Temporary Recreation Specialist FY 2027- August 2026

City of Fresno•Fresno, CA

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About The Position

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

Requirements

One (1) year experience in organizing, planning, and implementing recreation or community service programs and activities
Possession of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Sixty units of college course work in recreation, liberal studies, education or a related field.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and conducts specialized recreation and/or community service activities.
Plans, organizes, and conducts 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.