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.

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For more information about this position and our competitive pay, benefits package and pension plan, refer to this job posting or our City website athttps : / / www.

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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.

• 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 Requirements

Required :

High School Diploma or GED equivalent (transcript must be provided).

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 (class may be provided by the department once employment begins)
• 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

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE RECREATION AIDE II POSITION.

1) The Summer Camp Program under the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department with the City of Hollywood is anticipated to begin Tuesday, May 28, 2024 throughSunday, August 11, 2024.

Please consider your availabilityduring these dates when submitting an on-line application for this Recreation Aide II position.

2) The work schedule for this position will involve working 40 hours per week for approximately 9 weeks. Hours may vary between 7 : 00 AM - 6 : 00 PM.

Please consider your availability during these hours when submitting an on-line application for this Recreation Aide II position.

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 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 yearprior 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).

Last updated : 2024-04-23