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Recreation Leader

City of Clovis, CA
Clovis, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

Description

DEFINITION:

Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Leaders organize and supervise various sports and facilities at Clovis area playgrounds and parks, the recreation center, skatepark, and Clovis Batting Range.

Examples of Duties

Supervise adult indoor and outdoor sports such as inline hockey, basketball, softball, volleyball and soccer; supervise daily operations of the Clovis Batting Range including minor equipment maintenance, inventory, daily revenue accounting and customer service; supervise participants at the Clovis Rotary Skatepark and ensure compliance with regulations; conduct special community recreation events; organize recreation supplies and equipment; complete incident and participation reports; direct the activities of recreation volunteers and referees and perform related duties as assigned. The position is for year-round programs in the City's diverse recreation programs. Appointed hours may be during weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Typical Qualifications

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • Possession of valid First Aid and CPR certificates, or obtain certificate within three (3) months of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
  • Education sufficient to assure the ability to read, write, and perform basic math skills at the level required for successful job performance.

Experience:
  • Six (6) months of work experience, internship, or volunteer experience in any field.

Hours:
  • Available to work between the hours of 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM seven (7) days per week.
  • Some accommodations may be made for student schedules or other commitments.

Working Conditions:
  • Upon completion of the training period, individuals will be required to work independently on day and evening shifts; and will be required to work in several recreation locations.

Qualifications
Ability to:
  • Deliver outstanding customer service, appropriately respond to situations;
  • Utilize good judgment and decision making skills;
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working with those contacted relationships in the course of work;
  • Enforce facility rules in a positive, professional manner and take appropriate corrective action when necessary;
  • Understand rules and procedures and carry out oral and written directions;
  • Communicate and interact effectively using courtesy, tact and firmness in dealing with the public;
  • Practice appropriate safety precautions and procedures;
  • Work variable hours and work independently with limited supervision.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Strength: Medium work-occasional lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50-100 pounds maximum; with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to lead and participate in physically demanding athletic/recreational activities; ability to work scheduled shifts and work outdoors;
  • Ability to lead and participate in physically demanding athletic/recreational activities;
  • Ability to work scheduled shifts and work outdoors in all types of weather and temperature conditions.
SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. This position will be open until filled.

Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/clovisca. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the City's standard application form; however, the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. You may attach your resume to the attachment section of the application form at the time of application submission. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application to be considered. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing at the time of application submission. Applicants should not expect to receive notification regarding the status of their application immediately but will be notified as positions are available and applications are processed.
Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete employment application and supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview, weighted 100%. Oral interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. Candidates will be required to obtain Standard First Aid and Community CPR (adult, child, and infant) certifications at their expense. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

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

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