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Posted: January 22, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Recreation Specialist / Parks & Recreation / South Cape Recreation Center #9123

City of Cape Coral

Parks and Recreation Department

Fresh

Location

Salary

$25.37 - $39.69

per hour

Closes

February 6, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves planning, running, and supervising recreational programs and events at a community center, such as youth activities, sports leagues, outdoor education, and special events to engage residents of all ages.

A good fit would be someone energetic and organized who enjoys working with people, has experience in community or sports programs, and is comfortable handling tasks like coaching, fee collection, and safety oversight.

It's ideal for those passionate about promoting fun, healthy activities in a vibrant Florida city setting.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Two years of experience in parks and recreation, outdoor/environmental recreation, athletics/sports, or related field
  • Valid driver's license (Florida license required within 30 days of hire)
  • Cash handling training within 10 days of hire if applicable
  • CPR, First Aid, HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens, and HIPAA certifications within 90 days of hire
  • Ability to plan, organize, and implement recreational programs and activities
  • Skills in instructing, coaching, supervising activities, and maintaining records/reports

Full Job Description

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SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes


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About Us

The City of Cape Coral is the seventh largest city in Florida, has over 1,500 full-time employees, provides various career path opportunities, and offers a robust training and development program for improving current talents, developing new skills, and building effective business relationships.

Perks and Benefits
  • Free city-paid employee health coverage, additional for spouse or family
  • City Employee Health & Wellness Center for healthcare services
  • 5 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
  • 11 paid holidays
  • City-paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional Vision and Dental Plans
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • And much more!
Key Responsibilities
  • Performs/assists in planning, organizing, scheduling, promoting and implementing assigned programs and activities, i.e., stage productions, large-scale special events, pre-school youth programs, special populations programs, skate park programs, leagues, tournaments, exhibitions, parties, boating, fishing, marine-based programming, outdoor/environmental education, tours and target population group trips.
  • Instructs, coaches, officiates, and/or supervises indoor and outdoor activities according to assigned program(s) guidelines and objectives.
  • Prepares various records and reports according to supervisor directives and/or state mandates, i.e., attendance, accident, incident, daily program logs, contracts, cash summary and requisitions, check requests, sales tax.
  • Collects, records and deposit fees or funds, maintaining appropriate accounting according to established departmental policy and procedure.
  • Maintains adherence to established budgetary guidelines for generating city revenues while simultaneously providing valuable services to community citizens.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Two (2) years of experience in parks and recreation, outdoor and environmental recreation, athletics/sports, or related field
Licenses or Certifications
  • Must possess or obtain cash handling training if applicable within ten (10) days of hire or promotion.
  • Must possess a valid state driver's license and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.
  • Training and certification in state-mandated education courses, CPR, First Aid, HIV and Blood borne Pathogens, and HIPAA depending on area of assignment within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.

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Recreation Specialist Job Description

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/22/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/23/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-capecoral-5209173