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Program Specialist

Salary

$17.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Location

Ft. Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07805KH

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

01/13/2026

Closing Date

1/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Lee County Parks & Recreation is looking for a Program Specialist who loves creating fun, engaging programs for the community. In this hands-on role, you’ll organize activities for kids, teens, and adults, plan special events, and help make every visit to our Recreation and Community Centers enjoyable and memorable. You’ll work closely with staff, volunteers, and instructors, and you’ll see the impact of your work every day.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

+ Plan, organize, and lead recreational programs and events for all ages, including camps, classes, and community events.

+ Hire, train, and supervise summer staff, volunteers, and contracted instructors.

+ Manage program registrations, room rentals, and event logistics using our online tracking system (Rec Trac).

+ Prepare invoices and track payments for programs, room rentals, and special events.

+ Create marketing materials like brochures, flyers, and social media posts to promote programs and events.

+ Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the centers, including opening and closing procedures, cleaning, and ordering supplies.

+ Organize and run special events, including fun days, spring break camps, and summer camps.

+ Maintain a safe environment for participants by completing CPR and First Aid training within six months of hire.

+ Perform other duties as needed to support Recreation Department operations.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We’re Looking For:

+ High school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience).

+ Six months of experience in recreation, facility management, or a closely related field, such as:

+ Youth or adult programs (camps, after-school programs, fitness, arts, or enrichment classes)

+ Education or childcare (teacher, teacher’s aide, daycare staff)

+ Facility or event management (community centers, libraries, YMCA, nonprofits, special events)

+ Administrative or customer service roles with scheduling, registration, or program coordination

+ Volunteer or community service coordination (scout leader, youth mentoring, nonprofit programs)

+ Sports, fitness, or outdoor recreation instruction (coaching, refereeing, lifeguard, personal training)

+ Marketing or communications roles supporting programs or events (social media, flyers, outreach)

+ Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

+ CPR and First Aid certification required within six months of hire.

+ Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

+ Ability to work independently, supervise staff and volunteers, and create safe, engaging programs for participants of all ages.

Supplemental Information

Why Join Us?

This is a hands-on, people-focused role where no two days are the same. You’ll make a real difference in your community by helping people of all ages stay active, engaged, and connected. You’ll gain experience in program management, event planning, and team leadership—all while having fun!

About Lee County Parks & Recreation:

Our Parks & Recreation Department provides residents with high-quality programs, facilities, and events that promote health, wellness, and community connection. From camps and classes to community events, we create experiences that bring people together and enrich lives.

About Lee County:

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 700,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government (https://www.leegov.com/) .

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 www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

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

Are you able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within six months of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you able to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed for events or camps?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Which tasks have you performed in previous roles? (Check all that apply) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

+ Planning or organizing recreational programs or events

+ Supervising staff, volunteers, or instructors

+ Handling registrations, invoices, or program finances

+ Creating marketing materials (flyers, brochures, social media posts)

+ Coordinating camps, classes, or special events

+ Performing light facility maintenance or setup for programs/events

05

Which certifications or training do you currently hold? (Check all that apply) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

+ CPR

+ First Aid

+ Lifeguard certification

+ Childcare or youth program certification

+ None of the above

Required Question

Employer

Lee County Government

Address

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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