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Recreation Aide

City of Parkland
Parkland, FL Part Time
POSTED ON 10/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026
There are lots of reasons to join the City of Parkland’s dynamic team of public servants! Besides competitive pay, we offer great benefits, learning opportunities, professional development, and a team that truly cares about each other. That’s why we were named one of Sun-Sentinel's 2022 Top Workplaces based on what our own employees had to say about their experience working for the City of Parkland! 

What you'll learn:

As a Recreation Aide, you’ll have the opportunity to work with diverse groups in our beautiful Parks. The Recreation Aide is an excellent position to begin your career in Parks & Recreation, providing opportunity for growth and development. You’ll participate in important training including CPR/First Aid Training all while learning:

  • Communication and customer service skills
  • Collaboration
  • Park operations
  • Networking
  • Community relations
  • Cash handling, ledgers, and deposits
  • Recreational program development and planning
  • Contract management
  • Safety and emergency management
  • Recreational software

What you'll do:

This position performs intermediate paraprofessional work planning and supervising the activities at a recreation center. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision is exercised over part time employees at the assigned recreation center.
  • Monitors participants utilizing the recreation center facilities.
  • Enforces policies and maintains order.
  • Inspects center equipment for proper condition and possible safety hazards, reporting all concerns to the Parks & Recreation Manager.
  • Develops schedules for the center and posts information regarding center activities.
  • Makes schedule amendments for facility usage as needed to avoid conflicts.
  • Answer phones.
  • Responds to center emails.
  • Collects payments, closes and balances cash drawer at the end of the shift.
  • Enters information into RecTrac.
  • Assists with all special events.
  • Performs light maintenance duties.
  • Demonstrates impeccable customer service.
  • Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Six (6) months of related work experience.
  • Must have a valid CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or the ability to obtain these certifications within six (6) months.
  • Must have Level II background clearance or the ability to obtain clearance upon employment offer.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation and group activities.
  • Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette and procedures.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Skill in the use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
  • Skill in using computers for data entry.
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to complete work assignment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to plan and implement classes, various activities, and special events.
  • Ability to maintain complex records and prepare technical reports.
  • Ability to work a digital camera.
  • Ability to maintain discipline and encourage compliance with safety rules and regulations.
  • Ability to track event key performance areas and identify items to work on for future events.
  • Ability to manage event set up, break down and follow-ups.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to work with internal and external teams as well as event sponsors.
  • Work environment is typically performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.
  • The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
  • Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pushing, reaching, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION: This position is deemed a safety sensitive position in accordance with Florida State Statute Chapter 112.0455 Drug Free Workplace Act and is subject to pre-employment drug screening. Applicant will need to pass a level II background screening from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) clearinghouse before their date of hire. For further questions please visit the Clearinghouse website https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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