Temporary Recreation Specialist FY

Posted:
May 03, 2026

• Hourly Rate: $27.05 - $32.47 USD

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 coursework 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.

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.

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab.

Only online applications and materials are accepted and must be submitted by the closing deadline.

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.

• Health Insurance
  :
  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 remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified expenses tax free.
• Retirement
  :
  City of Fresno Retirement System, vested after 5 years of service. No Social Security participation.
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP):
  Optional program for vested employees; benefits include ownership of accumulated funds and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific.