Recreation Program Leader II - Immokalee - Collier County, FL

Description

Salary: $ $35.49 Hourly
Location : Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, FL
Job Type: Full Time, Regular
Job Number: 09877
Department: Public Services Department
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 2/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
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 perform skilled/professional work to implement a program of aquatics activities at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park. Employees in this classification plan and organize recreational activities; supervise activities and participants; recruit and register participants; assure safety of activities; teach rules and skill of the activities; and oversee work of subordinates and volunteers.
Essential Functions

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals; develops key result areas for performance appraisals. Recruits, selects, trains and evaluates subordinates including full-time, part-time, seasonal staff, and volunteers required for assigned responsibilities. Ensures adherence to county and park and recreation policies and procedures.

• Provides customer service and seeks ways to improve customer experience. Communicates in a positive and respectful manner. Provides accurate and timely information. Educates customer. Adheres to all division and agency communication practices. Participates in public outreach through meetings, focus groups, surveys, and research. Analyzes data to determine recreational needs and initiates strategies and programs to meet identified needs. Monitors and implements appropriate local, state, and national recreation trends and uses data to improve customer experience. Completes procurement tasks associated with area of responsibility including scope development, quotes purchase requisition requests, invoices, and inventory of supplies as needed.

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, reports, and evaluates operations, staff, and programs.

• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and mandates. Enforces all county policies, practices, procedures, and job safety analysis (JSA). Follows recreation manuals and standard operating procedures. Provides training and monitors compliance. Maintains training, certification, and licensing records. Enforces all county safety policies and procedures. Monitors facility, staff, and program participants to ensure safety. Seeks to institute program and facility process improvements to enhance safety. Ensures that all accidents and incidents are appropriately documented. Supervises the issuance, use, care and maintenance of supplies and equipment.

• Schedules the use of facilities to ensure the most efficient and effective use of resources. Opens and closes facilities as required; reports any maintenance problems that exist in facilities or on Park grounds; maintains responsibility for the general condition of the center or facility as it relates to areas of responsibility.

• Prepares and submits necessary records, logs and reports for equipment and supplies as well as program and staff evaluations. Maintains equipment inventory and processes acquisitions and dispositions according to Division and Agency standards. Organizes supplies and equipment. Assists in the marketing of programs by preparing guides, press releases and other promotional materials for review. Develops marketing plan for programs and services. Inputs programs and services into recreation software for division-wide recreation guide. Seeks sponsorships and donations for programs and services through approved processes. Prepares periodic reports and special reports on planning and development, program/special event summaries, and performs other duties which may be required.

• Participates in short- and long-range planning by offering inputs for the introduction of new or the modification of existing programs. Participates in division-wide committees and work groups. Develops, implements, and communicates work unit schedule in advance. Schedules employee leaves to ensure full program and facility coverage. Maintains and reviews payroll for employees monitoring accuracy and compliance prior to submission to supervisor. Collects and oversees the collection of program fees; accepts registrations, bookings, memberships, and sales using the point-of-sale software system.

• Attends professional conferences, seminars, workshops, and classes to remain current on trends and innovations in the field of parks and recreation. Completes all assigned online training.

• Operates a personal computer, laptop, and iPad using a variety of software including
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and facility as necessary.

• Ensures cleanliness of equipment, facility, and work area.

• Provides front desk support, provides information by phone, email, and in person; operates POS system; provides customer service; and provides clerical assistance.

• Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Two (2) years of experience in recreational programming.

• Fingerprinting required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Must possess and maintain certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid.

• Licenses/certificates may be required based on area of assignment.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805 based on area of assignment.
If assigned to one of these areas:

• Recreation - May be required to complete childcare courses and obtain other relevant Recreation-related certifications. Current Certified Parks and Recreation Professional credential or Certified Parks and Recreation Executive credential preferred.

• Aquatics - Must possess and maintain Red Cross Lifeguard certification or comparable certification from another organization, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or a comparable certification from another organization and Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator credential.
Supplemental information

• Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County's Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.
• This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

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.

• I understand and agree with the statements above.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess two years of experience in recreational programming?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have previous experience working in an aquatic facility or other recreational facility?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please briefly describe your experience.
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Do you currently possess and maintain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently certified in Red Cross or other Lifeguard equivalent training program?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess and maintain certifications in any of the following areas? Please select all that apply:

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer
• Open Water Lifeguarding
• Water Safety Instructor
• Certified Pool Operator
• Other

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If you selected "other" please describe.
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Do you possess and maintain any additional certifications or training that are applicable to this position? if so, please list all applicable certifications.
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Do you possess and maintain a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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Are you available to work various shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays?

• Yes
• No