Community Enrichment Coordinator

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-25-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the application process, all applicants must submit a chronological resume and a cover letter at the time of application. Applications that do not include both documents by the recruitment closing date will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Community Enrichment Coordinator at the City of Tucson’s Community Safety, Health & Wellness program, within the City Manager’s Office, is responsible for leveraging resources and opportunities to enhance community safety, build neighbor-to-neighbor networks, and amplify existing community assets. This position plays a key role in identifying and mobilizing resources to support a shared vision for a thriving and connected community.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Violence Prevention and Intervention Manager. This position does not supervise. 
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supports community partners, city departments, and other direct service teams to advance the vision for short, medium, and long-term change identified by and for community members. Participates in inter-departmental, neighborhood, public, and team meetings at various locations to promote community safety in priority areas and build stronger neighborhood networks.

• Coordinates community-based work with support from the community partners and city departments. Engages in direct community networking through a range of methods including canvassing, promoting, and hosting community events, trainings and cultural celebrations. Connects with existing organizations, networks, and community members via phone calls, text messages, and social media to strengthen program engagement. Maintains on-going communication with community partners and residents, keeping them informed of program activities and developments, providing timely responses to inquiries.

•  Participates in the City of Tucson’s Violence Interruption and Vitalization (VIVA) efforts and the Safe City Initiative by providing mediation, service navigation, and mentoring support to interrupt neighbor-to-neighbor disputes, interfamily conflicts, issues concerning disenfranchised youth, and high rates of crime.

• Facilitates community training, strategic planning and visioning sessions to share community goals at various locations. Participates in training opportunities and contributes to continuous quality improvement.

• Assists community members in accessing city resources and services, helping them leverage their collective voice and functions as an advocate, when needed.

• Tracks community engagement data and documents outcomes and impact of activities, including resident participation in program activities, outreach efforts, and annual impact surveys.

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. 

Working Conditions

May be required to work evenings and weekends for community meetings and events. 

May be required to climb stairs and walk through neighborhoods or communities that experience high rates of poverty or crime. 

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree
Work Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience
License/certification: A valid and unrestricted driver’s license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
Spanish or Arabic fluency
Work experience in community and social Services
Prior experience working families experiencing extreme poverty.
Prior experience working with justice system impacted individuals.
Demonstrated understanding of how cycles of poverty, under investments in housing, education and mental health, relate to community violence
Lived experience as survivor of violent crime, homelessness, or drug dependence
Cultural relevance to any of Tucson’s diverse communities

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0073 - Community Enrichment Coordinator

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G107

Hourly Range

$26.57 - 39.86 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Appointed

Time Type

Full time

Department

City Manager, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Government/Office-of-the-City-Manager

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: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. 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. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

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 Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and 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).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Noelle Smith (103931)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.