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Traffic Control Specialist
Salary
$20.48 Hourly
Location
Southwest Florida International Airport, 11000 Terminal Access Rd, Ste 8671, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
00812
Department
Airport Police
Opening Date
09/02/2026
Closing Date
9/16/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
About Us
The Position
The Lee County Port Authority Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the employees and passengers at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY).
As Southwest Florida International Airport undergoes major improvements and rapid growth, the Lee County Port Authority Police Department stands ready to meet the increased demand for security and law enforcement services with our experienced team and dedication to excellence. With many employees staying for 10 to 20 years or more, the Port Authority offers a stable and rewarding career path in a dynamic and growing environment.
At the Lee County Port Authority Police Department, we foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement. We are dedicated to providing our employees with opportunities for growth, training and development, as well as ensuring they are equipped to meet the evolving challenges of airport security and law enforcement.
What Does the Airport Police Department Have to Offer?
The Lee County Port Authority Airport Police Department is seeking a dedicated Traffic Control Specialist to maintain the safety and flow of traffic at the Southwest Florida International Airport.
The anticipated starting hourly rate for the ideal candidate is $20.48.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities: Lee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time. Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities.
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Overview of Benefits
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
The Port Authority participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Employees have the option of choosing between two retirement plans:
1) FRS Pension Plan - traditional retirement plan that offers a guaranteed monthly benefit upon vesting requirements
2) FRS Investment Plan - benefit is based on contributions made to the account and on investment performance. Both plans require eligible employees to contribute 3% per paycheck, while the employer contributes 13.59% for regular class or 37.74% for Special Risk, and 32.60% for Senior Management Service Class (SMSC).
Medical Insurance
The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their legally married spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire.
Dental Insurance
The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children.
Vision Insurance
The Port Authority offers two (2) affordable plans options to select: Low and High Plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children.
Employee Assistance Program
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality.
Flexible Spending Account(s)
There are two (2) types of FSA reimbursement accounts that allows contributions to be deducted from each paycheck before taxes to cover expense with pre-tax dollars. This lowers your taxable income. 1) Medical Expense Reimbursement - covers out-of-pocket expenses for medical, dental and/or vision expenses; 2) Dependent Care Reimbursement - covers daycare costs for dependent children under the age of 13 or elderly adult daycare.
Life /AD & D Insurance
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die.
Additional Life Insurance
The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren).
Short Term Disability
The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid to 60% of salary up to nine (9) weeks.
Long Term Disability
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employees salary after being disabled for 60 consecutive days.
Direct Deposit
The employees payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice.
Other Programs
457 Deferred compensation programs
Education reimbursement
On-site gym - RSW
Paid Time Off & Holidays
The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 personal day
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This job includes shift work. Are you willing to work rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends, and holidays?
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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED as of today's date?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony offense?
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Do you currently reside in the state of Florida?
Required Question
Employer Lee County Port Authority
Address Southwest Florida International Airport
11000 Terminal Access Road, Suite 8671
Fort Myers, Florida, 33913
Phone 239-590-4531