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Pima County
Tucson, Arizona

Nurse Practitioner - Clinical Services

Nurse Practitioner Above average in Nurse Practitioner rolesNo nightsFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$44.9-$67.34/hr

Listing transparency3 of 6 stated

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Job Description Summary Department - Health Job Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job Type: Unclassified Job Classification: 1147 - Nurse Practitioner Salary Grade: 18 Pay Range Hiring Range: $44.90 - $61.73 Per Hour Pay Range: $44.90 - $67.34 Per Hour Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

  • ptor for other nurse practitioners, medical students, interns and residents; May supervise, assign and review the work of professional patient care services personnel; May participate in outreach activities, as well as public health emergency events, exercises and training.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of Arizona in the particular specialty area as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND six months of clinical practice experience in a public health or community setting. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination. Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Arizona and certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the Arizona State Board of Nursing to practice in a clinical specialty areas. Prescription and dispensing certification issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is required for certain positions within this category. Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a high risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccine will be provided. Due to need for possible access to law enforcement, detention or correction facilities or the super
  • vision of detainees or Inmates, some positions m this category may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by law enforcement agencies. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen, which may include respirator fit test. Physical/Sensory Work Requirements: Constantly required to exchange accurate information. Constantly uses fine motor skills to utilize computer equipment and healthcare equipment. Constantly required to observe details at close range. Occasionally required to move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, behind themselves and equipment alarms; Speaking Activity - in person an don the phone; Visition Activity - may be required operate motor vehicle, distinguish colors, have depth perception, and peripheral vision. Working Conditions: Occasionally exposed to hazardous fluids. Occasionally exposed to the risk of needlesticks and exposure to communicable diseases. EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, dis
  • ability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pima County stands out as an exceptional workplace, offering a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and personal satisfaction. As one of the largest employers in the region, Pima County prioritizes its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique contributions of each employee. Embracing innovation and collaboration, Pima County provides multiple opportunities in which individuals can make a meaningful impact on their community. One of the key advantages of working for Pima County is its comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security. Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being. Furthermore, Pima County takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs. In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service. By joining Pima County, individuals

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care focusing on reproductive health, STI treatment, and infectious disease management within a public health setting. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, dispensing contraception, and developing clinical protocols to improve community health outcomes.

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited professional nursing school, Arizona Nurse Practitioner certification, and at least six months of clinical experience in public health. Preferred candidates possess one year of reproductive healthcare experience and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentFamily PlanningContraceptive Implant PlacementElectronic Health RecordsClinical Protocol DevelopmentPublic Health NursingPatient CounselingMedication Assisted TreatmentBilingual SpanishHealth Equity PromotionDiagnostic TestingPatient EducationClinical SupervisionCommunity Outreach

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner - Clinical Services at Pima County a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 12,896 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Public Health — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 66% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$117k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

6.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles

  • No nights

Living in Tucson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k
Typical market rent
$1,425/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.9
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Tucson, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Pima County

Government Administration
Tucson, AZ
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salaries
Health Insurance
Retirement Plans
Flexible Work Schedules
Family Leave Policy
Wellness Programs
Training Programs
Workshops