Conservation Programs & Community Outreach Lead

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

Job summary

Pima County is seeking a Community Engagement Manager within the Conservation Lands & Resources department to lead outreach, public engagement, and conservation programming. The role focuses on building partnerships with diverse stakeholders and coordinating volunteers, with emphasis on inclusive participation and community stewardship.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and several years of professional experience in program coordination and supervision, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Four years of professional level experience coordinating, monitoring, administering or managing program activities.
• Four years of experience with Pima County in a professional administrative classification including one year in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pima County is seeking a Community Engagement Manager within the Conservation Lands & Resources department to lead outreach, public engagement, and conservation programming. The role focuses on building partnerships with diverse stakeholders and coordinating volunteers, with emphasis on inclusive participation and community stewardship.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and several years of professional experience in program coordination and supervision, plus strong communication and