Pima County, AZ County Administrator
National Association Of Counties Inc, Tucson, AZ, United States
About Pima County and Tucson
Pima County’s seat of government within the City of Tucson has been home to resilient people for more than 4,000 years; it is the longest continuously inhabited place in the continental United States. Our Indigenous, Hispanic, and Western heritages are not just what we once were, they are part and parcel of what we are now. We are a diverse, inclusive community in which 95% of the County’s population lives in an expansive valley crisscrossed by episodic rivers and surrounded by 9,000-foot mountain ranges. We are national leaders in ecological and cultural conservation, directly protecting nearly 300,000 acres of sensitive desert and mountain ecosystems.
At a Glance
Founded: Nov. 9, 1864 (statehood Feb. 14, 1912)
Size: 9,200 sq. miles (about the size of New Hampshire)
Total Population: 1.1 million (2025 est.)
Metro Population: ~1.05 million (2025 est.)
GDP: $63 Billion (2025 est.)
Median Household Income: $70,315 (2024 est.)
Largest Employment Sectors: Government – 80,200 jobs; Professional and Health Services – 66,200 jobs; Trade, Transportation, and Utilities – 61,000 jobs
About Pima County Government
Pima County is more than just a workplace; it’s a career with purpose. Here, you can have a meaningful positive effect on the community you call home. With over 7,000 employees across more than 50 departments, we ARE proud to serve the people and places that make Southern Arizona home. Together, we ARE building a better tomorrow, one job, one person, one purpose at a time.
Vision: Committed to serving residents and fostering a thriving community.
Mission: Creating a prosperous community through sound stewardship and innovative practices, making a difference in quality of life for all.
Values: Accountable | Respectful | Ethical. These values are the foundation of our work and are reflected in every goal, strategy, and service we deliver.
Strategic Pillars
Public Service: Putting People First
Ensure stability and excellence in government; Deliver high-quality, innovative operations; Align budgeting and staffing with strategic goals.
Quality of Life: Building a Prosperous and Healthy Community
Strengthen public safety through holistic approaches; Foster generational prosperity; Enhance community health and well-being.
Infrastructure & Growth: Planning for Tomorrow
Build and maintain forward-thinking infrastructure; Drive economic growth to meet workforce and housing demands; Promote sustainable development practices.
Sustainability & Conservation: Protecting What Matters
Balance land conservation with responsible growth; Strengthen regional sustainability and climate resilience; Implement climate action and environmental stewardship strategies.
Job Description
The County Administrator is appointed by the Board of Supervisors and functions as the County’s senior executive officer. This role is responsible for delivering a comprehensive range of services through 34 central departments, seven Countywide Elected Officials, and Superior and Justice Courts, overseeing a total annual budget exceeding $1.8 billion, and supporting a workforce of over 7,000. The County Administrator reports to the Board of Supervisors, provides executive leadership across multiple operations, service delivery, and major initiatives, that are in line with the County’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Mission, and Values. Duties may be further enumerated in an individual employment contract between the incumbent and the Board of Supervisors.
Benefits
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans available
Basic Life Insurance: $50,000 plan paid by the County
Voluntary Benefits: Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization, Legal plans available
Short Term Disability: Paid by the County
Health Savings Account: The County funds Single $1,000/Family $2,000 annually
FSA: Flexible Spending Account available
Wellness Program: Promoting healthy living, self-care, and awareness to enhance overall well-being to earn $1300 annually towards benefits premiums
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000
Employee Assistance Program: Paid by the County
Educational Assistance Program: Up to $5,250 per year towards educational reimbursements
Automobile Allowance: $550 per month
Pension Plan: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) – a defined benefit retirement plan which includes Long Term Disability
457 Deferred Compensation Plans: Nationwide Insurance plans available
Holidays: 10 paid holidays and 2 administrative leave days per year
Leaves: Sick, Vacation, and Paid Military Leave
Paid Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid leave
Salary
The County Administrator is a contracted-employee and salary will be negotiated with the Board of Supervisors, depending on qualifications. The base-pay annual salary for the County Administrator position is $299,042 to $416,041.
To Apply
Submit a letter of application and detailed resume to Human Resources Director, Cathy Bohland at AdministratorRecruitment@pima.gov by May 30, 2026. Applicants will be considered based on the information provided in their application documents. Pima County reserves the right to consider only the most qualified applicants. A thorough preemployment background investigation will be completed for the successful candidate. Applications are confidential. Only finalists’ applications will be made public in accordance with the Arizona Public Records Law.
