Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 04-20-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
As part of this online application process, all applicants are required to submit the following:
- Updated Resume
- Cover Letter
Applications received that do not contain a resume, a cover letter and assessment addressing the prompts below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
COVER LETTER PROMPT:
Please submit a personalized cover letter in which you address your knowledge, skills, abilities, training and/or experience in relation to each of the preferred qualifications listed in the posting below. Cover letters should be no more than one (1) page in length.
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Project Coordinator position at the City of Tucson’s Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is responsible for planning, coordinating and supporting community development projects and events aimed at implementing improvements in the 29th Street Thrive Zone neighborhoods. This position serves as the 29th Street Thrive Zone’s primary staff liaison to community members, promotes, community partners including nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies. Additionally, this position is responsible for coordination of community events that rely on direct engagement with individuals in the community as part of the 29th Street Thrive Action Activities and in support of the development of the 29th Street Thrive Transformation Plan which is part of a Choice Neighborhood Planning grant from the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development. This position performs team-based administrative and project support functions necessary to sustain operations and systems, including coordinating meetings, documenting actions and recommendations, posting public materials, planning and facilitating community meetings, collaborating on funding applications, and maintaining online engagement platforms.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Community Services Project Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports outreach efforts and contributions for 29th Street Thrive Action Activities and Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant.
Supports department staff in engaging with diverse community members through event planning and coordination. Attends and supports internal and external events and meetings.
Assists with marketing events, resources and community updates through by providing verbal and printed information, resources at events, businesses, or door to door canvassing.
Creates marketing content and updates 29th Street Thrive social media platforms and websites.
Assists with data collection through facilitation of online forms and surveys and uses translation tools to engage community members who speak other languages.
Provides up-to-date and organized reporting data for 29th Street Thrive internal and external reporting deadlines, providing detailed summaries of activities, accomplishments and community feedback.
Provides direct support to Thrive Zones Supervisor and team.
Other duties as assigned.
Work conditions as follows
Office environment includes regular walking, bending, and standing. Frequent lifting (up to 25lbs) and carrying, both indoor and outdoor.
Occasional travel for conferences or training.
This position includes working evenings and weekends.
Must be able to drive a City of Tucson vehicle for transportation to job sites throughout the community for events and meetings.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of experience providing administrative or operational support in a government, nonprofit, or human services setting.
Two (2) years of project coordination experience.
Professional written and oral communication in English as demonstrated in resume.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom or Microsoft Teams), as demonstrated through work history.
Experience collaborating or partnering with Thrive Zone communities and/or partners.
Experience in working with community development projects in disinvested communities.
Experience in event coordination/planning and/or community engagement projects.
Experience living in or working with diverse and refugee communities.
Bilingual in English and another language from the targeted communities (Spanish, Swahili, Somali, Kinyarwanda, Fulani, Persian, Farsi, Dari, Pashto, or Arabic).
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J1461 - Community Services Neighborhood Resource Project 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
G106 Hourly Range
$24.16 - 36.24 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
Regular Time Type
Department
Department Link
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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 ori gin, 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 EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Stephanie Vejar (202915) Recruiter Email
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For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.