Community Engagement Manager - Conservation Lands & Resources

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County is seeking a Community Engagement Manager within Conservation Lands & Resources to lead outreach, coordinate volunteers, and build partnerships that support conservation and public stewardship. The role focuses on inclusive engagement and developing programs that advance ecological and cultural resource protection.

The ideal candidate brings conservation or education program experience, strong stakeholder communication skills, and a commitment to community involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a program-related field and four years of professional-level experience coordinating, monitoring, administering, or managing program activities.
• Relevant professional level experience and/or education may be substituted.
• Four years of experience with Pima County in a supervisory capacity is acceptable in lieu of the degree.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and manages community engagement programs aligned with department goals.
• Manages operations and assesses program effectiveness and success.
• Builds relationships with other departments, agencies, and community groups to achieve program goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a program-related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Department - Conservation Lands & Resources

Job Description

OPEN TO CURRENT PIMA COUNTY EMPLOYEES ONLY

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5316 - Community Engagement Manager

Salary Grade: 14

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $65,457 - $78,540 Annually

Pay Range: $65,457 - $91,644 Annually

Range Explanation

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

Conservation Lands & Resources is seeking a Community Engagement Manager specializing in conservation to develop meaningful partnerships that support the protection and responsible use of Pima County’s ecological and cultural resources. This position leads outreach and public engagement efforts, coordinates volunteers and conservation programming, and builds collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings experience in conservation science, education programming, stakeholder communication, and community engagement, along with a commitment to fostering inclusive participation and strengthening community stewardship.

Essential Functions

• Develops, implements, and manages community engagement programs and initiatives in alignment with department goals and priorities;
• Manages and administers operational and program activities supporting community engagement and evaluates program effectiveness and success;
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other county departments, public and private agencies, organizations and groups to achieve program goals and objectives;
• Oversees communication efforts with community members, working collaboratively with marketing and support teams and serving as a program contact person associated with community awareness activities;
• Reviews and analyzes routine and special reports detailing the status and/or success of the program, prepares recommendations and/or initiates corrective action;
• Develops, writes and administers the program's annual budget, prepares program-related financial forecasts and identifies funding sources to support program activities;
• Develops, negotiates, monitors, and administers contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and/or financial and service agreements for the program managed;
• Analyzes federal, state and local legislation and ensures program compliance with applicable regulations and policies;
• Directs organizational and management studies for the purpose of identifying problems and alternative solutions to the problems;
• Supervises and mentors program staff and volunteers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a program-related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of professional level experience in coordinating, monitoring, administering or managing program or specialized work unit activities.

(Relevant professional level experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Or

Four years of experience with Pima County in a professional administrative classification including one year in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Qualifications

(Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum one (1) year experience providing community engagement activities.
• Minimum one (1) year experience organizing and facilitating engagement activities to promote conservation programs or natural resources.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with other Pima County departments and the public to increase community engagement though Conservation Science programs, outreach events or educational activities.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience supporting volunteer programs related to conservation, natural resources, public lands or environmental education.

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.