Hillsborough Commissioners Seek Applications for Citizen Boards and Committees

Hillsborough County, Fla. (Jan. 12, 2026) - Hillsborough County Commissioners are seeking residents to serve on several County citizen advisory boards and committees. Residents interested in seeking appointment must reside in and be registered voters in Hillsborough County. These are voluntary positions and members serve without compensation. Applicants may apply to more than one board but may only serve on one board at a time unless specifically approved by the BOCC.

Citizens interested in being considered for appointment must submit: a complete an Application/Questionnaire and a Standards of Conduct Form. This can be submitted using the Online application and Standards of Conduct Form.

A step by step video guide is available at the following link: Digital Application Video Guide

All forms must be signed and dated, and all questions must be answered in entirety to be eligible. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you apply to a board that requires a background check, you will be provided with a link to complete the online background check process. A response within 72 hours is required at which time the link will expire.

For specific information regarding the boards and committees, please visit the Boards, Committees, and Councils webpage to learn more.

The application is due by close of business on January 30, 2026. Appointments will be scheduled for a meeting of the Board of County Commissioners in February or March.

Forms can be --

• Completed Online: Online Application and Standards of Conduct Form
• Emailed to: boardservices@hcfl.gov
• Delivered to: 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 2nd Floor, Tampa 33602
• Mailed to: P. O. Box 1110, Tampa, FL 33601

BUILDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, APPEALS & EXAMINERS

• This board confirms the competency and integrity of applicants applying for building certification in the County, and takes disciplinary action against those contractors that fail to comply with the Building Code.
• One position is vacant and one position will expire. Member terms are for four years. Alternates terms are for two years.
• Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Alternate that must be knowledgeable and experienced in the technical codes of this board; 2) Florida registered architect.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.
• Meeting schedule: Monthly, 3rd Tuesday, 10:00AM.

CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE

• These Special Magistrates have jurisdiction to hear violations of all codes and ordinances of Hillsborough County with most cases arising out of violations of the County's housing, building, zoning, and sign codes and ordinances to maintain minimum health and safety standards; burglar false alarm ordinance and natural resources regulations; the water restriction ordinance; red light camera appeals; and vehicle for hire and trespass towing ordinance.
• One position will expire. Term is for three years. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Architect; 2) Businessperson; 3) Engineer; 4) General Contractor; 5) Subcontractor; 6) Realtor.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure. Citizens appointed to this board must reside in the unincorporated area of Hillsborough County.
• Meeting schedule: Monthly, on the day specified.

COUNTY INTERNAL AUDIT COMMITTEE

• This Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioner and to the County Internal Auditor's Office, on issues presented to the Audit Committee related to monitoring audit activities for the BOCC.
• One position is vacant. Term is for two years. Members may not serve more than two full consecutive terms. The available category for the advertised position is as follows: 1) Position is specified as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in good standing and is licensed to practice public accountancy in the State of Florida.
• Consideration for membership shall be given to nominees who possess the following attributes: the ability to encourage openness and transparency, the ability to ask relevant questions, evaluate the answer, and continue to probe for information until completely satisfied with the answers provided, the ability to work with the County Internal Auditor, and the ability to work cohesively with other Audit Committee members in fulfilling the Audit Committee's purpose.
• All members must be registered voters residing in Hillsborough County, Florida, who do not have a direct financial interest in County business and must have an impartial, unbiased attitude and no conflicts of interest. Any applicant or Audit Committee member who has an independence or objectivity impairment in fact or in appearance, must promptly report the details to the County's Boards and Committees Coordinator, County Internal Auditor, and Committee Chair. The nature of the disclosure will depend upon the impairment. Each member should have an understanding of good management and business practices.
• Meeting schedule: Quarterly.

HEALTH COUNCIL OF WEST CENTRAL FLORIDA, INC.

• This council works in collaboration with community-based organizations to identify, address, and resolve health care issues of local concern.
• One position will expire and one position is vacant. Term is for two years. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Health Care Provider; 2) Health Care Purchaser - an individual or an authorized member of an organization or agency who is responsible for the purchase of health services for a group of 25 or more individuals either directly or through acquisition of health insurance coverage.
• Meeting schedule: Bi-monthly, 2nd Thursday, 3:30PM.

