Building Inspector Jobs

General Duty Statement

Performs full performance inspections on new and existing structures for compliance with and the enforcement of state and local building codes, zoning ordinances, contract specifications, and safety regulations for the Department of Safety and inspections. Investigates complaints regarding violations of building code, issues correction orders, stops work orders, and issues citations as necessary. Provides information and interpretation of State Building Code and the Saint Paul Legislative Code to the public, staff, and leadership. Evaluates new construction methods and materials for meeting compliance. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Typical Duties:

• Works in all types of environmental conditions.
• Conducts a range of routine to complex inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions.
• Inspects damaged and deteriorated structures for compliance with applicable codes.
• Walks through building excavations and scales scaffolding and construction forms, including climbing from ladders.
• Investigates complaints regarding a violation of the building code, issuing correction orders and citations, and stopping work orders as necessary.
• Drives and operates a motor vehicle to and from sites as needed.
• Orders and enforces corrections on non-complaint items.
• Maintains an electronic record of all field activities using available data access and data entry technology.
• Records observations and reports them to owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Performs inspections on new and existing structures for compliance with and enforcement of state and local building codes, zoning ordinances, contract specifications, and safety regulations.

Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the Building Inspector .

The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.

Requirements

Must meet one of the following:

• Five years of experience performing work as a journey level carpenter.
• Two years of experience reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with building codes.
• Five years of experience performing work as a construction superintendent/construction manager.
• Five years of experience performing engineering work in the design or construction of buildings, at least three years of on-site construction experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.

Preferred Qualification: Possession of a limited or full certification as a building official from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

By Closing Date, you MUST

• A resume - please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented
• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
• Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
  • A resume - please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented

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Selection Process Information

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Condition of Employment: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Kate Moen at 651-266-6530
200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail: [email protected]

To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 651-266-6500.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position does not receive City benefits. Employer contributions are made on behalf of employees for union-provided fringe benefits. See Trade Classifications Benefit Fact Sheet (Download PDF reader) for further information.