Recreation Leader (Part-Time, Year Round)

City of Hollywood, FL Hollywood, Florida, United States

Location: Hollywood, Florida, United States
Categories: Parks and Recreation
Job Type: Part Time
Posted: Mar 11, 2026

Job Description:

Recreation Leader (Part-Time, Year Round)

Description

The Position

Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Don’t Stop There. The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Let’s Partner Together and Come Grow with the City of Hollywood. Apply Now!

For more information about this position and our competitive pay, benefits package and pension plan, refer to this job posting or our City website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hollywoodfl .

JOB SUMMARY:

This is skilled work in supervising a program of play and/or recreational activities for children and adults in a City facility or area. Work involves responsibility for organizing programs and recreational activities for children, teen-age groups, and adults at City facilities which may include classes, trips, special events and various recreational experiences. Work extends to the responsibility for the children's physical well-being and safety while they are on the playground, in a recreation center, or traveling off-site. Participants in the program range from pre-school to advanced age groups. This position may supervise Recreation Aides, volunteers, other City employees and contractors. Work assignments may be performed under the supervision of a higher ranked PRCA position. All work is done according to standardized and prescribed policies, rules and regulations.

Directs and supervises and takes corrective actions when problems arise; organizes and instructs games such as volleyball, softball, badminton, ping-pong, and others; explains, demonstrates and conducts new and original games.
Directs and supervises adult groups in activities, such as shuffleboard, cards, chess, checkers and horseshoes; promotes and supervises dances, parties, picnics and various other activities.
Plans and supervises organized class instruction in handicrafts, such as paper, wood and sewing projects; gives instruction in dramatics, singing, cooking, and dancing.
Operates a variety of related equipment, office machinery and computers and related software.
Keeps records, reports, maintain inventories of supplies and equipment; requisitions supplies and equipment.
Utilizes the City’s Recware computer program to develop schedules, enrollment, create activities, facility reservations and cash/credit reports.
Works in an administrative team environment.
Prepares and/or submits various operational records and reports, such as, monthly activity reports, time sheets, surveys, staff schedules, purchase requisitions, program proposals, program evaluations, program attendance, contracts, registration forms, insurance agreements, deposits, facility and vehicle inspections, and concerns.
Attends regular staff meetings.
Responds to telephone inquiries regarding department activities. Greet visitors and patrons to the facility.
Chaperon or serve as supervisor for events and trips as required.
Supervises all operations of recreation facilities in the absence of Recreation Coordinator. Opens, attends to and secures facilities, as needed.
Interacts and communicates effectively with a variety of groups and individuals including department personnel, other department employees, community groups, volunteers, patrons, participants, parents, and general public.
Enforces the City’s Youth Program Background Check Policy and procedures.
Performs related work as required for this position description only.

The Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, plus

Required:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, plus six (6) months experience in recreation work 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) at first available opportunity. This 40-hour training must be successfully completed within the employee’s probationary period.

Preferred:
One (1) year experience in recreation work.

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Pediatric & Adult CPR/AED & First Aid or 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 philosophy and objectives of municipal parks, recreation and cultural arts programming and Department operation procedures.
• Knowledge of City and Department policies and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and methods used in organizing and directing play and recreational activities.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, rules, materials, and equipment requirements and organization of a wide variety of play and recreational activities suitable for children, teen-age groups and adults such as games, free play activities, gymnastics and recreation, dancing, dramatics, music, storytelling, cooking, social recreation, art and handicraft work.
• Ability to be trained in Recware, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel computer programs and related software.
• Ability to coordinate various recreational activities and programs for recreation division special events and holiday programs.
• Ability to inspire and develop in participants desirable qualities of character and leadership.
• Ability to select activities suitable to individual and group needs and to instruct in these activities.
• 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to conduct sedentary work, light work, medium work, heavy work, very heavy work, balance, climb, crawl, crouch, feel, fingering object, grasp, handle, hear, kneel, lift, make rational decisions, pull, push, reach, use repetitive motion, speak, stand, stoop, talk, visualize and walk. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work involves moderate to heavy physical activity in an outdoor setting under all types of weather conditions with the added exposure to insects, animals and other hazards.

The Examination

Required 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 Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs .

