Community Outreach Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Community Outreach Specialist jobs in Arizona concentrate in public health, behavioral health, nonprofit social services, and community development, with the state's rapid population growth driving consistent demand at levels from entry coordinator to senior program manager. Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe account for the heaviest hiring, anchored by employers like Banner Health, Maricopa County, and United Way of Central and Northern Arizona. The most in-demand specialties include health equity outreach, housing and homelessness navigation, and youth and family services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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$41,263.36 - $51,532.28 Annually
Holbrook, AZ
Full Time
2026-00268
BOS/Admin
09/30/2026
Continuous
Summary
Under limited supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in coordinating community outreach programs and activities; representing the County in transportation projects on tribal lands; performs related work as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
- Works with the Tribal Government Relations Liaison to help coordinate the County’s intergovernmental relations and transportation projects with Native American Tribes within Navajo County.
- Assists the Board of Supervisors, Elected Officials, and Department Directors with scheduling, hosting, and preparing for tribal meetings.
- May serve as the County representative on various projects, committees, meetings, and programs involving interaction with tribal jurisdictions, agencies, and groups.
- Develops and maintains community contacts.
- Informs the public on Tribal - Navajo County partnership opportunities.
- Supports the county in transportation issues on the Navajo, Hopi, and White Mountain Apache Reservations.
- Supports the county in transportation issues with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), White Mountain Apache Division of Transportation, Hopi Division of Transportation, and Navajo Division of Transportation.
- Prepares presentations, talking points, and reports for use by the Department Director, staff, and Board of Supervisors.
- Travels between County and Tribal sites for meetings and to assist with programs.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends to attend community meetings and events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of Native American culture and governance.
- Knowledge of government-to-government relationships when working with Tribes.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
- Skill in acting with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, Tribal organizations, and the public.
- Skill in analyzing the needs of the department and County, developing short and long-range plans.
- Skill in writing, speaking, and translating Navajo, Hopi, and/or Apache languages (PREFERRED).
- Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
- Skill in preparing public presentations.
- Skill in computer literacy
Desirable Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D; AND two years’ experience in intergovernmental program promotion, intergovernmental relations, or community outreach/education; previous experience in government setting preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; AND a valid driver’s license.
$41,263.36 - $51,532.28 Annually
Holbrook, AZ
Full Time
2026-00268
BOS/Admin
09/30/2026
Continuous
Summary
Under limited supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in coordinating community outreach programs and activities; representing the County in transportation projects on tribal lands; performs related work as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
- Works with the Tribal Government Relations Liaison to help coordinate the County’s intergovernmental relations and transportation projects with Native American Tribes within Navajo County.
- Assists the Board of Supervisors, Elected Officials, and Department Directors with scheduling, hosting, and preparing for tribal meetings.
- May serve as the County representative on various projects, committees, meetings, and programs involving interaction with tribal jurisdictions, agencies, and groups.
- Develops and maintains community contacts.
- Informs the public on Tribal - Navajo County partnership opportunities.
- Supports the county in transportation issues on the Navajo, Hopi, and White Mountain Apache Reservations.
- Supports the county in transportation issues with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), White Mountain Apache Division of Transportation, Hopi Division of Transportation, and Navajo Division of Transportation.
- Prepares presentations, talking points, and reports for use by the Department Director, staff, and Board of Supervisors.
- Travels between County and Tribal sites for meetings and to assist with programs.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends to attend community meetings and events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of Native American culture and governance.
- Knowledge of government-to-government relationships when working with Tribes.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
- Skill in acting with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, Tribal organizations, and the public.
- Skill in analyzing the needs of the department and County, developing short and long-range plans.
- Skill in writing, speaking, and translating Navajo, Hopi, and/or Apache languages (PREFERRED).
- Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
- Skill in preparing public presentations.
- Skill in computer literacy
Desirable Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D; AND two years’ experience in intergovernmental program promotion, intergovernmental relations, or community outreach/education; previous experience in government setting preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; AND a valid driver’s license.
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The qualifications that appear most often in community outreach specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience conducting community outreach, education, or engagement programs
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, reflecting Arizona's population
- Familiarity with Arizona community resources, service providers, and referral networks
- Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations in community settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for public presentations and reports
Community Outreach Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a community outreach specialist in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers require a bachelor's degree in social work, public health, communications, or a related field, and Arizona does not issue a state license specific to the community outreach specialist title. Candidates with a Certified Health Education Specialist credential or a Certified Case Manager designation are competitive for health-focused roles. Many Arizona county agencies and nonprofits also value direct field experience in the communities they serve, which can substitute for advanced credentials in entry-level positions.
Which companies hire community outreach specialists in Arizona?
Arizona community outreach specialist roles are posted by ASARCO, Jolt PEMF Lab, and NAVAJO COUNTY and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's large public health infrastructure, county human services agencies, and federally qualified health centers generate steady openings throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most community outreach specialist jobs?
Arizona, Phoenix, and Glendale have the most community outreach specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its concentration of county agencies, hospital systems, and nonprofit headquarters, while Tucson's strong presence of university health programs and border-region social service organizations supports consistent hiring in that market.
Are there remote community outreach specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're limited, since community outreach is by nature a field-facing role that relies on in-person engagement with residents, partner organizations, and community events. About 67% of community outreach specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply to grant-writing, program coordination, and administrative functions rather than direct outreach work.
How can I get hired as a community outreach specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through volunteer coordination, AmeriCorps service, or a community health worker role at a Federally Qualified Health Center such as those operated by Maricopa County or the Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers. Many Arizona nonprofits and county human services departments hire outreach assistants or community health worker trainees for candidates without a full work history. A Certified Health Education Specialist credential from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing gives entry-level candidates a concrete edge in Arizona's public health hiring market.
Where can I find and apply to community outreach specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to community outreach specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across public health, nonprofit, government, and corporate sectors. Search the roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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