Neighborhood Services Ranger- Part Time

• Position:
  Neighborhood Services Beach Ranger
• Reports to:
  
  Compliance & Security Manager
• Emergency Classification:
  Essential
• FLSA Classification:
  Non-Exempt
• Pay Grade: 103

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is seeking a Neighborhood Services Beach Ranger to join our vibrant team! The ideal candidate will have a passion for our beach environment, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to building positive relationships between the town and its residents.

Town of FMB Benefit Package!

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance plans for you and your family with low deductibles and low annual maximums! The Town of FMB pays 100% of employee only coverage and 50% of dependent coverage.

The Neighborhood Services Beach Ranger is responsible for ensuring the safety, cleanliness, and efficient operation of municipal beach areas. This role involves patrolling designated areas, and serving as a resource for residents and visitors. The Neighborhood Services Beach Ranger is a full-time position (minimum of 40 hours per week) with an assigned schedule requiring one weekend day each week and nights as needed.

Examples Of Essential Duties

• Monitor beach areas to ensure compliance with local ordinances and safety regulations.
• Provide assistance to beach goers, including offering directions, answering questions, and addressing safety concerns.
• Address disputes or concerns among beach visitors, aiming to resolve issues amicably and de-escalate potential conflicts. Seek assistance from management and/or law enforcement when necessary.
• Manage traffic flow in and around beach access points during peak hours or special events.
• Assist with parking enforcement and ensure adherence to parking regulations.
• Identify and report hazards, maintenance needs, or safety concerns to the appropriate department.
• Provide first aid or emergency response as necessary until professional help arrives.
• Patrol assigned Town locations to ensure safety and compliance, while identifying and citing infractions of Town Code as directed.
• Assist in the rescue and relocation of wildlife as needed, following established protocols and coordinating with wildlife professionals.
• Educate the public on respecting local wildlife and their habitats.
• Assist in the setup, coordination, and takedown of Town-related events or meetings.
• Work occasional evenings to support events, traffic control or public meetings.
• Serve as a friendly and approachable point of contact for residents and visitors.
• Educate the public on beach regulations, environmental preservation, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and interactions.
• Submit reports on safety issues, maintenance needs, or other observations.
• Operate Town vehicles including all-terrain vehicles to assigned location safely and while following all state traffic laws.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Town, embodying its values and conveying a welcoming and community-oriented image to residents and visitors.
• Monitor the assigned area for potential safety hazards, unsafe behavior, missing signage or emergencies on the beach and report them promptly to relevant authorities.
• Issues parking summonses when appropriate to ensure compliance with parking ordinances.
• Monitor and address littering and trash disposal issues, encouraging proper disposal and recycling practices.
• Ensure all Town-owned or leased equipment and vehicles are always maintained properly and in a safe operating condition.
• Assist as directed in response to emergency situations that occur in Town as needed and in conjunction with law enforcement.
• Perform emergency response tasks and assignments as directed.
• Attend all assigned meetings and events.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.

Education, Certification, and

Experience:

• High school diploma/GED; and
• Five (5) years of community or customer service related experience.
• Experience in parking and or beach operations preferred.
• Must…