Recreation Worker - All Recreation Centers

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government role in Orlando seeks a Recreation Worker to assist in delivering services for various recreational programs. This part-time entry-level position requires a high school diploma or GED and some knowledge of educational or recreational services. Responsibilities include leading activities and ensuring facility cleanliness. Applicants must have a valid Florida driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Currently attending high school or possession of a GED required.
• Some knowledge or experience in recreation or educational services preferred.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Certification by the Florida Recreation and Park Association desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering services for recreational programs.
• Lead/supervise a variety of educational and athletic activities.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of the facility.
• Provide support to staff, youth, seniors, families and the public as needed.

Skills

Knowledge in organized educational and recreation services

Experience in senior enrichment programs

First Aid/CPR certification

Ability to supervise activities

Valid Florida driver’s license or state ID

Education

High school diploma or GED

First Aid/CPR certification preferred

Job description

Recreation Worker - All Recreation Centers

Applications will no longer be accepted starting 12-31-2025.

Job Summary: Assist the Center Manager in the delivery of services for Families Parks and Recreation senior enrichment, after-school or summer programs, to ensure that the educational, behavioral and financial objectives of the program and the needs of the staff, youth, seniors, families and public are met. An employee in this classification performs specialized work in the area of academic, enrichment and athletic programming under the direction of the FPR and or Recreation Center Manager. Work includes helping to clean the facility and park every day. Work is reviewed for results obtained through reports, observation, performance evaluations and conferences. Responsibilities include leading and/or supervising a variety of educational and athletic activities, while ensuring the safety of an FPR/Recreation enrichment, after-school and/or summer program and facility. Work is sometimes performed outdoors.

Work Locations

• Athletics
• Beardall Senior Center
• L. Claudia Allen Senior Center
• Langford Neighborhood Center
• Dr. J.B. Callahan Neighborhood Center
• Colonialtown Neighborhood Center
• Dr. James R. Smith Center
• Dover Shores Community Center
• Downtown Recreation Complex
• Englewood Neighborhood Center & Pool
• Dr. L. Sylvester Hankins Park Recreation & Pool
• Ivey Lane Recreation Site
• John H. Jackson Community Center & Pool
• Reeves Terrace Recreation Site
• College Park Center
• Wadeview Community Center & Pool
• Rosemont Center
• Northwest Community Center & Pool
• Citrus Square Recreation Site
• Rocklake Community Center
• Orlando Skate Park
• Lake Lorna Doone
• Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center
• Orlando Tennis Center

Qualifications: Currently attending high school, graduation from a high school or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma and some knowledge or experience in an organized educational, recreation or leisure services field working in various activities such as senior enrichment, educational programs, youth sports, aquatics, cultural and therapeutic arts, health and fitness, community centers, etc preferred; or an equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants must possess a valid Florida driver’s license or state ID. First Aid/CPR certification preferred. Certification by the Florida Recreation and Park Association desired, but not required.

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION WITH NO GUARANTEE OF A CERTAIN NUMBER OF HOURS AND NO BENEFITS. THIS POSITION INVOLVES WORKING ON A TEMP/SEASONAL CONTRACT WHICH CAN BE RENEWED ANNUALLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND BUSINESS NEED.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 407.246.2062.

Education equivalency for degree required:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Government Administration