Project Manager

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-16-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.

Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.

Due to the sensitive and security-focused nature of this role, candidates are required to provide three (3) professional references from within the past five (5) years. These references will help verify recent experience, reliability, and suitability for a position of trust.

Additional working conditions:
Subject to call-out and must be available for emergency response 24/7 as needed.
Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work may be required.
Must be able to travel between field sites and attend off-site meetings or trainings.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Description

The Physical Security Project Manager position for the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for leading security initiatives that protect critical infrastructure and operational processes. This role oversees project parameters, budgets, and timelines while devising solutions to complex challenges and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The work is performed under the supervision of the Chief of Security. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs security-related capital projects by developing scopes, schedules, and budgets; monitoring contractor performance; allocating resources; and collaborating with federal, state, county, city, and department partners to keep projects on track, within scope, and on budget. Provides regular updates to leadership and facilitates stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment.
• Manages contractors, vendors, and Job Order Contracts (JOCs) in accordance with agreements and City of Tucson procurement guidelines, ensuring accountability, compliance, transparency, efficiency, and the highest quality project delivery.
• Plans, designs, and manages installation, maintenance, and refinement of physical security systems including access control, visual information, surveillance, alarms, and facility hardening while conducting assessments of critical water system assets (wells, treatment plants, reservoirs, and staffed facilities, etc.) to strength safety and reduce risk. Prevents total criminal activities including vandalism, encroachment, tampering, etc.
• Assigned to support citywide, departmental, operational, strategic, and compliance objectives. Conducts risk assessments of city facilities, recommends improvements to enhance safety, and ensure projects align with the City’s Public Safety Improvement Plans.
• Leads the preparation and implementation of continuity plans, emergency response training, and exercises by coordinating with internal departments, external organizations, and first responders to enhance preparedness, collaboration, and mutual aid.
• Leads the creation and refinement of SOPs related to physical security analysis and management, ensuring consistent practices, compliance, accountability, efficiency, effectiveness, resilience, reliability, and sustainability across the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Bachelor's degree

Work Experience
Three (3) years of relevant experience
*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis

License Requirements
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License

Preferred Qualifications
PMP, PSP (Physical Security Professional)
CPP (Certified Protection Professional)
 
Similar or related certifications with emphasis on physical security, facilities, public safety, or Information Technology (with focus on cybersecurity).

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0455 - Project Manager

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

Compensation Grade

G109

Hourly Range

$32.15 - 48.23 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

Full time

Department

Water Utility, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring

Department Link

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

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

Recruiter Name

Munerra Acosta (202167)

Recruiter Email

tw_hr@tucsonaz.gov

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