Field Inspector (Compliance/Maintenance Specialist II or III) - Land Development
About The Position
Sarasota County Government is seeking a Field Inspector (Compliance Maintenance Specialist II/III) to join our Planning and Development Services – Land Development team. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Land Development Engineer to inspect site development projects and ensure construction aligns with approved plans, County standards, and federal, state, and local regulations. You’ll also review, issue, and inspect Right-of-Way Use and Culvert permits, helping projects move forward while maintaining compliance and quality standards. We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of construction practices, plans, and specifications, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records and reports. In this role, you will inspect site development projects to ensure construction aligns with approved plans and County standards. Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, ordinances, and permitting requirements. Review, issue, and inspect Right-of-Way Use and Culvert permits. Serve as a key point of contact throughout construction, collaborating with engineers, contractors, property owners, and County teams. Investigate citizen concerns related to active construction projects and help resolve issues. Conduct field inspections, document project updates, and identify code violations or needed changes. Review construction plans, specifications, and materials to confirm they meet required standards. Maintain project records, support final inspections, and prepare clear written and verbal updates on project progress.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, or its equivalent, and 3+ years of experience in construction/maintenance, contract applicable construction trades, or in a field providing technical/supervisory services to construction/maintenance contractors.
- College or university-level training in an appropriate field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required construction/maintenance experience.
- Valid Florida Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
- High School Diploma, or its equivalent, and 4+ years of related experience (2 of which must be in related inspecting experience) for Compliance Maintenance Specialist III.
- College or university-level training in an appropriate field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required construction experience for Compliance Maintenance Specialist III.
- Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of 5 years.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of construction practices, standards, regulations, and industry procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and alternative building methods.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and project documentation.
- Comfortable using computer systems and field equipment, including levels and pipe locators, with knowledge of traffic control and code enforcement procedures.
- Surveyor experience is preferred and required for advancement to the Level III position (not required for Level II).
Responsibilities
- Inspect site development projects to ensure construction aligns with approved plans and County standards.
- Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, ordinances, and permitting requirements.
- Review, issue, and inspect Right-of-Way Use and Culvert permits.
- Serve as a key point of contact throughout construction, collaborating with engineers, contractors, property owners, and County teams.
- Investigate citizen concerns related to active construction projects and help resolve issues.
- Conduct field inspections, document project updates, and identify code violations or needed changes.
- Review construction plans, specifications, and materials to confirm they meet required standards.
- Maintain project records, support final inspections, and prepare clear written and verbal updates on project progress.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
- 11 paid holidays
- 3 personal days
- 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
