Organizational Alignment and Workforce Excellence Initiative

Confidential Employee Survey

City of Artesia Climate Survey

The City of Artesia is conducting this Climate Survey as part of the Organizational Alignment and Workforce Excellence Initiative. This survey is administered by Grayson Mathews, an independent third-party consulting partner.

The purpose of this survey is to gather employee feedback about workplace experience, communication, leadership, supervision, collaboration, resources, processes, culture, and opportunities for improvement.

Your feedback is confidential.

There are no right or wrong answers. Please respond honestly based on your experience. Responses will be reviewed in summary form. Individual responses will not be reported in a way that identifies employees.

* Required rating questions

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Employee Experience and Engagement

I understand what is expected of me in my role. *
I feel valued for the work I perform. *
I am motivated to do quality work. *
My workload is manageable. *
I have opportunities to contribute ideas or suggestions related to my work. *
What, if anything, would most improve your day-to-day work experience?

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Communication and Information Flow

Important information is communicated in a timely manner. *
My supervisor communicates expectations clearly. *
Communication within my department is effective. *
Changes that affect my work are explained in a way I can understand. *
I know where to go when I need information or support. *
Where do communication breakdowns occur most often, if at all?

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Supervision and Leadership

My supervisor provides support when needed. *
My supervisor communicates priorities clearly. *
My supervisor provides feedback in a constructive way. *
Leadership demonstrates accountability. *
Leadership listens to employee concerns. *
How would you rate your level of trust in organizational leadership? *

1 = Very low trust   |   10 = Very high trust

What could supervisors or leadership do differently to better support employees?

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Team Function and Collaboration

Employees in my work area collaborate effectively. *
Conflict is handled appropriately in my work area. *
I feel comfortable asking coworkers for help when needed. *
People in my work area treat one another respectfully. *
Where do you see barriers to teamwork or collaboration?

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Resources, Processes, and Work Support

I have the tools and equipment needed to perform my work effectively. *
Staffing levels generally support operational needs. *
Unnecessary delays or unclear processes make work harder than it needs to be. *
Training opportunities support my job responsibilities. *
I have access to the information needed to do my job well. *
Which operational barriers most affect your work? Please select up to three. *

Select up to three options.

What processes, procedures, or practices make it harder than necessary to do your work effectively?

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Workplace Culture and Professional Environment

Employees are held accountable in a fair and consistent way. *
Morale in my department is positive. *
Different perspectives are respected. *
The workplace culture supports professionalism. *
Employees can share ideas without fear of negative consequences. *
How would you rate morale in your department? *

1 = Very low morale   |   10 = Very high morale

In one word, how would you describe the current workplace culture?
What aspects of the workplace culture should be preserved?

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Change Readiness and Future Opportunity

I am open to changes that improve effectiveness. *
I would participate in future opportunities to provide input. *
My department adapts well to change. *
How confident are you in the organization's ability to make meaningful improvements? *

1 = Not confident   |   10 = Very confident

What opportunities do you see for positive change?

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Final Reflection Questions

Are there concerns, perspectives, or ideas you have not had an opportunity to share elsewhere in this survey?
If you could improve one thing immediately, what would it be?
Is there anything else you would like City leadership to know?

Optional Demographics

Optional Demographic Questions

These questions are optional and are included for trend analysis only. Responses will be reviewed in summary form and will not be used to identify individual employees.