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Services Aide - PARCS Community Services and Recreation

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City of Fresno

Fresno, CA (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/3/2026

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Job Description

The City of Fresno PARCS Department has a variety of temporary part-time and seasonal opportunities in our Recreation and Community Services Divisions where employees learn how to engage with the community through a multitude of programs including fitness, nutrition, recreation, education, outdoor, sports, and much more. Individuals receive first-hand experience in strengthening the future of our diverse community by helping citizens appreciate the beauty of the Central Valley in our 80+ parks, community centers, and partnered locations. Above all else, you'll learn what it means to be a public servant, continuously striving to build a better future by empowering individuals to live healthy lives and connect with each other over shared interests! Under supervision, Services Aides may perform any of the following duties:
  • Assist the recreation staff with a variety of basic tasks; duties will vary according to job assignment;
  • Assist in setting up and maintaining recreation facilities for events and scheduled programs;
  • Assist with organizing sports activities, and learns to maintain discipline at recreation facilities;
  • Learns to instruct others in various arts, crafts, games, and sports;
  • Assist with routine attendance and participant records; registers citizens for classes and special events; checks-out and checks-in personal belongings;
  • Assist in the enforcement of rules, regulations, and safety precautions at municipal facilities;
  • Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries;
  • Maintain recreation facilities and equipment in a clean and safe condition, and in compliance with City policies, procedures, and regulations;
  • Provide information, instructions, and assistance to the public within the scope of authority and training; assists customers with requests, program participation, applications, and other documents;
  • Support the relationship between the City of Fresno and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff;
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS PROGRAM
Work at a city park providing various recreation services and activities for youth and adults, e.g., structured recreation and play time, arts & crafts, sports, fitness, drama, dance, group games, and tutoring. High School diploma or GED equivalent, basic knowledge of recreation activities, and ability to work with a diverse population and age groups is required. Must be available to work evenings and weekends; most employees work 3-7 or 4-8 PM Monday through Friday.
YOUTH SPORTS
Youth Sports include indoor and outdoor soccer, basketball, flag football, flag rugby, and t-ball. Basic knowledge of each sport is recommended but not required. Patient, enthusiastic, interactive, and friendly coaches are needed to teach children ages 3-12 the fundamental skills required to play each sport. Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
ADULT SPORTS
The Adult Sports program offers affordable adult organized leagues, drop-in sports activities, and tournaments including softball, basketball, soccer, flag football, and more. Reliable and enthusiastic coordinators, scorekeepers, and field monitors are needed year-round. Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
SKATEBOARD & BMX
Incumbents assigned to the Action Sports Program will monitor Mosqueda Bike Park, Lions Skate Park and Todd Beamer Concrete Park. The ideal candidate should have basic knowledge and experience with Action Sports culture, park etiquette, teaching instructional classes, first aid methods, and working with a diverse population.
Minimum qualifications include:
High School diploma or GED equivalent and basic knowledge of recreation activities. Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
PARK ATTENDANTS
Offer excellent customer service as the face of the Fresno PARCS division, perform light maintenance duties, open or close the park, and support recreation and fitness programming at a park or affiliated green space site. Park Attendants must be customer focused, conscientious, and able to make quick and educated decisions when responding to unanticipated issues. High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Park attendants are needed for all hours from opening (7 AM) to closing (as late as 10:30 PM in summer) 7 days a week.
CITYWIDE SPECIAL EVENTS
Services Aides in this assignment will perform various duties in support of the successful execution of citywide special events. Responsibilities include set-up and tear-down, parking control, coordinating between event staff and city employees, and providing excellent customer service at all times. Ideal candidates would be courteous, friendly, and professional. Must have a flexible schedule and be willing to work evenings and weekends.
SENIOR PROGRAM
Provides hot meals to senior citizens at our neighborhood and community centers, as well as recreational activities including organized games, social dances, arts & crafts, and exercise classes. Must be passionate about serving the senior citizen community. Typical schedule is from 9 AM
  • 1 PM Monday through Friday.
Special events and dances are held on weekends.
QUESTIONNAIRE IN THE APPLICATION
Please select the programs you are interested in. Please select ONLY those positions that genuinely interest you. If there is a vacancy in a program you've selected, your application will be forwarded to the hiring manager for 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.