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Conditions of Employment

As required by Emergency Order 2021-02, section 7.8, newly hired City employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before appointment or onboarding with the City. The City will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule 

Retirement: Fresno City Retirement System, one of the best funded public systems in the state.  Reciprocity with other public California systems.  The City does not participate in Social Security.  Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service.

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: Boost your retirement savings with The City's 457 plan.

Vacation Leave: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 6 months

Sick Leave: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days

Holidays: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and one (1) personal day.

Life Insurance: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by The City.

Short Term Disability:  Provided through California SDI program.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at www.fresno.gov.

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Aviation Science, Airport Management or closely related  field. Applicants must attach a copy of their diploma or transcripts directly to the on-line application for verification of requirements. Applications lacking the attachment may be rejected.

Eligibles certified for consideration for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, background investigation, and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Candidates must possess a valid Class C California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. 

The Selection Process

The selection process may consist of the following: 

APPLICATION REVIEW - Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to the oral examination.  The selection will be based upon those applications which demonstrate the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training.  Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation.

ORAL EXAM - 100%:  A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related Oral Examination to evaluate each candidate's knowledge of principles and practices of airports operations, airports security, and aviation management; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment; and other training, experience and personal traits for the position.  Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. 

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.

Veteran’s Preference

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

EOE

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.