Recreation Specialist

Salary : $58,008.00 - $70,524.00 Annually

Location : Clovis, CA

Job Type : 001-Full-Time

Job Number : 2500144

Department : General Services Department

Division : Recreation Services

Opening Date : 01 / 12 / 2026

Closing Date : 2 / 2 / 2026 4 : 30 PM Pacific

Description

Closing Date Extended to 02 / 02 / 2026 at 4 : 30 PM Pacific

DEFINITION

To operate, participate and assist in the design, implementation, lead supervision, and monitoring of various community programs for area youth, adults and / or senior citizens; to perform related duties as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Under the direction of the General Services Director or designee, the incumbent operates, coordinates, and assists in developing and planning the day-to-day operations of a variety of community recreational activities and programs. The incumbent is expected to work within a framework of established program guidelines and is expected to perform the full range of community services program responsibilities including organizing, coordinating and participating in activities and monitoring programs for effectiveness. The incumbent receives direction when assignments are made and has latitude in selecting work methods. Work is generally reviewed in progress. The incumbent is expected to refer to the supervisor for instruction on matters which do not conform to established guidelines.

Examples of Duties

Plans, organizes, participates and monitors a variety of youth, adult, and / or senior citizen community programs and activities in local parks, or community facilities; recruits, trains and provides lead supervision for recreation staff and volunteers; conducts safety and other meetings with assigned staff; schedules the use of park, playground and community facilities for program activities; works with local agencies and service organizations to coordinate activities; prepares periodic reports detailing the status of program activities; maintains program records; develops and maintains cooperative working relations with community organizations; assists in the development of media releases, fliers and other promotional materials for program activities; orders supplies and materials necessary for program operations; plans and participates in group off-site trips; prepares purchase orders; and performs related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

LICENSE REQUIRED

Possession of a valid California class "C" driver's license and a good driving record and current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Education :

• Two (2) years of college, with course work in recreation or a related field;
• Four (4) year college degree with major course work in recreation is desired;

Experience :

and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire no later than 4 : 30 PM on February 2, 2026 . Applications must be submitted online at For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the City's standard application, however the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered . You may attach your resume at the time of application submission to the attachment section of the application form. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to the application form or submit any other documents by mail, fax or hand delivery. Veterans Preference Points may be provided if a valid DD Form 214 demonstrating qualifying service is submitted to the Personnel Office by the position deadline date and time. Applicants may attach, hand deliver or fax the required documents to (559) 324-2865. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.

Applicants must meet each qualification for the position by the deadline date. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Those candidates who best meet the needs of the operations may be invited to participate in an oral examination that will be weighted 100%. Candidates receiving a passing score may be placed on an eligibility list for a period of up to one (1) year. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, drug / alcohol screen and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

The examination may consist of questions relative to knowledge of modern methods, techniques, principles and procedures used in coordinating, developing and implementing community programs; common recreational and social needs of youth, adult and senior citizen groups; principles and practices of lead supervision; and laws, regulations and rules affecting the provisions of community programs. The examination may also contain questions regarding the ability to assist in the development of a wide variety of programs suited to the needs of the community; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze, interpret and explain policies and procedures; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and coordinate, recruit, train, monitor and assess program staff and volunteers.

This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its terms and conditions can change without notice.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Clovis offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time positions. For more information on the benefit package, please refer to the City's website under Departments & Services / Personnel / Employee Resources.

01

Carefully complete your Application and Supplemental Questionnaire and submit by the final filing date as indicated on the job announcement. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. You may attach a resume, but this cannot be used in lieu of completing an application. Follow the instructions below on how to submit a complete application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Include a minimum of ten (10) years of current and / or previous work experience. Begin with your most current work experience through the previous ten (10) years. If you are unable to include ten (10) years of current and / or previous work experience you must include any combination of work or volunteer experience, academic or vocational school enrollment, and any periods of unemployment. The application may not contain any unexplained gaps in employment periods. Be sure to attach any required documents before submitting the application.

02

Please answer the following questions. This information is REQUIRED, as it will be used to initially determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in any subsequent competitive assessment to identify those applicants to be invited to continue in the examination process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of required supplemental responses. Please do not say, "see resume" or "see application" or your application and supplemental questionnaire will be deemed incomplete.

03

Do you possess a current and valid California Driver's License?

04

Please list the state and expiration date MM / DD / YY of your current and valid Driver License. If you currently do not possess a valid Driver License, please explain.

05

Do you currently possess valid First Aid and CPR Certificates?

06

Please specify the highest level of education that you have attained from an accredited college or university. To meet the minimum qualifications for the position the education you possess must be listed on your application under the (education) section to be considered for the position.

07

International Degree Accreditation - International degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. If you possess a degree from an international college or university, please attach documentation from the approved U.S. Department of Education Institution that the degree has been accredited through at the time of application submission to be considered for the position.

08

Have you completed college level coursework in Recreation or a related field? The education you possess must also be listed in the (Education) section of your application.

09

How many years of full-time experience in organizing, planning and implementing programs and activities do you currently possess? The work experience that you possess must also be listed in the (Work Experience) section of the application.

10

Please describe in detail the experience you possess organizing, planning and implementing programs and activities which supports the work experience listed on the application and your response to the previous question. Include employer(s) name, job title(s) and dates of employment. If no experience in these areas, please indicate 'N / A'.

11

Explain what steps you administer when you are assigned to design and implement a new recreational program. If no experience, please indicate 'N / A'.

12

Please describe in detail the experience you possess with coordinating and training members of your recreational staff. If no experience, please indicate 'N / A'.

13

This position may require the incumbent to work Monday through Friday, 10 : 00 AM - 7 : 00 PM and occasional weekends.

Required Question