Learn more about this role, application process and Pima County by visiting www.pima.gov/join-team-pima. Recruitment Brochure: https://www.pima.gov/3839/Pima-County-Administrator-Position#docaccess-357e546f41ad8d83f7477b754ae55a34
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Pima County’s seat of government within the City of Tucson has been home to resilient people for more than 4,000 years; it is the longest continuously inhabited place in the continental United States. Our Indigenous, Hispanic, and Western heritages are not just what we once were, they are part and parcel of what we are now. We are a diverse, inclusive community in which 95% of the County’s population lives in an expansive valley crisscrossed by episodic rivers and surrounded by 9,000-foot mountain ranges. We are national leaders in ecological and cultural conservation, directly protecting nearly 300,000 acres of sensitive desert and mountain ecosystems.
At a Glance
Founded: Nov. 9, 1864 (statehood Feb. 14, 1912)
Size: 9,200 sq. miles (about the size of New Hampshire)
Total Population: 1.1 million (2025 est.)
Metro Population: ~1.05 million (2025 est.)
GDP: $63 Billion (2025 est.)
Median Household Income: $70,315 (2024 est.)
Largest Employment Sectors: Government – 80,200 jobs; Professional and Health Services – 66,200 jobs; Trade, Transportation, and Utilities – 61,000 jobs
About Pima County Government
Pima County is more than just a workplace; it’s a career with purpose. Here, you can have a meaningful positive effect on the community you call home. With over 7,000 employees across more than 50 departments, we ARE proud to serve the people and places that make Southern Arizona home. Together, we ARE building a better tomorrow, one job, one person, one purpose at a time.
Vision: Committed to serving residents and fostering a thriving community.
Mission: Creating a prosperous community through sound stewardship and innovative practices, making a difference in quality of life for all.
Values: Accountable | Respectful | Ethical. These values are the foundation of our work and are reflected in every goal, strategy, and service we deliver.
Strategic Pillars
Public Service: Putting People First
Ensure stability and excellence in government; Deliver high-quality, innovative operations; Align budgeting and staffing with strategic goals.
Quality of Life: Building a Prosperous and Healthy Community
Strengthen public safety through holistic approaches; Foster generational prosperity; Enhance community health and well-being.
Infrastructure & Growth: Planning for Tomorrow
Build and maintain forward-thinking infrastructure; Drive economic growth to meet workforce and housing demands; Promote sustainable development practices.
Sustainability & Conservation: Protecting What Matters
Balance land conservation with responsible growth; Strengthen regional sustainability and climate resilience; Implement climate action and environmental stewardship strategies.
Job Description
The County Administrator is appointed by the Board of Supervisors and functions as the County’s senior executive officer. This role is responsible for delivering a comprehensive range of services through 34 central departments, seven Countywide Elected Officials, and Superior and Justice Courts, overseeing a total annual budget exceeding $1.8 billion, and supporting a workforce of over 7,000. The County Administrator reports to the Board of Supervisors, provides executive leadership across multiple operations, service delivery, and major initiatives, that are in line with the County’s Strategic Plan, Vision, Mission, and Values. Duties may be further enumerated in an individual employment contract between the incumbent and the Board of Supervisors.
Benefits
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans available
Basic Life Insurance: $50,000 plan paid by the County
Voluntary Benefits: Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization, Legal plans available
Short Term Disability: Paid by the County
Health Savings Account: The County funds Single $1,000/Family $2,000 annually
FSA: Flexible Spending Account available
Wellness Program: Promoting healthy living, self-care, and awareness to enhance overall well-being to earn $1300 annually towards benefits premiums
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000
Employee Assistance Program: Paid by the County
Educational Assistance Program: Up to $5,250 per year towards educational reimbursements
Automobile Allowance: $550 per month
Pension Plan: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) – a defined benefit retirement plan which includes Long Term Disability
457 Deferred Compensation Plans: Nationwide Insurance plans available
Holidays: 10 paid holidays and 2 administrative leave days per year
Leaves: Sick, Vacation, and Paid Military Leave
Paid Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid leave
Salary
The County Administrator is a contracted-employee and salary will be negotiated with the Board of Supervisors, depending on qualifications. The base-pay annual salary for the County Administrator position is $299,042 to $416,041.
To Apply
Submit a letter of application and detailed resume to Human Resources Director, Cathy Bohland at AdministratorRecruitment@pima.gov by May 30, 2026. Applicants will be considered based on the information provided in their application documents. Pima County reserves the right to consider only the most qualified applicants. A thorough preemployment background investigation will be completed for the successful candidate. Applications are confidential. Only finalists’ applications will be made public in accordance with the Arizona Public Records Law.
Learn more about this role, application process and Pima County by visiting www.pima.gov/join-team-pima. Recruitment Brochure: https://www.pima.gov/3839/Pima-County-Administrator-Position#docaccess-357e546f41ad8d83f7477b754ae55a34
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