Employment & Job Prep Help List

The Library has Job Help, computer classes, online tools, and specialized software. Employment centers and services for those seeking work, including resources for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Serving unemployed, under employed and employed adults through training and job search assistance.
Career Assessment and Planning, Pre-Vocational Education and Training, Job Search Assistance and Placement

Better Help for Returning Citizens -We help currently and formerly incarcerated people quickly secure employment and access essential support services, providing a foundation for success.

The Sullivan Jackson Employment Center (SJEC) helps with the employment and training needs of homeless men and women seeking to enter the workforce. SJEC has been a pioneer in developing effective approaches to assist homeless individuals and families seeking to become self-sufficient. You must call to schedule an appointment – they do not take walk-ins.

The purpose of the Tucson Homeless Work Program is to give people residing in an emergency shelter a pathway out of homelessness through work, community collaboration and navigation of existing services. The program is intended to build trust with people and move them from temporary housing options to more permanent housing.

Pima Cycle Breaker assists Pima County youth and adults by reengaging them with job placements, wrap-around services, and support in helping them achieve an educational degree or certification. PCB is designed to educate, employ, and support in a variety of fields. Individuals who commit to the program receive assistance with housing, transportation, food, tuition, and other needed benefits.

Our Sewing Program looks to bring income into financially depressed neighborhoods by providing training for much needed trades... like sewing, product design, inventory control, machine repair, etc.

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Pima county works events, and resources.

DKA provides expert testimony for defense and plaintiff cases related to employment disability, LEC (Loss of Earning Capacity), reasonable accommodations, assistive technology, RTW (Return To Work) issues, the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and other employment laws.

Current Pima County Job Opportunities

When looking for a job, it helps to have connections. Whether you’re looking for your first job, making a career switch, or re-entering the workforce, ARIZONA@WORK is the place to start. In addition to our no-cost workforce readiness services, we can connect you to our partners for expert advice and guidance on everything from child care, basic needs, vocational rehabilitation for job seekers with disabilities, and educational opportunities.

Workforce Development Centers Employment Assistance-FREE Job Help
Here are a few of the services we offer: Career options and coaching Resume and cover letter development Interviewing skills and practice Coaching for completing an application for screening by the new Application Tracking System. This means we can help your application get seen by a real person, and not just the computer program that screens submissions. Assistance with special circumstances like long gaps in employment and periods of incarceration. New Horizons computer learning classes

Primavera Works is an employment program for individuals who are unemployed or underemployed and may be facing barriers to employment. Services include temporary work, temp to hire opportunities, and job search assistance.

The John Volken Academy is a 2-year minimum, 100% insurance & tuition-free, nonprofit Life-Skills Academy dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives after facing severe challenges such as substance use, chronic homelessness, and incarceration.

We provide professional clothing, work boots, interview attire, safety gear, hygiene essentials, resource navigation, and community referrals to help individuals confidently step into employment and a brighter future.

The academy provides continuing education, professional & personal development in areas like wellness, resiliency, recovery, mental health awareness, workplace culture, emotional agility, leadership skills among others. Through a blend of both in person and virtual opportunities people are encouraged to connect, share, and grow together no matter where they are in their current journey. The academy is also the state agency that provides the required 8 hours of continuing education including Ethics for lived experience professionals (Peer & Family Support Specialist) in Arizona through our AHCCCS approved curriculums.

The John Volken Academy is a 2-year minimum, 100% insurance & tuition-free, nonprofit Life-Skills Academy dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives after facing severe challenges such as substance use, chronic homelessness, and incarceration.

Created in 2025 by Mayor and Council, the Office of Violence Prevention and
Intervention (OVPI) leads a data-informed, community-centered strategy to reduce violence by addressing root causes and promoting healing across Tucson. We work alongside residents, community based organizations, and system partners to create safer, more resilient neighborhoods and communities.