About the Department

Under supervision, provides customer service to the general public; supports a variety of sports, games, arts and crafts, special events, and related after school, recreation and community services activities for all abilities of participants in the community; and cleans and monitors for safety and physical soundness of park amenities in the field or at an assigned facility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Receives supervision from a Community Services and Recreation Supervisor or designee. This class does not exercise supervision over assigned staff.

Position Duties

PARCS needs motivated and passionate individuals who are ready to energize and reinvent the community. If you are looking to enhance your leadership experience, participate in team building, meet new and interesting people, and above all, positively impact the lives of our youth - WE HAVE THE JOB FOR YOU!

We are currently recruiting for Temporary Community Recreation Assistants. Under supervision, incumbents plan, organize, and conduct specialized recreation and/or community service activities. Incumbents also provide specialized workshops, classes and activities in areas including but not limited to sports, music, science, fitness/nutrition, technology, special events, and senior programs. Additionally, incumbents serve as park attendants; verify park reservations; ensure facilities/picnic areas are clean and ready for use; and report maintenance issues.

Minimum Qualifications

TEMPORARY COMMUNITY RECREATION ASSISTANT
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline: Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalency and six (6) months of experience in a community services and recreation environment.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.

Other Qualifications

Working hours: Incumbents may be required to work weekends and holidays. Working hours may be between the hours of 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Pursuant to City of Fresno Charter, temporary employment shall not exceed 2080 hours within 2 fiscal years and are limited to no more than 29 working hours per week.

These are temporary employment opportunities which do not provide health benefits, or retirement and are not in any way a guarantee of permanent employment.

Benefits

Unit 3 Non- Supervisory White Collar The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)
BENEFIT	DESCRIPTION
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 to increase your retirement savings.
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	PAY: $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.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):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.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Do you have at least six (6) months of experience in a community services and recreation environment?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: City of Fresno
Address: 2600 Fresno St., Personnel Services Department

Fresno, California, 93721
Phone: 559-621-6950
Website: https://www.fresno.gov/

Temporary Community Recreation Assistant FY 2027- July 2026