Resumes Accepted: May 8, 2026 through May 22, 2026

Salary: $54,570 – $118,000 (based on experience)

Hours: 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday, may include nights & weekends)

Role and Responsibilities:

The Youth Boxing Trainer will provide mentorship through boxing to the youth as a tool to connect law enforcement with the youth community. This position supports agency youth engagement initiatives by teaching boxing fundamentals, encouraging discipline, and helping build positive relationships between youth and law enforcement personnel. The Youth Boxing Trainer will lead engaging boxing sessions for youth participants, teaching boxing fundamentals, conditioning techniques, and safety practices while fostering positive behavior, discipline, and personal growth. This position is responsible for developing training plans, monitoring participant progress, and maintaining a supportive, structured environment that encourages youth participation and development. The role also includes maintaining program equipment, supporting outreach events and community engagement activities, and ensuring that all training areas operate safely and efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Must be 18 years old, or older
Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED
Must be a US Citizen or possess a current permanent resident card
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License or state issued ID card
Must possess a Social Security Card
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Must not have used illegal drugs in the last 12 months
Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces
Must be able to speak, write and understand the English language
Experience as a boxing trainer, coach, or competitive boxer
Experience working with youth in athletic, educational, or mentoring environments
Strong communication and instructional skills
Ability to maintain discipline and structure while fostering positive rapport
Ability to pass all required background checks

Preferred Skills:

USA Boxing or equivalent coaching certification
CPR/First Aid certification
Experience in youth outreach, mentoring, or community-based programming

Annual Compensation:

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits; As an employee you do not pay a premium for yourself or any covered dependents for these benefits. This is paid by the agency 100%.
Life Insurance
EAP access (counseling and support services)
3 weeks’ vacation, 2 weeks’ sick leave and 2 weeks’ personal leave time
Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with agency contributions annually
Access to free medical clinic for acute care needs with a primary care provider to include annual physicals, office visits, lab work, and many generic medications through the Employee Benefits Plan for you and your dependents.
Educational Program for approved majors
Uniforms provided

Application Processing Required:

All candidates must participate in the following tests to be eligible for employment:

Interview
Polygraph
Background Investigation
Medical exam and drug screen (after conditional job offer)

Resumes Accepted by:

Email – ApplyLCSO@sheriffleefl.org
In Person – LCSO Headquarters, 14750 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912 (Insert in the black Human Resources drop box outside the front of the building)
Mail to – Attn: Human Resources, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 14750 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We proudly recognize Veterans’ Preference and are committed to a drug-free workplace.

Service members, veterans and the spouse and family members of such, may be entitled to preference, priority and waivers for postsecondary educational requirements and are encouraged to apply.

Youth Boxing Trainer (Civilian)