Substance Recovery Program Manager

City of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 92,123,000 - 139,138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

City of Tucson is seeking a Substance Recovery Program Manager for the Police Department to oversee non-enforcement outreach tied to the COSSUP grant. You will supervise Community Safety Navigators and coordinate field-based outreach with partner agencies.

You will work with public safety, health, and community partners to improve referrals, track data, and support access to housing, treatment, and recovery services. This exempt, full-time role requires flexible hours and background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Equivalency: any combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversees overdose prevention and substance use response activities funded by the COSSUP grant.
• Provides leadership to Community Safety Navigators in outreach and service connection for at-risk individuals.
• Collaborates with public safety, public health, and behavioral health entities to improve referrals and access to care.
• Manages data tracking and reporting aligning with program goals and documented activities.
• Supports distribution of overdose prevention supplies and connects individuals to housing, treatment, and recovery resources.

Skills

Program leadership

Grant-funded operations

Community partner coordination

Data tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 10-04-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST.

Preferred Experience

• Experience leading or coordinating community-based programs focused on public health, behavioral health, or social services, including supervisory or lead experience.
• Familiarity with grant-funded program operations, community partner coordination, and data tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust with individuals facing complex challenges and connect them to supportive resources, gained through professional work, volunteer service, and/or lived/personal experience.

Position Summary

The Substance Recovery Program Manager position at the City of Tucson’s Police Department oversees non-enforcement response efforts supporting individuals impacted by substance use and overdose risk. This role supports implementation of the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) grant, including coordination of field-based outreach, harm reduction, and post-overdose engagement in collaboration with peer navigators and partner agencies. Work is performed under the supervision of the Analysis Administrator. This position exercises supervision over the Community Safety Navigators.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the coordination and implementation of overdose prevention and substance use response activities funded through the COSSUP grant, including collaboration with peer support staff and community partners.
• Provides leadership and supervisory support to Community Safety Navigators engaged In outreach and service connection for individuals at high risk of overdose or justice involvement.
• Collaborates with public safety, public health, and behavioral health entities to improve referral systems, reduce access barriers, and support recovery-oriented care.
• Coordinates data tracking and reporting efforts in alignment with program goals, including documentation of outreach, engagement, follow-up, and service linkage activities.
• Supports the distribution of overdose prevention and harm reduction supplies and ensures individuals are connected to appropriate housing, treatment, and recovery resources.
• Facilitates meetings and training sessions with internal and external stakeholders to support alignment on overdose prevention, deflection strategies, and resource coordination.
• Represents the City of Tucson in regional working groups and partner forums to share program insights, align service delivery strategies, and support long‑term sustainability planning.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays. May be subject to call out. Indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience
• Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications

Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division

Position Details

Job Profile J0075 - Community Safety, Health and Wellness Resource Manager

View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

• Grade G109
• Hourly Range $32.15 - 48.23 USD

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Exempt Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Department Police Department Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Police

Position Type

Regular Time Type Full time

Department

Police Department

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

About Us

Benefits

• Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
• With your well‑being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.
• We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non‑U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

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City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager‑led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees.

Tucson Community

The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 “Best City in America” by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330‑plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small‑town feel with big‑city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona, at Visit Tucson, Arizona.