Temporary Recreation Specialist FY

Temporary Recreation Specialist FY 2027
- July 2026

• CITY OF FRESNO, CA

Under supervision, plans, organizes and conducts specialized recreation and/or community service activities.

Receives supervision from Community Recreation Supervisor or designee. This class does not exercise supervision.

Incumbents in the Recreation Specialist class plan, organize, and conduct specialized recreation and/or community service activities, e.g., music, drama, dance, arts and crafts, sports activities, teen and senior citizen activities, science programs, fitness/nutrition and technology. This class is distinguished from the Community Recreation Assistant class in that incumbents of the latter provide more general (non-specialized) guidance to individuals and groups served.

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline:

• One (1) year experience in organizing, planning, and implementing recreation or community service programs and activities; and possession of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, and sixty units of college course work in recreation, liberal studies, education or a related field.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required college education on a year-for-year basis.
• Additional college units in related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Validity:
  If qualifying with a degree or accredited college or university credits, please attach a copy of the degree or transcripts. Applications lacking this documentation will be rejected.
• Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certificates are required within 90 days of date of hire.
• Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. Selected individuals will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, a Department of Justice fingerprint, and provide proof of Tuberculosis (TB) clearance, prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

• Health Insurance: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments.
• Vacation Leave: Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
• Sick Leave: 8 hours per month, available after 90 days.
• Supplemental Sick: 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum.
• Holidays: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
• Short Term Disability: Provided through California SDI program.
• Bilingual Premium: $100 per month.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.
• Retirement: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP): An optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at  in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific