Salary: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 Annually
Location : Longwood, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Community Development
Division: Building
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
FLSA: Exempt

Description
This position is eligible for our $1000 Sign On Bonus Program!
The Community Development Department is looking to fill its Building Official position and is seeking applicants who are looking for the opportunity to lead a responsive and customer service-oriented Building Division operation that challenges people's perceptions about working with their local government.

The City of Longwood is located in Seminole County, Florida and has a population of approximately 17,000 people over approximately 6 square miles. On average, the Building Division processes approximately 1,900 permits and completes over 5,000 inspections annually with a staff including an Inspector/Plans Examiner, a Building Inspector, two Permit Clerks, and administrative support from a Senior Administrative Assistant.

We all know that many of our customers expect difficulty in dealing with their local government. Our mission has been to change that perception by being responsive, providing guidance before the first permit is even submitted for a project, and working to "get to yes" on difficult issues without compromising on safety and the codes and regulations that govern building construction.

We are looking for a Building Official to help us maintain our positive relationship with our residents and development community and to be a key part of our Economic Development strategy while working with the other members of our experienced and cohesive Planning and Economic Development functions as well as our Engineering team in Public Works.

View the Building Official Job Description !

Supplemental Information
*This posting is open until filled*

Health Insurance - The City offers three health plan options through United Healthcare.

United Healthcare Plan 22 - $0 cost for employee coverage!

United Healthcare Plan 21-H.S.A Plan - $0 cost for employee coverage!

United Healthcare Plan 20
Health Savings Account (HSA)-The City offers employees the option of aHealth Savings Account (HSA), which is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to eligible employees who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan. Employees may use their HSA on qualified medical expenses.

Flexible Spending - The City offers two Flexible Spending plans; a Health Care Flex Spending and a Dependent Care Flex Spending.

Dental Insurance - The City offers two dental options through Guardian. One option is a DHMO option which requires you to designate an in-network provider. The other option is a PPO options which give you the freedom to use in- and-out of network providers. You can access the dental provider's network and find a dentist near you at

Vision Insurance - The City offers a voluntary vision plan through United Healthcare Vision.

Employer Paid Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance - The City of Longwood provides you with $50,000 of life and AD&D insurance. Teamsters and IAFF positions may have additional life insurance provided.

Optional: Employee Group Life and AD&D Insurance - You are also able to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance through the City. As a new hire, the guaranteed issue amount for employees to enroll is up to $100,000, up to $25,000 for your spouse and up to $10,000 for your child(ren). Employees are eligible for up to 5x your earnings to a maximum of $500,000. Your spouse is eligible for 50% of your coverage amount. Coverage over the guaranteed issue requires an Evidence of Insurability form.

Employer Paid Long Term Disability - At no cost to you, as a new hire, you are automatically enrolled in this benefit.

Aflac Voluntary Benefits - Through Aflac you will be able to enroll in Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer or Critical Illness coverage, more information on how these plans work are available through

Nationwide Pet Insurance - Nationwide pet insurance helps you cover veterinary expenses so you can provide your pets with the best care possible-without worrying about the cost.
PENSION

The City provides a Defined Contribution Program through Florida League of Cities; all regular full-time employees are automatically enrolled in this benefit. The City makes a 10% contribution to general employees' pension plan.

The City contributes to the Teamsters (Police), and IAFF employees' pension plan and employees contribute 1% of their salary.

Deferred Retirement - Full-Time regular employees have the option of joining a 457 Deferred Retirement Plan in addition to the Employees' Pension Plan.

Employee Assistance - The City recognizes that personal problems and family member problems can affect work performance and quality of life in general. In an effort to provide support and assistance to employees and dependents, the City is providing this confidential program without cost to employees. Professional consultations cover financial matters, family communications, stress, alcohol/drug problems, emotional/psychological distress and legal problems.

Vacation Leave - The City provides annual paid vacation time off work to eligible full-time employees to allow for rest, recreation and personal activities. Vacation entitlement is based upon service credit.

Sick Leave - Regular full-time employees accrue (8) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn firefighters accrue (12) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn police officers accrue (8.4) hours (equivalent to the number of hours in a scheduled work shift).

HOLIDAYS

Thanksgiving Day

The day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

New Year's Eve

New Year's Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day
Labor Day

Employee Birthday**

Floating Holiday**
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Do you possess an active Building Code Administrator license in good standing through the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No
• Equivalent in another U.S. state
• I have applied for my Florida Building Code Administrator license

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