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Nassau County, FL

FIRE INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR I

Yulee, FL · On-site

$28.28 - $46.35/hr

NASSAU COUNTY, FL Job Type: FULL-TIME Job Number: 202600115 Department: FIRE RESCUE Opening Date ... Conducts inspections for Occupational licensing/licensing removal and for Certificates of Occupancy.

Okaloosa County, FL

Project Inspector II

Crestview, FL · On-site

$23.94 - $26.33/hr

Public Works Opening Date: 08/27/2026 Closing Date: 9/9/2026 11:59 PM Central GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Serves as the lead Project Inspector for county engineering projects. EXAMPLES OF WORK • ...

DJ&A

CEI Inspector

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

CEI Inspector with Creative Engineering, Strategic Partner with DJ&A Location ... St. Lucie County and Indian River County, FL Company: Creative Engineering Group LLC . About ...

City of Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fire Inspector I

FL · On-site

$66K - $102K/yr

Appears before the City Code Enforcement Board, Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals, and in ... Fire Inspector I Candidates : Possess and maintain the State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I ...

RK&K

Senior Inspector

Tampa, FL · On-site

RK&K's Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) and Construction Management Division is hiring Senior Construction Inspectors in the (Tampa/Hillsborough County area). As a Senior Construction ...

Rummel Klepper and Kahl

Senior Inspector

Lakeland, FL · On-site

RK&K's Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) and Construction Management Division is hiring Senior Construction Inspectors in the (Lakeland/Polk County area). As a Senior Construction Inspector ...

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How much do county inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for county inspector in Florida is $41,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28,800.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a county inspector do?

A County Inspector is responsible for ensuring that local laws, regulations, and codes are properly followed within their county. Their duties often include inspecting buildings, construction sites, or properties to verify compliance with safety, zoning, health, and environmental standards. County Inspectors may issue citations or work with property owners to resolve violations. They play a key role in keeping the community safe and up to code. The specific duties can vary depending on the county and the inspector's area of specialization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a county inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a County Inspector, you need a thorough understanding of building codes, regulations, and inspection procedures, often backed by relevant certifications or a background in construction or engineering. Familiarity with inspection software, reporting systems, and sometimes GIS tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, integrity, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interacting with property owners and ensuring compliance. These skills are important to maintain public safety, uphold legal standards, and ensure the quality and safety of county infrastructure.

What are some common challenges county inspectors face when conducting site inspections?

County Inspectors often encounter challenges such as balancing thoroughness with efficiency during site visits, managing communication with property owners or contractors, and staying up-to-date with evolving codes and regulations. They may also need to navigate conflicts when violations are identified, requiring strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Adapting to varying work environments, such as construction sites or remote locations, is another common aspect of the role.

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Infographic showing various County Inspector job openings in Florida as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,055 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Fire & Life Safety Inspector

Arcadia, FL • On-site

DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners
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$23.91 - $37.06/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Salary: $23.91 - $37.06 Hourly
Location : DeSoto County, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500055
Department: Public Safety
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Description
This is a 40-hour work week position, which has the primary responsibility of administrative and field work in the inspection of buildings and hazards to meet State and Local Fire and Safety Laws, Codes, and Ordinances. Reports directly to the Fire Chief.
Essential Job Functions
  1. Inspects or causes to be inspected existing occupancies to ensure compliance with Fire and Safety Codes, observes any violations of the fire and safety codes, or with respect to storage and use of hazardous materials.
  2. Informs owners of inspection findings and issues notices for corrections when necessary, confers with owner or contractors regarding changes needed to bring the permitted project or existing occupancies deficiencies into compliance.
  3. Schedules and ensures annual inspections are completed, prepares detailed discrepancy re-ports, maintains records of inspections and building conditions, follow-up inspections and actions taken in regards to complaints.
  4. Receives inspection request from citizens and Local/State agencies, assures these inspections are completed in a timely manner.
  5. Reviews plans for new construction and existing buildings for compliance of State and Local laws or ordinances.
  6. Schedules and oversees annual inspection of existing occupancies.
  7. Assist State and Local agencies when needed with investigation of suspicious fires.
  8. Assists an emergency situation as needed, within scope of licensure as deemed necessary per the Officer in Charge.
  9. Responsible for the maintaining and reporting of Hazards Analysis and/or 302 Facilities to the Department of Community Affairs. Ensures all records are accurate and up to date as required.
  10. Responsible for the maintaining and reporting of Small Quantity Generators of Hazards to the Department of Environmental Protection. Ensures all records are accurate and up to date as required.
  11. Shall be responsible for departmental records, activity reports and coordination of shift inspections that apply and billing as necessary.
  12. Supervises fire safety inspections and activities assigned to other personnel.
  13. Assists Building Officials on specified case-by-case issues, with the ability to prepare and present violations to Code Enforcement and present cases to the special master when necessary.

(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.)
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of fire safety laws, ordinances, rules and regulations relative to fire prevention.
  • Knowledge of modern firefighting, fire prevention techniques and of typical sources of fire hazards in building and equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, blueprints, and recognize existing and potential deviations of the Fire Safety Codes.
  • Ability to recognize existing and potential Fire and Casualty Hazards in a wide variety of structures and installations.
  • Ability to express ideas through clear and concise written reports.
  • Ability to enforce Fire and Life Safety Codes firmly, tactfully and impartially.
  • Ability to discuss problems concerning inspections and/or corrections of hazards without losing composure.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
-3-years Fire Inspection experience and plan review (Preferred).
(A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications required.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:
-Must possess State Fire Inspector Certification
-Must possess Valid Florida Driver's License
THIS IS A DISASTER ESSENTIAL POSITION.
DeSoto County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County to administer its employment practices without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or disability. The County complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws mandating equal employment opportunity practices and prohibiting impermissible discrimination. The County will not tolerate any discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or disability. Preference shall be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans as provided by Chapter 295, Laws of Florida
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance such as hospital, accident, cancer, short-term and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 32 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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