CHIEF OF ENFORCEMENT-DBPR - 79010345

Requisition No: 869029 

Agency: Business and Professional Regulations

Working Title: CHIEF OF ENFORCEMENT-DBPR - 79010345

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 79010345 

Salary:  $2,681.99 - $2,873.56 

Posting Closing Date: 02/04/2026 

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    DIVISION OF REAL ESTATE
Chief of Enforcement
Position Number: 79010345

Hiring Salary: $2,681.99 - $2,873.56

Internal Posting

Only employees of DBPR may apply for this job opportunity.

***Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge,

skills and/or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application. 

Please do not refer to your resume in your responses. *** 

Our Organization and Mission:

Protecting the public through effective licensure of new professionals, renewal of qualified license holders, and appropriate and timely regulation of the real estate industry.

To be a trusted resource to licensees and the public through customer service excellence and education.

The Work You Will Do:

The Chief of Enforcement reports directly to the Director of the Division of Real Estate. Directs the overall administration of the enforcement program for the division of Real Estate, including complaints, investigations, inspections, escrow auditing, and the unlicensed activity program. Primarily responsible for the management and supervision of the day‐to‐day operations of the Enforcement Team, Unlicensed activity and the daily enforcement operations.

Presents complaint, investigation and audit activity reports to the Secretary, Division Director, Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) and Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board (FREAB) as required.  Attends monthly FREC meetings, and bi-monthly FREAB meetings.  Provides assistance regarding rulemaking relating to those items within the jurisdiction of the enforcement program. 

Plans and implements training programs for the investigative and complaint staff. 

Oversees the management of Division of Real Estate fleet, including reporting expenses, maintenance, surplus and replacement of vehicles.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Reports to the Director of the Division of Real Estate in Orlando, Florida.

Manage Investigator Supervisors.

Ensures the investigative and complaint staff performance standards are appropriately monitored by supervisors.

Manages direct supervision of 7 employees and indirect supervision of 43 staff across administrative and supervisory roles.

Establishes operational procedures consistent with Department policies and procedures.

Make recommendations to Division Director on issues relating to hiring, dismissals and promotions. 

Conducts periodic evaluations of manpower, caseload and regional activity to make assignments and maintain an effective and efficient staff.  Updates position descriptions as needed. 

Coordinates enforcement and compliance policy with the Office of the General Counsel to ensure that investigations meet the necessary requirements before being transferred to the legal section for prosecution.

Establishes and maintains excellent working relationships with other DBPR staff. 

Works well in a team environment and enjoys working with other people.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects while meeting established deadlines.

Proven track record of completing assignments and projects accurately and on schedule.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively and professionally with others.

Working knowledge of applicable Florida Statutes including F.S. 455 and F.S 475 as well as Florida Administrative Code provisions 61J1 and 61J2, department policies, and relevant procedures.

Proficiency in the use of Versa Regulation, OnBase, and People First systems.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to support and advance the department’s mission.

Ability to clearly explain complex legal and regulatory issues and communicate effectively with government officials, employees, and the public.

Strong people management, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

Ability to motivate, guide and inspire high performance and professional excellence in others.

Demonstrated ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to competently operate and utilize equipment and technology required for the position.

Minimum Requirements:

3 years of supervisory or management experience.
 

Preferred:

5 years of professional experience OR a combination of post-high school education and professional experience equal to 5 years.

Preference may be given to Division of Real Estate employees.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

 “Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday.
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida.
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
• The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
• Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University.

For additional benefit information, please visit the following website: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Applicant Note: If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.  
NOTE: This position requires a security background check, drug screening, and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
 
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online.  All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement.  If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

 
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.  
 

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
SPECIAL REMINDERS:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.  For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation will only hire U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.