Development Order Reviewer Salary $31.06 - $37.26 Hourly Location Fort Myers, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 07863PF Department D O T Engineering Opening Date 03/05/2026 Closing Date 3/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt
Description Benefits Questions Description Help shape the future of Lee County by supporting safe, efficient, and well-planned transportation systems. As a Development Order Plan Reviewer, you will play an important role in reviewing new development projects, ensuring they follow transportation standards, and helping guide growth in our community.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, organization, teamwork, and working in a setting where your work helps improve roads, safety, and mobility for everyone in Lee County. Duties and Responsibilities
What You Will Do
Plan Review & Technical Support Review development order plans, drawings, and applications. Evaluate site plans, roadway designs, traffic reports, drainage, and stormwater plans. Check plans for compliance with transportation, engineering, zoning, and comprehensive plan requirements. Provide written comments to applicants about changes or clarifications needed. Explain codes, procedures, and application status when needed.
Team & Developer Coordination Work closely with DOT staff and Community Development (DCD) staff during the development review process. Meet with developer teams to discuss transportation needs and project impacts. Support DOT staff reviewing transportation impacts for minor County rezoning requests. Provide back-up support for the Right-of-Way (ROW) program and assist with related tasks as assigned.
Customer Service & Communication Communicate clearly with applicants, engineers, and internal staff. Help maintain positive relationships with development partners and County teams. Provide timely updates and respond to questions about reviews.
Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four (4) years of experience in development review, construction, engineering, or related work such as: Reviewing construction or development plans Roadway or site construction Surveying or inspection work Engineering technician support Transportation planning or traffic operations support Stormwater or drainage review Land development or zoning assistance Public works or municipal infrastructure work
Additional Requirements
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Skills & Knowledge
Knowledge of the Lee County Land Development Code. Familiarity with Florida DOT (FDOT) standards and design specifications. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Clear verbal and written communication skills. Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Why Join Us?
In this hands-on role, you will help ensure that new development supports safe travel, protects infrastructure, and meets transportation standards. You'll work with experienced engineers, planners, and reviewers who are committed to improving mobility and quality of life in Lee County.
You will gain valuable experience in transportation planning, engineering review, and development processes while contributing to projects that make a real difference in the community.
About the Department
The Lee County Department of Transportation (DOT) manages, plans, and maintains the County's transportation network. Our team supports roadway design, traffic operations, traffic engineering, development review, and right-of-way services. We work every day to keep Lee County's roads safe, efficient, and well-connected for residents, visitors, and businesses.
Learn more at: www.leegov.com/dot.
About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening.
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee Countys benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of whats included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.
To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf
Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance • Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. • Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Medical Reimbursement Account • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account • Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy • Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) • Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) • Optional Life Insurance • Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) • Short-Term Disability • Sick Leave Pool • Flu vaccinations • Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) • Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans • Financial Savings/Management Programs • Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union • Employee Leave Benefits • Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Vacation Leave • Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave • Family and Medical Leave • Military Family & Medical Leave • Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01 How many years of related experience do you have? (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)
0-1 years 2-3 years 4-5 years 6+ years
02 How familiar are you with development or transportation plans? (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)
Very familiar - I have reviewed these often Somewhat familiar - I have seen or worked with them before Not familiar, but willing to learn Not familiar
03 Which areas of code or standards are you familiar with? (Select all that apply) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)
Lee County Land Development Code Florida DOT (FDOT) standards Local zoning regulations Comprehensive plan requirements Stormwater standards None of the above
04 Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
Yes No
Required Question
Employer
Lee County Government
Address
P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902
Phone
(239) 533-2245
Website