| Location | Sunnyvale, CA |
| Salary | $19.50–$29.60 Per Hour |
Shape Up Sunnyvale Assistant
Salary
$19.50 - $29.60 Hourly
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Job Type
Casual
Job Number
26-00164
Department
Library and Recreation Services
Division
Youth and Family Resources
Opening Date
08/28/2026
Closing Date
9/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
The final filing date is Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. or after receiving 50 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.
Hours: Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).
THE POSITION
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking qualified, self-motivated individuals interested in working with grant-funded projects. This position will be based at the Columbia Neighborhood Center in the Recreation Services Division of the Department of Library and Recreation Services.
Essential Job Functions
(May include, but are not limited to, the following):
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications
Licenses/Certifications: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C CA drivers license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Application and Selection Process
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & PROCESS
The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application.
Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the posting will close after receiving 50 qualified and complete applications or on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:00pm, whichever is first.
Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the Citys employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience and education. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and information regarding next steps in the recruitment process will be sent via email. Please check your email regularly for status updates. If you have not heard back within five working days, you may contact Faye Brand at fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov or 408-730-3015.
Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly- hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Susan Van Dyne, Recreation Services Coordinator 2 at 408-730-7359 or email: svandyne@sunnyvale.ca.gov. For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or email: fbrand@sunnyvale.ca.gov.
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application.
No City benefits are offered with this Temporary Position.
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Instructions for completing the Supplemental Questionnaire: The following supplemental questions constitute an examination. Responses are reviewed and rated by Subject Matter Expert(s). The supplemental question examination determines the most qualified candidates to move forward in the recruitment process. The responses to the supplemental questions should be specific, thorough and must be reflected in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application. Please note the information provided in the supplemental questions will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete responses, false statements, copying and pasting responses from Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs, and/or entering "See Resume" will result in an incomplete application and/or disqualification from the recruitment process. Please be advised that you will be timed out of this page after 30 minutes. It is recommended to copy the supplemental questions that require text answers into a document that you can save on your computer. Prepare your responses in that document and then copy and paste the responses into the spaces provided. Additionally, please save your work continuously. By checking the Yes response below, I indicate that I have read the instructions for completing the application (located in the job posting) and supplemental questionnaire. In accordance with these instructions, I understand that a completed application and written responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required. I understand the completed application and supplemental question responses will be used to evaluate my qualifications for this position and further identify the most qualified candidates to continue in the recruitment process. Additionally, I certify that I have completed the application and supplemental questionnaire on my own; the information provided accurately reflects my training, education and experience; and I understand the information provided is subject to verification.
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Are you 18 years of age or older?
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent? Note: If selected for the position submittal of education verification will be required.
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Do you have one (1) year or one (1) summer of clerical or administrative experience?
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If you answered Yes" to the previous question, describe your experience in detail below. List the tasks you performed. If you answered "No", list NA
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Do you have experience in any of the areas listed below? List which of area(s) you have experience and describe your experience below. -Implementing grant-funded programs -Working in collaboration with other organizations or schools to deliver a program -Working with diverse individuals -Working with general public
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Are you bilingual in Spanish?
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Have you completed any college units in recreation, gerontology, education, social work, etc.? Please list the courses below.
Required Question
Employer City of Sunnyvale
Address 456 W. Olive Avenue
Sunnyvale, California, 94086
Phone 408-730-7490
Website https://sunnyvale.ca.gov