Business Development Jobs in Tucson, AZ
Business development jobs in Tucson are in steady demand, concentrated in the downtown core, Rincon Valley, and the Tucson Tech Park corridor, across defense technology, healthcare services, and aerospace. Employers hiring right now include Orica, Verstela, and BrokerBot. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About the Job:
PURPOSE STATEMENT:The Business Development Representative is responsible for growing the facility’s lines of service and levels of care as defined by management by developing and retaining referrals from professional referral sources across various account types. Represents the facility to the public, as well as hosting the public when visiting the facility. Employs creative approaches with well-established methods for growing reputation among professional referrals.
Roles and Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops and implements business development programs in consultation with the Director of Business Development (DBD).
- Maintains a schedule of primary sources including business, industry, EAPs, managed care of clients, physicians/licensed practitioners, and allied health professionals. Documents every contact in the appropriate Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
- Maintains current account information and business development referral/admission records and statistics, including the preparation of business development reports and materials.
- Develops and maintains new account relationships and markets. Targets and creates new strategies for increasing business in highly competitive markets. Increases the number of referral sources within a facility such as with physician, social workers and discharge planners.
- Develops strong relationships with key referral sources. Develops and maintains key business development accounts and responds to all business development opportunities. Maintains and lends customer support to designated number of targeted referral source contacts per week, as set forth in a quarterly marketing plan.
- Develops and conducts community workshops and seminars and facility tours to educates clients, families, community and other referral sources on programs, services and amenities provided by facility and provides an opportunity to identify potential referral sources.
- Represents the facility at civic and professional functions and communicates mission in all outreach interactions. Acts a liaison between the facility, referral sources and the general public to further the goals and positive, professional image of the facility.
- Manages leads from referral sources and ensures efficient admissions process for clients. Maintains collaborative working relationship with Admissions Department
- Collaborates closely with facility discharge planners, social workers, case managers, physicians and management, as well as providing education staff to generate referral sources.
- Maintains current awareness of changes in the industry through self-education, peer education and professional and community involvement for the betterment of this position and the facility.
- Attends scheduled department meetings to provide timely reports on month-end reviews, client servicing schedules, customer sales forms and other reporting requirements.
- Generates face to face meetings and admissions activity per goal and documents in CRM in a timely manner.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Behavioral Health, Marketing, or related field preferred.
- Two or more years’ related experience in healthcare business development and marketing role preferred.
- Good understanding of the local market and referral base.
- Organized and demonstrate the ability to multitask and have well-developed and effective relational skills.
- Must be able and willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile, where facility requires.
WORK LOCATION:
This position is onsite and is not a remote position.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
This position is an Individual Contributor.
Why Cottonwood Tucson?Cottonwood Tucson offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Cottonwood Tucson is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
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- Consumer Goods
Business Development Jobs in Tucson: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a business development job in Tucson?
Focus on Tucson's strongest hiring sectors: defense contracting, aerospace, healthcare systems, and university-affiliated research commercialization. Employers near Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the University of Arizona Research Park favor candidates who can navigate long government or institutional sales cycles. A background in proposal writing, contract management, or scientific partnerships gives you a concrete edge over generalists in this market.
Which companies hire business developments in Tucson?
Tucson business development roles are posted by Orica, Verstela, and BrokerBot and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The local employer base leans heavily toward defense primes, regional health systems, and technology firms with government contract portfolios.
Are there remote business development jobs in Tucson?
Yes, though remote availability depends on the role: client-facing or government-focused positions typically require regular in-person presence, while analytical and inside-sales functions are more commonly remote. About 50% of business development openings tied to Tucson are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broader market trends. Hybrid arrangements are most common among software and SaaS companies operating out of the Tucson Tech Park area.
How can I get a business development job in Tucson with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Tucson is through sales development or account coordinator roles at regional tech firms and healthcare organizations, many of which hire early-career candidates and promote from within. University of Arizona spinoffs and startups in the downtown innovation district also bring on junior business development associates. Familiarity with government procurement processes or health system operations gives entry-level candidates a meaningful advantage with Tucson's dominant employer types.
Which industries hire the most business developments in Tucson?
Most business development openings in Tucson sit in Consumer Goods, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tucson's concentration of defense contractors, University of Arizona research partnerships, and regional healthcare networks drives consistent demand for business development professionals across those sectors.
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