Code Enforcement Specialist — Protect & Improve Communities

Lee County Government; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays and generous vacation

Job summary

Lee County Government seeks a Code Enforcement Specialist to protect property values and ensure compliance with regulations in Lee County, Florida. The role involves outdoor work, investigations, and coordination with residents, businesses, and county departments.

You will enforce regulations, issue notices, and testify in hearings, contributing to safe, well-maintained communities. Strong communication and public service orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in code enforcement, zoning, building construction, or related field with strong public contact.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints related to zoning, property maintenance, overgrown lots, nuisance accumulation, and unpermitted work.
• Enforce County Land Development Regulations, ordinances, building codes, state laws, and other regulations.
• Meet with residents, property owners, contractors, and businesses to explain violations and guide them toward compliance.
• Prepare and issue warnings, notices of violation, and citations.
• Testify before the Hearing Examiner, County Court, or other legal proceedings when required.
• Attend community meetings to educate and build positive relationships with the public.
• Research property information, including ownership, zoning, legal descriptions, permits, and deeds.
• Document all cases using photos, written reports, computers, and field equipment.
• Follow up on open cases and work with others to resolve violations within required timelines.
• Serve as a liaison between county departments, law enforcement, contractors, and residents.
• Assist with updates to ordinances based on trends or issues seen in the field.
• Work occasional after-hours, weekend, or holiday shifts as needed.

Skills

Public communication

Customer service

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lee County Government seeks a Code Enforcement Specialist to protect property values and ensure compliance with regulations in Lee County, Florida. The role involves outdoor work, investigations, and coordination with residents, businesses, and county departments.

You will enforce regulations, issue notices, and testify in hearings, contributing to safe, well-maintained communities. Strong communication and public service orientation are essential.