Community Engagement Manager - Conservation Lands & Resources

Community Engagement Manager

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.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

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…