Park Ranger

Salary: $18.50 - $23.00 Hourly Location : WA-KE Hatchee Recreation Facility, 16760 Bass Road, Ft. Myers, FL Job Type: Full-Time Regular Job Number: 07972KH Department: Parks and Recreation Opening Date: 06/22/2026 Closing Date: 6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt Description Join our team and help protect, preserve, and enhance our county's parks and natural spaces as a Park Ranger. Park Rangersplay a key part in educating visitors, supporting positive park experiences, and maintaining the natural and cultural resources that make our outdoor spaces exceptional. If you're passionate about the outdoors, enjoy engaging with the public, and thrive in an active, independent work environment, we encourage you to apply. Duties and Responsibilities What You'll Do Patrol parks, preserves, beaches, boat ramps, aquatic centers, athletic fields, and sports complexes using a vehicle, bicycle, ATV, boat, or on foot. Enforce county ordinances and park rules through education, warnings, and citations. Provide on-the-spot educational information to visitors about park use, wildlife, and natural areas. Communicate with visitors, volunteers, and park user groups about recreational opportunities and park resources. Report and/or address safety hazards during patrols. Refer serious incidents to law enforcement when necessary. Monitor park boundaries and assist with basic fence repairs when assigned. May supervise interns and volunteers in the field. Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times. Additional Information: This is a non-sworn, unarmed, uniformed position. Park Rangers are expected to use good judgment and remain calm while handling situations involving the public. Must be able to work independently and follow all county policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Education, Experience, Licensing What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience One (1) year of experience in one of the following or closely related: Public safety or closely related Park or facility patrol and rule enforcement Wildlife education or interpreting natural resources Reporting or correcting safety issues Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record Training Requirements (To Be Completed Within 6 Months of Hire): Lee County Code Enforcement Training Parking Enforcement Certification CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification Off-road vehicle/ATV operation training Florida Boater Safety Card (preferred, may be required depending on assignment) Safety-Sensitive Position This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382). Supplemental Information Work Schedule Four (4) 10-hour shifts per week (40 hours total) Must be flexible to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. You may be assigned to different locations across the county during your shift. Why Join Us? Help people enjoy parks, preserves, and beaches safely Work outdoors in a role that supports your community Build skills in customer service, safety, and resource protection Be part of a supportive team that values good judgment and professionalism About the Department The Lee County Parks & Recreation Department is committed to providing safe, fun, and engaging recreational opportunities for the community. From playgrounds and sports fields to special events, our team works to ensure residents have access to spaces that promote health, wellness, and community connection. About Lee County Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 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. 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 How many years of experience do you have in patrolling or rule enforcement? None Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3 or more years 02 Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? Yes No 03 The work days and hours may vary to include evenings, weekends and holidays. Are you able to work this schedule? Yes No 04 Do you possess or are you able to successfully complete ATV, Code Enforcement, and Parking Enforcement training within six months of employment? Yes, I have completed ATV, Code Enforcement, and Parking Enforcement training. No, I have not completed ATV, Code Enforcement, and Parking Enforcement training, but have the ability to complete them within six months of employment. No, I have not completed these trainings, and do not have the ability to obtain them within six months of employment. 05 Are you certified in CPR, A.E.D., and First Aid, or have the ability to obtain these certifications within six months of employment? Yes, I am certified in CPR, A.E.D., and First Aid. Yes, I am certified in CPR, with the ability to obtain A.E.D. and First Aid certifications within six months of employment. No, I am not certified in CPR, A.E.D., and First Aid, but will be able to obtain all of these certifications within 6 months of employment. No, I do not have these certifications, and do not have the ability to obtain them within six months of employment. Required Question