City of Tucson and Pima County Hiring Now: 160+ Government Jobs Open in 2026

Published May 20, 2026 | TucsonHIRED Team

Tucson's government and public sector remains one of the most reliable and benefits-rich corners of the Southern Arizona job market, and right now it is actively hiring at multiple levels of government. The City of Tucson alone shows 162 open positions across departments, with additional volume from Pima County, the Town of Marana, Tucson Unified School District, and federal agencies including Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. For job seekers who value pension benefits, stable schedules, and long-term advancement, this is one of the strongest moments in years to look at public sector work. Search all Tucson jobs on TucsonHIRED.com and apply today.

City of Tucson: 162 Open Roles Across Every Department

The City of Tucson is currently the largest single municipal recruiter in the metro, with 162 active openings spanning IT, administration, code enforcement, public works, parks, transportation, and public safety. Featured roles include an IT Project and Portfolio Manager position supporting day-to-day project delivery and portfolio coordination, and a Development Services and Code Enforcement Specialist hybrid role combining office administration with on-site fieldwork supporting permitting, code enforcement, business licensing, and departmental operations. The City does not provide visa sponsorship, and candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Relocation expenses are not provided. Benefits: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) pension, comprehensive medical and dental, paid time off, and tuition assistance through municipal partnerships. Search City of Tucson jobs or government jobs in Tucson.

Pima County: Recurring Hiring Events and Continuous Recruitment

Pima County's One-Stop employment services operate as a central hub for both county hiring and partner-employer recruitment events. The County partners with local businesses to identify job opportunities that may not be widely publicized elsewhere, and continues to host hiring events at its Kino Service Center at 2797 E. Ajo Way. Pima County departments regularly recruit across health services, public works, parks and recreation, libraries, sheriff's office, and administrative roles. Benefits: ASRS pension, comprehensive insurance, and step-based pay increases. Search Pima County jobs or county government openings.

Town of Marana: A Growing Municipality With Growing Headcount

The Town of Marana's Public Works Department is actively recruiting a Construction Inspector for its Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Division, one of several open positions reflecting Marana's continued growth along the Tangerine Road and I-10 corridors. As Marana's population, infrastructure footprint, and business community all expand, the Town has been steadily adding professional and skilled roles across planning, engineering, public works, and parks. Benefits: ASRS pension, full benefits package, and the work-life balance that comes with a smaller municipal employer. Search Town of Marana jobs on TucsonHIRED.

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD): The Largest School District in Southern Arizona

TUSD is one of the largest and most diverse unified school districts in Tucson, with opportunities spanning more than 89 schools and departments. The district is actively hiring teachers, paraprofessionals, support staff, transportation workers, food service employees, and administrative professionals. New-to-District teachers in Exceptional Education can qualify for hard-to-fill stipends with one-time payments of $5,000 paid at each semester end, subject to eligibility per posting. TUSD also offers in-house ParaProfessional Assessment for $55 and discounted CPR/First Aid certification for new hires. Benefits: ASRS pension, robust health insurance, summer schedule for school-based roles, and tuition reimbursement options. Search TUSD jobs or teacher jobs in Tucson.

Federal Agencies: Davis-Monthan, Border Patrol, and Veterans Health

Tucson's federal employment footprint is sizeable. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base employs federal civilians across maintenance, logistics, intelligence, and administrative functions. U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Border Patrol Tucson Sector — one of the largest sectors in the country — recruits agents, technicians, and support staff continuously. The Veterans Health Administration's Tucson VA system provides one of the largest federal healthcare hiring footprints in the region, recruiting physicians, nurses, technicians, social workers, and administrative staff. Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with matching, federal health benefits, and 11 paid federal holidays. Search federal jobs in Tucson or VA jobs in Tucson.

Application Tips for Tucson Public Sector Jobs

Government applications in Tucson tend to follow more structured processes than private sector roles. The City of Tucson requires a chronological resume submitted at the time of application, and applications without one are considered incomplete and not advanced. Highest-scoring applicants for City roles are typically invited to a virtual first-round interview, with successful candidates then invited to in-person interviews held in Tucson. TUSD and Pima County follow similar structured processes. For federal roles, applications go through USAJOBS.gov and require detailed work history aligned to the job announcement's qualifications. Plan to budget 1 to 2 hours per application for the strongest submissions.

Pay and Benefits at a Glance

Government roles in Tucson don't always lead the market on base pay, but the total compensation package — particularly the pension component — often outperforms private sector equivalents over a full career. Approximate pay ranges based on current postings: administrative assistants typically run in the range of $18 to $24 per hour at municipal employers; code enforcement specialists generally fall around $22 to $30 per hour; IT project managers often earn $80,000 to $115,000 annually depending on level; police officers and firefighters typically start near $58,000 to $68,000 annually plus overtime and benefits. ASRS pension vesting, comprehensive insurance, and step-based pay increases distinguish public sector careers from most private sector roles.

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