Salary: $17.21 Hourly
Location : Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, 1405 S. 28th Ave (McNicol Community Center), Hollywood, FL, FL
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 2026-152
Department: PRCA Community Centers
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
The PositionJOB SUMMARY:This is recreation work assisting with a variety of recreation activities in an indoor and/or outdoor recreation center or facility. This position is responsible for the participant's physical well-being and safety while they are on the playground, in a recreation center, or traveling off-site. The employee enlists the confidence and support of the participants in the playground or recreation center by leading wholesome recreation programs for the participants. Work assignments are received during staff meetings. Technical assistance is available in detailed planning of the program and in conducting specialized activities. Work is evaluated and reviewed through observation and by reviewing written reports.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Participates, assists, and leads a variety of recreation activities.
- Maintains order and enforces rules and regulations at the recreational facilities.
- Teaches rules and playing skills of team and individual games and activities.
- Maintains safety and health standards at center; provides first-aid to injured persons.
- Keeps and submits records of attendance and use of facilities.
- Issues and picks up athletic equipment.
- Configuring facility classrooms to support indoor activities and events. This may include moving tables, chairs, storage units, equipment, and supplies around a room to support the activity/program/event.
- Performs related work as required for this position description only.
The RequirementsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus successful completion of the Department of Children's and Families 40-hour training for childcare personnel working in facilities servicing only school age children (transcript must be provided). This 40-hour training must be successfully completed within the employee's probationary period.
Preferred:
One (1) year experience in a Licensed After School program is preferred.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - Pediatric and Adult CPR/AED & First Aid or must obtain within 90 days of employment
- Valid Driver's License: With proof of automobile insurance
- Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
- Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: - Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and requirements as related to child welfare, education, childcare facilities administration, public assistance, and health services
- Knowledge of the principles, rules, materials, equipment requirements, and organization of a variety of play and recreational activities, such as low organized games, free play activities, team sports, and art and handicraft work, together with ability to instruct, coach and supervise several such activities.
- Knowledge of play interests and developmental needs of age group.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of first aid.
- Ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm and to mix readily with various groups, and to solve problems arising at a play area.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, teens, and adults and the public.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers, and the public.
Ability to represent the City effectively and positively in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation/gender identity.
The ExaminationRequired Education and Background Information: Look over the announcement carefully to determine your eligibility. Please note minimum education and experience requirements. Closed competitive positions are open only to employees while open competitive positions are open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications for the position. Evidence of a GED test score is required if submitted for high school diploma. Applicants are responsible for clearly documenting work experience and/or providing all relevant information at the time of application. Additional information will not be accepted after the announcement closing date.
Veteran's Preference: The City values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers (DD214) and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes.For additional information, please refer to the
Additional InformationAll successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background which may include criminal history searches, driving history checks, credit report, courthouse searches, education verification, employment verification, professional license verification, or other search methods as deemed necessary for the position. In addition, the applicant will be required to undergo a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, prior to appointment.
Applicants who are considered for employment will be required to pay $62.00 for the background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES: The City of Hollywood has an Ordinance which regulates the employment of relatives of City employees. Effective January 28, 2008, a relative may only be hired under the following additional conditions:
- The relative must have competed in an appropriate examination process as determined by Human Resources and be placed on a civil service eligibility list;
- The relative must be among the top three ranked candidates available on the certified eligibility list unless expanded by the Civil Service Board;
- The Department or Office Director and the Director, Human Resources must demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the City of Hollywood to hire the relative of a public officer or employee.
As of 12/15/2005 the City will require all newly hired employees to sign an affidavit affirming non-usage of tobacco or tobacco products within the last year prior to submission of application and will continue to be a non-user of tobacco products throughout employment with the City of Hollywood.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of special needs by calling (954) 921-3216.
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications).
The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.SUMMARY OF BENEFITS FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES
Regularly scheduled non-seasonal part-time employees who average at least thirty (30) hours or more of work per week shall be eligible for the following benefits:All regular part time employees who average at least 30 hours per week shall accrue paid vacation following their employment anniversary date. Employees shall accrue vacation leave as follows:
- up to seven (7) completed years 60 hours
- more than seven (7) but less than ten (10) completed years 84 hours
- more than ten (10) but less than fifteen (15) completed years 108 hours
- more than fifteen (15) but less than twenty (20) completed years 120 hours
- twenty (20) completed years and above 150 hours
After completion of the first full year of service, vacation time accrued as of September 30th of each year is to be utilized during the following 15 months. Cash payment in lieu of unused vacation shall be made only upon termination of employment or upon approval of the City Manager.
