Services Aide - PARCS Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids (SPARK) Program

Position Description

The City of Fresno PARCS Department is looking for temporary part-time employees to support the Sports, Play, Active Recreation for Kids (SPARK) after-school program at various Fresno Unified School District After School Education and Safety (ASES) sites by instructing rotations of K-8 students in physical education activities. The ideal candidate should be dynamic, energetic, passionate, and have strong classroom management skills.

Under supervision, Services Aides will perform any of the following duties:
- Assist the onsite FUSD and Community-based vendors with a variety of basic tasks- duties will vary according to job assignment.
- Set up and facilitate physical education curriculum in small rotations as a vital employee in FUSD After School programming.
- Assist with daily tasks required at an After School ASES site i.e. check in students, supervise snack time, provide homework support, engage students, behavioral management, etc.;
- Independently instruct students in various arts, crafts, games, and physical activity;
- Assist in the enforcement of rules, regulations, and safety protocols at a FUSD school site.
- Recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries, and complete documentation in compliance with FUSD and City of Fresno policies and procedures.
- Maintain equipment in a clean and safe condition and in compliance with FUSD and City policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Support the relationship between the City of Fresno and Fresno Unified School District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with school staff, visitors, and other City staff.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

Pay Rate: $19.50
Schedule: 2:00 - 6:00 PM or 2:30 - 6:00 PM Monday through Friday

Pursuant to the City of Fresno Charter, temporary employment shall not exceed 2,080 hours within 2 fiscal years; and may not exceed 29 working hours per week.
These are temporary employment opportunities that do not provide health benefits, or retirement and are not in any way a guarantee of permanent employment.

The Requirements

One of the following requirements must be met:

1. Two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college units), OR
3. Documentation of NCLB (No Child Left Behind) compliance consistent with established minimum NCLB qualifications for paraprofessionals employed in Title I, Part A-funded schools.

If qualifying with a degree or accredited college or university credits, please attach a copy of the degree or transcripts. If qualifying with NCLB, please attach a copy. Applications lacking this documentation may be rejected.

How To Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an online application, please view the "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submission.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Selection Process

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, before employment with the City of Fresno.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 06/30/2024

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