Community Safety Navigator

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-23-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

The Community Safety Navigator positions are grant-funded. In accordance with the City’s Civil Service Rules (Section 5 – Employment in Grant-Funded Positions), individuals appointed to a position funded in whole or in part by a public or private grant will be notified in writing at the time of appointment and must acknowledge in writing that they understand the following:
- Employment in a grant-funded position will end upon termination of the grant, regardless of employee status or length of service.
- Employees separated due to the end of grant funding are not entitled to appeal rights under the Civil Service Rules.
- A grant-funded employee may, subject to applicable rules and qualification - requirements, be transferred, promoted, or demoted into a non–grant-funded position, at which time the employee becomes subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations governing other City employment.
- Permanent classified employees who have previously completed a probationary period in a non–grant-funded position and are serving in a grant-funded position are exempt from the requirements of this section.
- Employees paid through an annually recurring funding source (as defined in Rule I, Section 3) are covered by the layoff provisions in Rule VIII, Section 2.

All applicants MUST upload a resume to be considered for this position. It is also recommended to upload a cover letter to further highlight your experience in the areas listed under Duties and Responsibilities.

The recruitment process will include an application/resume review, and a screening panel interview (tentatively scheduled for the week of April 6th, 2026). A hiring interview may also be conducted (tentatively scheduled for April 20, 2026). You will be advised via email of your status in the process after each stage.

Preferred: Familiarity with substance use challenges and recovery supports, gained through professional work, volunteer service, and/or lived/personal experience, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and connect individuals to services.

Position Summary

The Community Safety Navigator position at the City of Tucson’s Police Department provides peer-based support and navigation services to individuals and families experiencing hardships, including those impacted by substance use. This position plays a role in engaging individuals at high risk and connecting them to supportive services within the community.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Substance Recovery Program Manager. This position does not supervise.   

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifies resource options for clients and continues time-limited support, primarily for individuals impacted by substance use. Collaborates with management, outreach staff, and City departments to coordinate services.

• Responds to requests for service from Tucson Fire and Police departments, other City of Tucson Departments, and the public, including individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use.

• Ensures that assigned casework is provided for overdose response and outreach supplies, including naloxone, fentanyl test strips, harm reduction materials, brochures, and paperwork for treatment referrals and follow-up.

• Assists with development and implementation of data collection strategies related to non-fatal overdose incidents, tracking outreach activities, follow-up efforts, and service engagement outcomes.

• Assists with the planning and execution of events focused on overdose prevention, harm reduction education, and community awareness. Provides data collection through appropriate tracking systems.

• Participates in training, neighborhood meetings, public meetings, and other public forums, workgroup meetings and relevant substance abuse response meetings as assigned. 

• Networks with other City of Tucson departments and local nonprofit agencies and coalitions to strengthen support pathways.

• 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

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

Two (2) 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0070 - Community Safety Navigator

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

Compensation Grade

G105

Hourly Range

$21.96 - 32.94 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

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Police Department, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Police

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

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 Services. 

The 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 EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.

Recruiter Name

Randy Esslinger

Recruiter Email

tpd_hr@tucsonaz.gov

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