Not later than August 1st of each calendar year, an employee may elect to redeem up to a maximum of 40 hours of the unused annual (vacation) leave. Payment for such redemption to be made by or before September 10th following the redemption request.
- Part-time employees who average 30 hours or more per week are paid six (6) hours per holiday:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King,Jr.'s Birthday
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
- Part-time employees who average 30 hours or more per week accrue six hours (6) per month in sick leave accruals. The hours paid to the employee will be the number of hours that the part-time employee was scheduled to work on the date they called in sick.
- Part-time employees who average 30 hours or more per week will receive 12 hours each fiscal year of use-it-or-lose-it time off in recognition of the importance of mental health well-being.
- Bereavement leave is provided for the demise of an immediate family member. All regular part-time employees will receive one work week with compensation based upon the average hours worked in the previous 13 weeks.
- All regular part-time employees will receive longevity compensation added to their base salary for the following continuous years of service with the City:
- 1 year of service 2%
- 3 years of service 3%
- 5 years of service 2%
- 7 years of service 3%
- 10 years of service 3%
- 12 years of service 3%
- 15 years of service 4%
- Part-time employees who average 30 hours or more per weekand families shall be provided the option of coverage in the City's health insurance plans. The biweekly rates are as follows:
Enrollment TierMedical OAPMedical OAPINEmployee Only
$110.08
$64.08
Employee +1
$274.76
$82.35
Employee + 2 or More
$538.41
$167.34
- Each employee and their dependents enrolled in the City's medical insurance plan shall have access to the City of Hollywood Employee Health Center, allowing them to conveniently and exclusively access services ranging from routine primary care, urgent care, preventative care, lab work, vaccines, pediatric care for ages 6 months and older, x-rays, health coaching, and much more. All services at the City's Employee Health Center are free and at no charge to the employee/dependent, with the City paying 100% of the cost of services.
- Each employee shall have the option of completing an annual comprehensive wellness physical through the City of Hollywood Employee Health Center with the costs of the visit paid for by the City, including a comprehensive medical evaluation, ultrasound imaging, cardio-pulmonary assessments, vision and hearing test, and extensive laboratory blood profiles.
- The City's medical insurance covers Regenexx services with copays based on plan tier. Regenexx is a minimally invasive, needle-based procedure that is an alternative to orthopedic surgery. It uses the body's own healing agents, offers lower risk, and reduces recovery times. Regenexx procedures treat a wide range of common joint injuries and degenerative joint conditions, such as arthritis, rotator cuff tears, ACL sprain or tear, and much more.
- Part-time employees who average 30 hours or more per week shall have the option to purchase vision coverage through payroll deductions. Three plans are offered, and the biweekly rates are as follows:
Enrollment TierVSP Option 1VSP Option 2VSP Option 3Employee Only
$2.36
$3.87
$4.44
Employee +1
$4.73
$7.73
$8.87
Employee + 2 or More
$7.61
$12.45
$14.28
- Employees will receive from the City a "use it or lose it" Health Reimbursement Account annually. The amount to the employee is determined by the employee's medical enrollment status or if no coverage is elected then it will default to the lowest level. The level of the City contribution will be reevaluated once a year. The levels are: Single or no coverage = $400; Employee plus one = $600; and Employee plus two or more = $1000. This benefit is contingent upon the employee completing a biometric visit at the City's Employee Health Center. In addition, the employee may establish and contribute to a Flexible Spending Account.
- The City's award-winning wellness program, Hollywood Wellness, offers opportunities to earn incentives such as gift cards (taxable), gym reimbursements, iWatches, BBQ grills, water tumblers, lunch boxes, duffel bags, and other items for participating in wellness initiatives. Hollywood Wellness is powered by specific funding received by the City's Third-Party Administrator, Cigna, to improve the health and well-being of City employees, and may be discontinued or limited at any time based on availability of funds and discretion of HR Director. Some features of Hollywood Wellness include: