Community Coordinator

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

Are you passionate about connecting with the community and making a difference? The City of Fresno is hiring a Community Coordinator to lead public engagement, organize impactful events, and serve as a vital link between the City and its diverse residents in support of the services that help people and their pets. In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate with local organizations, develop and execute a strategic media plan that grows audiences, facilitate community driven solutions, and help shape programs that reflect the voices and needs of our residents and pet lovers alike. If you're a strong communicator with a heart for service and a talent for bringing people together, apply today!

DUTIES

• Coordinate and promote community events and public engagement activities
• Serve as a liaison between the City and community groups or residents
• Conduct outreach to identify community needs and connect residents to services
• Represent the City at meetings and public functions
• Assist in resolving community concerns and facilitating solutions
• Support program development and implementation
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and outreach materials
• Collaborate with City departments and outside agencies
• Supervise and train support staff as needed
• Perform related duties as assigned

Incumbents assigned to the Animal Center will be exposed to a working environment with animals (primarily dogs and cats) which may lead to possible exposure of unpleasant odors and noises, allergens, interactions with animals, and possible exposure to zoonotic diseases; and may be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices and may be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) and practices including assisting in cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, food dishes and equipment along with feeding and exercising animals.

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and / or schedules if called upon for an interview.

Incumbents may be required to work any shift; overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS : UNIT 2 Classification – Management Confidential - Unrepresented

HEALTH INSURANCE : The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT : IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. City contributes up to $75 per month.

HOLIDAYS : Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

MANAGEMENT LEAVE : 60 hours per fiscal year for exempt employees.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM : PAY : $100 per month

ANNUAL LEAVE : Accrue (15.5) hour per month of Annual Leave, with cash out provisions.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

LIFE INSURANCE : Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by the City.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY : Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT : Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.

RETIREMENT : City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program) : an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https : / / www.fresno.gov / personnel / human-resources-support / #tab-1

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for further consideration :

Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, political science, business administration, mass communications or related field.

AND

Two (2) years of administrative support experience which emphasized public and community relations.

Additional years of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY WORK DUTIES related to administrative support experience which emphasized public and community relations. Please provide specific examples for each job title rather than general statements.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Eligible certified for consideration for hire will be required to successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

For assignments to the Airports Department, eligible certified for consideration may be required to successfully complete a polygraph test, extensive background investigation and a department interview.

For assignments to the Fire or Police Departments certified for consideration may be required to successfully complete a polygraph and / or computer voice stress analyzer (CVSA) exam and an in-depth background investigation prior to appointment.

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov / jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "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 a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

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 as well.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION :

"My Career Tools" section on the top right, select "Cover Letters & Attachments," then click "Add Attachments" at the bottom.

Attachment Type, select the relevant option and enter a description under Attachment Purpose.

"Add Attachment," then "Browse" to locate your file.

"Open," then "Upload," and finally "Save & Return." then proceed to submit your application using the steps and helpful tips provided.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application on-line. Applications may be submitted at www.fresno.gov / jobs. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "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.

Only a select group of candidates will be invited to interview for this excellent opportunity.

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.

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