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City of Yuma

Welcome to the City of Yuma, Arizona!

The City of Yuma is a full-service council-manager local government and is governed by a charter, Arizona state statutes, and an adopted Strategic Plan. The City Administrator is appointed by the City Council and is responsible for all city operations.

 

The City employs approximately 1,200 full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees and has 14 departments committed to providing outstanding services to the community. Yuma’s FY 2022 annual budget is $522.4 Million (all funds).

 

The Yuma Community

Yuma is located in beautiful and sunny Southwestern Arizona, where Arizona, California, and Mexico converge. Nestled between San Diego and Phoenix along I-8, Yuma has a rich culture and heritage rooted in centuries of history. Yumans enjoy a climate that mixes pure desert sunshine with the cool waters of the Colorado and Gila Rivers. Yuma is the 11th largest city in Arizona, with an estimated population of 108,000, which nearly doubles during the unparalleled winter months. Yuma is also the county seat for Yuma County, home to approximately 235,000 people.

 

Yuma is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers who bask in its nearly perfect weather with 310 sunny days a year! Yuma’s enviable setting allows residents to take advantage of outdoor activities year-round, from hiking, biking, golfing, and off-roading to boating, fishing, kayaking, and water skiing. Exciting annual events, festivals, concerts, and world-class cuisine can be found in Yuma year-round.  

 

Agriculture, military installations, and tourism are the base of Yuma’s economy, with agribusiness contributing over $3.1 Billion to Yuma’s economy each year. The area is one of the most productive agricultural centers in the United States and supplies 90% of its winter and leafy vegetables.

 

Yuma is home to two of the largest military installations in the United States. The U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is the nation’s premier ground and weapons testing facility. Marine Corps Air Station-Yuma is the country’s foremost Marine Air Base with over 10,000 active-duty personnel, including pilots, aviation technicians, and aeronautic mechanics.

Jul 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Equipment Mechanic - Yuma Arizona
$26.40 - $34.32 hourly
City of Yuma Yuma, AZ
Senior Equipment Mechanic Salary $26.40 - $34.32 Hourly Location  City of Yuma, AZ Job Type Part-time Job Number 2026-00108 Department Public Works Division Fleet Services-12 Opening Date 5/18/2026 FLSA Non-Exempt  Summary   First review begins Monday June 1, 2026; position remains open until filled. *** This position is available in both part-time and full-time. *** Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you! We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Senior Equipment Mechanic working with the Department...
Sep 18, 2025
Full time
Police Officer (Non-Certified) - Yuma Arizona
$54,683 yearly
City of Yuma Yuma, AZ
  Police Officer (Non-Certified) Salary  $54,683.20 Annually Location  City of Yuma, AZ Job Type Full-time Department Police Job Number 2023-00003     Closing Continuous   Summary We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Police Officer (Non-Certified), working with the City of Yuma Police Department. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, compassion and empathy for others, a high level of integrity, an understanding of how to be an active listener who can navigate difficult situations, and mental agility.  If you have the desire to protect and the passion to serve our community, there is a place on our team for you!   Click here  to view a brochure that explains more information on the position, the department, the...