HISTORIC RESOURCES REVIEW BOARD

• This Board serves as an architectural review board for the protection of historic resources in unincorporated Hillsborough County. It recommends archaeological and historical sites to the Board of County Commissioners for landmark designation and reviews alterations and new construction on landmark sites or districts.
• One position has expired, and two positions are vacant. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Owner of a Historic Property listed on the Florida Master Site File; 2) Archaeologist/Anthropologist; 3) a planner, landscape architect, or real estate developer or broker, licensed to practice in the State of Florida.
• Citizens appointed to this board must reside in the unincorporated area of Hillsborough County.
• Meeting schedule: Monthly, 3rd Tuesday, 3:00PM.

HUMAN RELATIONS BOARD

• This Board encourages equality among all people by reviewing complaints filed under Hillsborough County's Human Rights Ordinance which promotes fair treatment and equal opportunity for people regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identification or expression.
• Two positions will expire. Terms are for three years. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Person with a disability or a person representing persons with disabilities; 2) Retail Merchandising Management; 3) Industrial Management; 4) Real Estate Sales; 5) Property Leasing; 6) Mortgage Financing; 7) Law Enforcement; 8) Labor Council; and 9) Other Profession.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.
• Meeting schedule: Monthly, 2nd Tuesday, 12:00PM.

LAND USE APPEALS BOARD

• This Board hears appeals of decisions of the Land Use Hearing Officer on special use permits and variances from zoning regulations.
• Two positions are vacant and one will expire. Terms are for three years. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Attorney; 2) Alternate; 3) Alternate.
• Consideration for membership shall be given to representatives of the following: Attorney with at least five years of experience, shall be an attorney practicing in Hillsborough County who shall have been admitted to the Florida Bar for not less than five years; Landscape architect or architect, registered to practice in the state of Florida; Business owner or operator in unincorporated Hillsborough County; Professional planner with not less than three years of experience in land use planning or zoning in Hillsborough County; Civil or environmental engineer registered to practice in the state of Florida; Member of a civic or neighborhood organization in unincorporated Hillsborough County; Developer active in development in Hillsborough County or a duly licensed general contractor (Class A) active in business in Hillsborough County.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.
• Citizens appointed to this board must reside in the unincorporated area of Hillsborough County.
• Meeting attendance is required to maintain membership on this Board. Unexcused absences or late notifications may result in removal from the Board.
• Meeting schedule: Monthly, 1st Friday, 1:30PM, as needed.

MECHANICAL BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS, APPEALS & EXAMINERS

• This Board confirms the competency and integrity of applicants applying for mechanical certification in the County and takes disciplinary action against those contractors that fail to comply with the Mechanical Code.
• Four positions are vacant. Member terms are for four years. Alternate terms are for two years. Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) One Mechanical Contractor; 2) Two Class "A" HVAC Contractors; 2) One Class "B" HVAC Contractor; 3) One Mechanical Trades Representative; 4) One Sheet Metal Contractor; 5) One Alternate member that must be knowledgeable and experienced in the technical codes of this board.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.
• Meeting schedule: 1pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month in Jan/Apr/July/Oct.

PLUMBING & GAS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, APPEALS & EXAMINERS

• This Board governs the certification and/or compliance standards for plumbing and gas contractors doing work in Hillsborough County and enforces adherence to the standards set by the Plumbing and Gas Code. The board members shall be appointed by the governing bodies of the jurisdiction that choose to use the County's boards and enter an interlocal agreement with Hillsborough County.
• Two alternate positions are available. One member and one alternate term will expire. Terms are for four years for members and two years for alternates. Available categories for the advertised member position is as follows: 1) Master Plumber; 2) State of Florida Engineer qualified to work in the area of sanitary or mechanical engineering. The available categories for the advertised alternate positions are as follows: 1) Master Plumber; 2) Journeyman Plumber or Natural Gas Installer; 3) Liquid Petroleum Installer or Master Gas Fitter licensed by the State of Florida.
• Citizens appointed to this board will be required to file an annual financial disclosure.
• Meeting schedule: 2pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month in Jan/Apr/July/Oct.

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

• This Council prepares a tourist development plan for the BOCC, recommends uses for the tourist development tax revenue, and monitors trust fund spending. It also makes recommendations to the Commissioners for developing tourism in the area.
• Three positions will expire. Term is for four years.
• Available categories for the advertised positions are as follows: 1) Hotel/Motel Industry Representative; 2) Hotel/Motel Industry Representative; 3) Tourist-Related Industry Representative.
• Tourist-related industry members must be involved in tourism-related businesses or venues.
• Meeting schedule: Quarterly, 10:30AM to 12:00PM, and as called by Chair.