Building Plan Reviewer​/Construction Code Representative

Working Title:

Building Plan Reviewer Job Class:
Construction Code Representative 1 Agency:
Labor & Industry Dept

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/11/2026
• Closing Date: 10/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Dept of Labor & Industry / CCLD Plan Review
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $35.30 - $52.35 / hourly; $73,706 - $109,306 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. The primary work location for this position is 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN.

• Employees living within 50 miles of the primary work location will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month.
• Employees that live in Minnesota and are more than 50 miles from the primary work location may be eligible for more than 50% telework with agency approvals.
• Employees may reside outside of the state of Minnesota if they live in a bordering state and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.

This position administers the provisions of the Minnesota State Building Code by performing plan reviews of construction documents submitted for buildings and structures under the jurisdiction of DLI/CCLD as identified in Minnesota Statute 326B. The incumbent evaluates proposed construction, additions, and alterations to determine substantial compliance with the Minnesota State Building Code and referenced standards.

In addition to plan review responsibilities, the position provides technical guidance to municipalities, building officials, design professionals, contractors, and other stakeholders to support consistent statewide application of building code requirements. The incumbent collaborates with unit staff and specialists to ensure effective plan review operations and performs other duties as assigned to support division goals and statutory responsibilities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Three years' experience in performing plan review work to assure compliance with the Minnesota State Building Code, Minnesota Rule 1305 or similar code based on national building codes and standards, OR
• Three years' experience in designing buildings to assure compliance with the Minnesota State Building Code, Minnesota Rule 1305 or similar code based on national building codes and standards, OR
• Three years’ experience working as a building inspector, inspecting commercial projects under the direct supervision of a Minnesota Certified Building Official, OR
• Certification as a Minnesota Building Official.
• Knowledge of Minnesota State Building Code and all related chapters sufficient to enable the representative to examine architectural/engineering plans.
• Knowledge of basic principles of building construction; including structural, electrical, plumbing and heating systems, building material properties; principles of engineering.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally sufficient to describe technical building code requirements, using appropriate industry language and the ability to clearly explain technical information.
• Ability to read plans and specifications sufficient to identify code inadequacies and analyze and respond to specific code application inquiries on the telephone and in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who may not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or common experiences.
• Basic Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in using common software applications like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, and internet browsers.

• Code experience specific to the construction and renovation of hospitals, nursing homes, and K-12 schools.
• Two or more years of commercial building plan review experience.
• Experience with Project Dox plan review software.
• Thorough knowledge of the safety standards, rules and regulations of the Department.
• Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).

It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may…