Community Coordinator (PARCS)
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
SALARY: $4,314 - $7,750/month
FILING DEADLINE: May 10, 2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This is your chance to become part of an exceptional organization and a dynamic team shaping the future of Fresno! The City of Fresno is seeking a Community Coordinator to support implementation of the Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture (EAAC) Grant Program.
Are you passionate about connecting with the community and making a difference? The City of Fresno is hiring a Community Coordinator to serve as a vital link between the City and EAAC grantee organizations. Qualified candidates for this role will demonstrate experience in one or more of the following areas: arts, cultural arts, cultural studies, grant management, community services, program implementation, nonprofit operations, principles of financial management, public administration, customer service, project management, evaluation, planning, training and collaborating with a wide diversity of community groups.
In this role you’ll serve the community and advance the goals of the Cultural Arts Plan and Measure P. Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Respond to grantee inquiries
- Coordinate and promote community events and technical assistance activities
- Represent the City at meetings and public functions
- Assist in resolving community concerns and facilitating solutions
- Support program development and implementation
- Collect data and prepare reports, correspondence, and outreach materials
- Collaborate with City departments and outside agencies
- Supervise and train support staff as needed
- Performs related duties as assigned
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; nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
ABOUT MEASURE P AND CULTURAL ARTS
The City of Fresno Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) Department administers funding from Measure P, a local sales tax that invests in improving and maintaining parks and facilities, creating new parks and trails, and funding recreation, community, and arts and culture programs. On an annual basis, twelve percent (12%) or approximately $5 million dollars, of Measure P funds are allocated to the EAAC grant program.
Grants funded through EAAC are implemented by the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission (Commission) in partnership with the Fresno Arts Council, or its successor local arts agency, using multiple solicitations that allow for a diverse set of programs. Grants include different program sizes and reach, including core operating and project-support funding for nonprofit organizations.
The City of Fresno’s Cultural Arts Plan guides this work and was adopted by the Fresno City Council on August 10, 2023. The Cultural Arts Plan identifies needs and opportunities in the arts and culture community, prioritizes outcomes and investments, and develops a vision and goals for the future of Fresno arts and cultural programs that are reflective of the cultural, demographic, and geographic diversity of Fresno.
Full job description available at: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Community-Coordinator-12_23-Signed.pdf
View “We Work For You” video to get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno: https://youtu.be/RjOUf52KPrk?si=NmkwtgYbTxdKcKOz
One (1) vacancy currently exists in the PARCS Department. Immediate and future vacancies may be filled from this list at the City's discretion. This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the department head.
Incumbents assigned to the Animal Center 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.
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 is 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.
Eligibles 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, eligibles 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 Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs to apply. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. 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.
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. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. Effective April 1st, 2026, the City of Fresno is transitioning to a new recruitment system, NEOGOV. An account in the new system will be required to apply for the City of Fresno job opportunities after this date. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.
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.