feel optimistic about the future. *

What information or communication would help you better understand the department’s direction? *

What suggestions do you have for improving communication from leadership? *

Overall Employee Experience

On a scale of 1–5, please rate the following (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree):

I am satisfied with my job position. *

I feel proud to work for this department/organization. *

I would recommend this workplace to others. *

I feel comfortable going to HR when I have a workplace issue or concern. *

What is one thing leadership should continue doing? *

What is one thing that leadership should stop or change? *

Demographics (for trend analysis only)

Please select the option that best describes you for each category. Your response will be kept confidential and used only for trend analysis.

Gender *

Woman

Man

Other

Prefer not to answer

Race/Ethnicity *

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latino

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

White

Two or More Races/Ethnicities

Prefer not to answer

Position *

Select your position

Police Officer
Police Chief
Dispatcher
Water Systems Operator I
Recreation Program Coordinator
HR Administrator
HR Analyst
Parks & Recreation Director
Management Analyst
Accounting Specialist
Public Safety Disp Clerk
Streets Maintenance Supervisor
Water Systems Operator II
Accountant
Public Safety Dispatch Clerk
Recreation Super
Maint Wrkr II
Lead Park & Abatement Specialist
Dispatch Spvr
Records Technician
Police Sergeant
PW Director
SR Police Officer
Mechanic II
Fac Maint Wrk I
Fleet Supervisor
Permit Technician
Assistant Finance Director
Sr Administrative Analyst
Water Systems Operator IV
F/T City Clerk
Community Development Specialist
Administrative Analyst
Police Commander
Animal Srvs Coor
Community Development Director
IT Analyst
Customer Svrs Rep
Custodian
Executive Assistant
Water Systems Operator III
Fac Maint Lead
Community Srvs Off
Sr Records Super
Water Operations Superintendent
Finance Director
Community Development Technician
Payroll Specialist
Administrative Analyst II
Chief Bldg Official
City Manager
Planning Manager
Code Enforcement Inspector
Administrative Assistant
Building Inspector I
Parks & Facilities Supervisor
Assistant Planner
Emergency Services Coordinator
Chief Technology Officer
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Employment Status *

Temporary

Non-temporary

Prefer not to answer

Your Department *

Select your department

100-4500 - POLICE
100-4504 - POLICE-DISPATCH
620-5000 - PUBLIC WORKS WATER
P&R ADMIN - P&R ADMIN
100-0500 - ADMINISTRATION
100-5000 - PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
100-2000 - FINANCE
280-5000 - PUBLIC WORKS STREETS
P&R BUILDING/GROUND - P&R BUILDING/GROUND
100-4505 - POLICE RECORDS PROGRAM
702-5000 - PUBLIC WORKS EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
100-3000 - PLANNING
100-1000 - BUILDING & SAFETY
POLICE COMMANDER - POLICE COMMANDER
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Recruitment/Hire Date *

Less than 1 year

1 to 3 years

4 to 7 years

More than 7 years

Prefer not to answer