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City of Fresno
Temporary Recreation Specialist FY 2027- July 2026
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$39,187 / year median in California
+14% projected growth
Job Description
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. 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. 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.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
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. 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.