Community Development Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Community Development Technician

Reports to : Community Development Manager

Classification : Non-Exempt

Emergency Classification : Essential

Pay Grade : 104

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is hiring a Community Development Technician to support projects that improve neighborhoods, ensure responsible growth, and enhance quality of life for residents. This role is key to helping our town thrive by supporting planning, zoning, and permitting processes that keep our community safe, organized, and welcoming.

We're looking for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and proactive, with experience in community development or municipal services.

Why Join Us?

• 100% paid employee health insurance (50% for dependents)
• Paid life, disability, and gym membership reimbursement
• 26 PTO days + 14 holidays annually
• Paid parental leave & flexible scheduling
• Pension plan with immediate vesting

Apply today and help us keep Fort Myers Beach moving forward!

Position Summary :

The Community Development Technician provides administrative, technical, and customer service support across all divisions within the Community Development Department, including planning, zoning, permitting, building, and code compliance. This position assists the public, processes applications, coordinates with internal staff, and ensures that records and processes comply with applicable regulations and Town procedures. The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation : If assigned, employees in this classification will be required to report and carry out duties as directed for the duration of an emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

NOTE : The examples of essential duties are not all-inclusive. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualification

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Veteran's Preference :

The Town of Fort Myers Beach provides Veterans' Preference in employment for eligible veterans, spouses of veterans, and qualifying family members, in accordance with the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs guidelines.

How to Claim Veterans' Preference :

If you require assistance or have questions about this process, please contact Human Resources at (239) 896-4284 or hr@fmbgov.com.

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace

Employment at the Town of Fort Myers Beach is contingent upon your successful completion of the following :