Recreation Specialist I - Rec-Plex
Salary
$17.51 - $28.02 Hourly
Location
North Collier Regional Park, Naples, FL
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Job Number
10099
Department
Public Services
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Pay Grade
241
Job Summary
Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.
NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.
The purpose of this classification is to provide assistance in the execution of Parks and Recreation programs in the following areas: gymnasium and fitness at North Collier Regional Park.
Essential Functions
Monitor conduct and activities of park visitors; responds to situations involving disruptive behavior, suspicious behavior, potential medical problems, or other problems; reports problems to appropriate personnel; initiates calls for police, fire, or emergency medical services as needed.
Coordinates the operation of the County's park facilities including the beach, gymnasium, swimming pool, fitness center, community centers, athletic fields, and/or other facilities; may perform customer service, office and/or cashier function; opens/closes park, booths, learning center, snack room, or other facilities; unlocks/locks doors and turns lights on/off; monitors facilities and amenities; records/calculates visitor counts and daily usage of facilities, explains facility procedures, rules, and regulations to visitors; reports problems to park ranger.
Reviews and schedules/reserves for the use of park facilities for individuals or organizations.
Ensure the cleanliness of offices and community center facilities; cleans, vacuums, and/or waxes floors; dusts fixtures and furniture; cleans counters; empties trash; freshens bathrooms; stocks supplies; maintains grounds; sweeps and blows debris; cleans windows.
Provides first aid assistance to patrons as needed.
If assigned to childcare:
Oversees the activities of the children under supervision at all times in the facility; supervises proper use, storage and care of equipment and supplies at the facility.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors environment to ensure safety of children, other employees, and other individuals; adheres to Department of Children and Families (DCF) policies and procedures for childcare at all times.
Reports major problems, concerns and accidents to supervisors and/or site director; prepares accident reports, discipline reports, attendance reports, DCF reports and evaluation reports to submit to supervisor and/or parents of the children; maintains a daily sign in/sign out record of all children at the facility.
Oversees afterschool and summer camp programs; creates an atmosphere of fun, cooperation, fairness and learning for the patrons of the afterschool and summer camp programs.
Prepares weekly schedule of events for the children of the after-school programs including but not limited to arts and crafts, basketball, football, volleyball and soccer; arrives on time or ahead of schedule to prepare for the daily activities such as setting up tables and chairs and/or picking up trash inside and outside of the facility; monitors children at school sites prior to bus arrival; provides fair and consistent discipline; monitors children to ensure safety; mentors children; communicates with parents; takes and records attendance; maintains sanitary conditions; organizes program supplies.
Adheres to rules, regulations and procedures on a daily basis including proper disciplinary procedures; proper use and storage of equipment; the application of first aid and CPR; attendance at any and all counselor meetings; proper and accurate use of timecards and reports and proper use of forms.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
May instruct fitness classes; monitors the use of equipment; provides personal training; assists patrons with exercises and stretching.
May coordinate operation of beach park facilities; monitors activities at park entrance; counts vehicles and pedestrians entering park; checks vehicles for valid beach parking permits and beach stickers; checks cars for pets.
May inspect equipment for safety; makes minor repairs to equipment.
May order and/or procure supplies for job tasks.
May prepare, copies, and distributes flyers, programs, calendars, or other information regarding park events/activities; posts informational signs/flyers for customer reference.
May prepare records and reports pertaining to use of park facilities.
Monitors inventory levels of forms, supplies, and materials; ensures availability of adequate supplies and materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new/replacement materials; receives and distributes incoming deliveries.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be sixteen (16) years of age.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Six (6) months of related experience preferred.
Fingerprinting required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Must possess and maintain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.
May be required to obtain instructor certifications for teaching fitness classes.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805.
Supplemental information
Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time
employees. For information, click here to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer when you join our team.
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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.
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Are you at least 16 years of age?
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
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Do you have at least six (6) months of experience in customer service?
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Do you have experience working in a recreation or community center setting?
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If yes, please describe your recreation or community center setting experience:
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Please list any additional certifications, trainings, or education you possess that is relevant to this position.
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Do you currently possess and maintain CPR, First Aid and AED certifications?
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Are you available to work various shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays?
Required Question
Employer Collier County
Address Human Resources Division
3303 East Tamiami Trail East
Naples, Florida, 34112
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/collier/default.cfm