Lee County, FL
Salary:
$17.00 - $21.20 Hourly Location :
North Fort Myers Recreation Center 2000 N. Recreation Park Way N. Fort Myers, FL Job Type:
Full-Time Regular Job Number:
07633KH Department:
Parks and Recreation Opening Date:
08/28/2025 Closing Date:
9/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Description We are hiring a Program Specialist to join our team at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center! This job is great for someone who is friendly, organized, and enjoys helping people. You will work with a fun and supportive team that cares about the community and works hard to make Lee County a great place to live.
Duties and Responsibilities As a Program Specialist, you will help run programs and events for kids, adults, and families. Your work will include both office tasks and fun recreation activities. You'll help plan, organize, and lead classes, special events, and day-to-day programs. Some of your duties include: Helping customers at the front desk Taking payments and processing invoices Scheduling room rentals and events Creating newsletters and flyers Keeping records and files organized Using RecTrac (recreation software) for registrations and reports Supporting summer camps and fun day events Supervising volunteers and contracted instructors Promoting programs at community events Cleaning and maintaining the facility (vacuuming, mopping, restrooms, etc.) Opening and closing the recreation center Education, Experience, Licensing Required:
High school diploma or GED (or similar experience) 6 months of experience working with school-age children Valid driver's license and clean driving record First Aid and CPR certification (or willing to get it within 6 months) Preferred:
1 year of Parks and Recreation experience 1 year of office experience (customer service, filing, making reports, etc.) Bilingual in Spanish Experience with RecTrac, Canva, and Microsoft Office Supplemental Information What We're Looking For:
We want someone who:
Provides excellent customer service Is honest, respectful, and professional Works well with others and can stay calm under pressure Can multitask and stay organized Is comfortable using a computer and software like Microsoft Word, Excel, and RecTrac Is willing to do both office and physical work (inside and outside) Can work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed Extra Skills That Will Help You Succeed:
Able to handle many tasks quickly and accurately Comfortable talking to people and solving problems Good with money and basic math (handling payments, making deposits, giving refunds) Can use phones, radios, and computers at the same time Can stay calm and polite, even when it's busy or stressful
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: Health Benefits: Medical Insurance Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) Short-Term Disability Sick Leave Pool Flu vaccinations Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Financial Savings/Management Programs Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union Employee Leave Benefits Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Sick Leave Paid Vacation Leave Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave Family and Medical Leave Military Family & Medical Leave Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
Yes No
02
Do you have CPR and First Aid training, or the ability to obtain the training within six months of hire date?
Yes, I have CPR and First Aid training. No, I do not have CPR and First Aid training, but have the ability to obtain the training within 6 months of hire date. No, I do not have CPR and First Aid training, nor the ability to obtain the training within 6 months of hire date.
03
Work days and hours may vary but will include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Are you able to work this schedule?
Yes No
04
This job requires you to perform janitorial duties on a daily basis. These duties include, but are not limited to; sweeping, mopping, washing windows, cleaning public restrooms and taking out the trash. Are you willing and able to perform these duties?
Yes No
05
Which of the following have you used in a professional setting? (Check all that apply)(Be sure to include this experience in your work history)
RecTrac Microsoft Excel Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word None of the above
Required Question
$17.00 - $21.20 Hourly Location :
North Fort Myers Recreation Center 2000 N. Recreation Park Way N. Fort Myers, FL Job Type:
Full-Time Regular Job Number:
07633KH Department:
Parks and Recreation Opening Date:
08/28/2025 Closing Date:
9/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Description We are hiring a Program Specialist to join our team at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center! This job is great for someone who is friendly, organized, and enjoys helping people. You will work with a fun and supportive team that cares about the community and works hard to make Lee County a great place to live.
Duties and Responsibilities As a Program Specialist, you will help run programs and events for kids, adults, and families. Your work will include both office tasks and fun recreation activities. You'll help plan, organize, and lead classes, special events, and day-to-day programs. Some of your duties include: Helping customers at the front desk Taking payments and processing invoices Scheduling room rentals and events Creating newsletters and flyers Keeping records and files organized Using RecTrac (recreation software) for registrations and reports Supporting summer camps and fun day events Supervising volunteers and contracted instructors Promoting programs at community events Cleaning and maintaining the facility (vacuuming, mopping, restrooms, etc.) Opening and closing the recreation center Education, Experience, Licensing Required:
High school diploma or GED (or similar experience) 6 months of experience working with school-age children Valid driver's license and clean driving record First Aid and CPR certification (or willing to get it within 6 months) Preferred:
1 year of Parks and Recreation experience 1 year of office experience (customer service, filing, making reports, etc.) Bilingual in Spanish Experience with RecTrac, Canva, and Microsoft Office Supplemental Information What We're Looking For:
We want someone who:
Provides excellent customer service Is honest, respectful, and professional Works well with others and can stay calm under pressure Can multitask and stay organized Is comfortable using a computer and software like Microsoft Word, Excel, and RecTrac Is willing to do both office and physical work (inside and outside) Can work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed Extra Skills That Will Help You Succeed:
Able to handle many tasks quickly and accurately Comfortable talking to people and solving problems Good with money and basic math (handling payments, making deposits, giving refunds) Can use phones, radios, and computers at the same time Can stay calm and polite, even when it's busy or stressful
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: Health Benefits: Medical Insurance Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) Short-Term Disability Sick Leave Pool Flu vaccinations Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Financial Savings/Management Programs Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union Employee Leave Benefits Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Sick Leave Paid Vacation Leave Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave Family and Medical Leave Military Family & Medical Leave Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
Yes No
02
Do you have CPR and First Aid training, or the ability to obtain the training within six months of hire date?
Yes, I have CPR and First Aid training. No, I do not have CPR and First Aid training, but have the ability to obtain the training within 6 months of hire date. No, I do not have CPR and First Aid training, nor the ability to obtain the training within 6 months of hire date.
03
Work days and hours may vary but will include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Are you able to work this schedule?
Yes No
04
This job requires you to perform janitorial duties on a daily basis. These duties include, but are not limited to; sweeping, mopping, washing windows, cleaning public restrooms and taking out the trash. Are you willing and able to perform these duties?
Yes No
05
Which of the following have you used in a professional setting? (Check all that apply)(Be sure to include this experience in your work history)
RecTrac Microsoft Excel Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word None of the above
Required Question