Division Manager

Position Description

The Division Manager directs all operational activities for their assigned division(s). The position reports to a Department Director or Assistant Director and serves as a vital source of professional support for departmental leadership. With significant independent judgment, the manager is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of programs and staff. This includes planning the work of Program Managers, developing strategic goals, preparing budgets, and representing the department at key meetings.

The current vacancy is in the Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) Department; however, because the Division Manager position exists in several departments, the City of Fresno may choose to utilize the applications received through this recruitment for future vacancies.

THE PARCS DEPARTMENT:
The PARCS Department serves all ages through a variety of programs including Adaptive Recreation, After School, Aquatics, Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety, BMX, Camp Fresno, Sports, Senior Recreation, Youth Employment and more! The Division Manager will work closely with the Assistant Director to provide oversight to a team of Program Managers.

The ideal candidate has experience with implementing grant-funded programing and is a responsive communicator that can navigate complexities while ensuring a excellent customer experience. The role requires a motivated leader who is skilled in critical thinking, creativity, attention to detail, and fostering collaboration to achieve program objectives in service to the community.

This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Department Director.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 14 Classification City of Management Employee Association (CFMEA)

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 $75 per month.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrue 15.55 hours per month with cash-out provisions.
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
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:

Bachelor's Degree in a field directly related to technical discipline and four years of directly related experience including two years of supervisory experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

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

A copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of requirement. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

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.

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.

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.

After the final filing date, completed applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Leshea Tarver, Senior Human Resources Analyst
(559) 621-6950
leshea.tarver@fresno.gov
2600 Fresno Street
Fresno, California 93721-3614

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: 07/23/2025

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