Additional Information

All 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 FDLE Level II 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 Tier

Medical OAP

Medical OAPIN

Employee 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 Tier

VSP Option 1

VSP Option 2

VSP Option 3

Employee 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:

Access to the BenTek Wellness Hub, where employees may earn gift cards for completing wellness activities such as preventative exams, dental exams, flu shots, health coaching, or for participating in wellness events such as health seminars and wellness challenges.
Monthly health seminars/webinars, quarterly challenges, on-site health screenings, confidential counseling sessions, and communication campaigns.
Access to free state-of-the-art fitness facilities throughout City Departments.
Partnerships with local community vendors to offer reduced fitness memberships for employees, i.e., OrangeTheory Hollywood, YogaJoint Hollywood, and F45 Hollywood.
Flexible Fitness Reimbursement Program to reimburse employees for fitness facility memberships after proof of consistent attendance and payment.
Zen Room for employees to enjoy an ambiance of solitude, where they can refresh themselves with a massage, red light therapy, or just quiet time.
A mobile lactation pod and dedicated lactation rooms throughout the City.

All regular part-time will receive a (non-matching) City contribution to a Nationwide Deferred Compensation 457 Plan in the amount of $1,000.00 to be paid annually on or around the employee’s anniversary date of hire, if they are enrolled in the 457 Plan and contribute a minimum of $10.00 biweekly into the account.
The City is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Employees averaging at least 30 working hours per week may count their service at the City towards the 120 months of payment for certain federal student loans to be forgiven.
All regular part-time employees have the option of joining the Sun Credit Union.
All regular part-time employees have the option of participating in payroll Direct Deposit.
All regular part-time employees are eligible to participate in the City’s Work/Life Assistance Program offering a wide range of services and support, including 10 free face-to-face or virtual visits with licensed counselors, 24/7 telephonic support, free 30-minute consultations with legal or financial advisers, online tools and webinars.

Regularly scheduled non-seasonal part-time employees who average more than 15 hours per week but less than thirty (30) hours of work per week shall be eligible for the following benefits:

All regular part time employees who average at least 15 hours per week but less than 30 shall accrue paid vacation following their employment anniversary date. Employees shall accrue vacation leave as follows:

up to seven (7) completed years40 hours
more than seven (7) but less than ten (10) completed years56 hours
more than ten (10) but less than fifteen (15) completed years72 hours
more than fifteen (15) but less than twenty (20) completed years80 hours
twenty (20) completed years and above100 hours

Part-time employees who average at least 15 hours per week but less than 30 are paid 4 hours per holiday:

Part-time employees who average at least 15 hours per week but less than 30 shall accrue four hours (4) 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 at least 15 hours per week but less than 30 will receive 8 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.

Part-time employees who average at least 15 hours per week but less than 30 will be provided with AFLAC Accident and Hospital coverage, with the cost of the premiums paid for by the City.

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%

The City's award-winning wellness program, Hollywood Wellness, offers opportunities to earn incentives such as gift cards (taxable), 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:

Access to the BenTek Wellness Hub, where employees may earn gift cards for participating in wellness events such as health seminars and wellness challenges.

Monthly health seminars/webinars, quarterly challenges, on-site health screenings, confidential counseling sessions, and communication campaigns.
Access to free state-of-the-art fitness facilities throughout City Departments.
Partnerships with local community vendors to offer reduced fitness memberships for employees, i.e., OrangeTheory Hollywood, YogaJoint Hollywood, and F45 Hollywood.
Zen Room for employees to enjoy an ambiance of solitude, where they can refresh themselves with a massage, red light therapy, or just quiet time.
A mobile lactation pod and dedicated lactation rooms throughout the City.

All regular part-time will receive a (non-matching) City contribution to a Nationwide Deferred Compensation 457 Plan in the amount of $1,000.00 to be paid annually on or around the employee’s anniversary date of hire, if they are enrolled in the 457 Plan and contribute a minimum of $10.00 biweekly into the account.
All regular part-time employees have the option of joining the Sun Credit Union.
All regular part-time employees have the option of participating in payroll Direct Deposit.
All regular part-time employees are eligible to participate in the City’s Work/Life Assistance Program offering a wide range of services and support, including 10 free face-to-face or virtual visits with licensed counselors, 24/7 telephonic support, free 30-minute consultations with legal or financial advisers, online tools and webinars.

IMPORTANT NOTICE -This document ‘BENEFITS SUMMARY’ is intended only as a summary of some of the benefits employees may be entitled to as an employee of the City of Hollywood. This is NOT a legal document, does NOT represent any guarantees, and is subject to change at any time. Continued eligibility for part-time benefits is reviewed periodically in accordance with applicable City Administrative policies and bargaining unit contracts.

Closing Date/Time: 3/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$20.45 Hourly

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Recreation Leader (Part-Time, Year Round)