Recreation Specialist

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.

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.

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.

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

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:

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

Experience:

• One (1) year of full‑time experience in organizing, planning and implementing programs and activities.

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;
• Laws, regulations, and rules affecting the provisions of community programs.

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;
• Coordinate, recruit, train, monitor, and assess program staff and volunteers.

Strength:
Medium work – occasional lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds;

Ability to work outdoors.

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire no later than 4:30 PM on January 26, 2026. Applications must be submitted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at . 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…