What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Service Work Program Supervisor Extra Help Part-Time position at City of Clovis, California?
DEFINITION
Under supervision, monitors juveniles who have committed misdemeanor criminal offenses while they perform clean-up details throughout the City.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are non-sworn personnel who provide supervision, direction, and observation of juveniles who are assigned to perform clean-up details throughout the City. The incumbent reports to and takes direction from the Lead Community Service Officer. The work is performed on weekdays, weekends, and some holidays. This schedule may be modified during the summer when juveniles are not in school.
Transportation of juveniles to and from work sites; instruct juveniles how to use gardening tools properly and safely; monitor juveniles to make sure they are working safely; hook up trailers to city vehicles; operate city vehicles and trailers; evaluate and assess the attitude, behavior, and work performed by juveniles. In addition, effectively remove graffiti utilizing paint, pressure washers, paint sprayers, and specialized chemicals; use office machines and a police radio; utilize a computer to maintain appropriate records and statistics; perform general clerical duties; communicate with parents about policies, procedures and the program; and provide parents with information about the juvenile's attitude and performance.
LICENSE REQUIRED
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
- Education equivalent to graduation from high school including completion of fifteen (15) college units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminology, Psychology, or closely related field.
Experience:
- Demonstrated experience working with the public.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Basic English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
- Basic math;
- Simple record keeping methods;
- Geography of the City of Clovis;
- Office equipment and procedures;
- Computer terminal operating methods.
Ability to:
- Analyze situations and develop effective courses of action;
- Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing;
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
- Maintain simple records;
- Inspire public confidence through personal integrity, appearance and actions;
- Communicate effectively and efficiently;
- Operate a vehicle, observing legal and defensive driving practices;
- Operate a police radio;
- Relate to and communicate with juvenile's age 6 to 17.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Strength: Light work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds maximum with some lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Working conditions: Ability to work weekdays, weekends, and some holidays.
- Environment: Perform job functions outdoors and may be required to work in all weather conditions including when it is over 100 degrees and in the cold during the winter months.
SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis online employment application and supplemental questionnaire, no later than 4:30 p.m. on August 6, 2026, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. Information regarding employment with the City of Clovis, the online employment application, and the supplemental questionnaire are available online at www.cityofclovis.com. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Applicants may attach acceptable application attachments to their online employment application which include college/university degree diplomas and International Degree Accreditation documentation at the time of application submission. In exception of acceptable application attachments and a reasonable accommodation request applicants may not attach any additional documents to their online employment application 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 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 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 online employment application, supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening, and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview that will be weighted 100%. Oral 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 Personal History Questionnaire, an extensive background investigation, a polygraph or voice stress examination, a psychological examination, a medical examination, and a drug/alcohol screen. 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.
This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its terms and conditions can change without notice.
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