Recreation Aide Brevard County United States, Florida, Melbourne Sep 15, 2026

Department:

Parks and Recreation Department Organizational Unit:

South Area Parks Operations Position Type:

Permanent Full Time/Part Time:

Part Time

CLOSE DATE

09/29/2026 $16.13 to $17.74 hourly.

Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Viera Regional Community Center. Part-time/up to 20 hours per week. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs entry-level paraprofessional work conducting games, special events, arts and crafts, and other group activities at a County recreation area.

REQUIREMENTS

Some experience, paid or volunteer, in leisure activities or working with children. Experience working with computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite and Vermont Systems Rec-Trac is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. The applicant will be disqualified from further consideration for the position if a Level I background criminal background investigation, performed in accordance with Brevard County Administrative Order 5 (AO-5), discloses the applicant has disqualifying convictions (AO-5). In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

The employee must be able to:

LIFT:

50 lbs. or more

CARRY:

30 lbs.

PUSH:

30 lbs.

PULL:

30 lbs. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:

STAND:

5

•8 hours

WALK:

5

•8 hours

SIT:

5

•8 hours

DRIVE:

5

•8 hours The employee must repetitively perform: Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver) The employee must be able to: Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop The employee must have: Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech Other necessary physical activities/traits n/a

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee: At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others Other working conditions: Must have the ability to climb up to 15ft on a ladder.