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Salary: $39.33 - $46.01 Hourly
Location : 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00055B
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Primary Objective
The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to conduct inspections which ensure that buildings are constructed consistent with the Minnesota Building Code and approved plans and conditions of approval, and that construction protects the safety of occupants.
CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

• Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
• Embraces the City's shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City's vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

Examples of Duties

• Review permits, plans and specifications to ensure they are consistent with codes requirements and approved plans
• Inspect all types of structures, signs, site grading and erosion control installations for conformity to codes and approved plans and conditions
• Issue certificates of occupancy
• Conduct inspections for housing code compliance
• Investigation of complaints to determine whether code violations exist
• Issue correction orders when violations persist
• Interpret and explain city ordinances and state codes to homeowners, architects, engineers, contractors, and developers
• Verify contractor licensing
• Provide oral and written correspondence for inquiries regarding the building code and city ordinances
• Communicate observed violations of other City codes to appropriate City Staff
• Review and recommend amendments to City ordinances and codes
• Create and maintain inspection logs and records
• Research new products and methods used in construction
• Maintain and expand knowledge of the building code and construction practices
• Assist Division Manager in training employees
• Inform supervisor promptly of matters which are important to the City's interest or the public health, safety, and welfare
• Perform other duties as apparent or assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Completes assigned work on schedule
• Promptly identifies and addresses code violations and complaints
• Structures inspected consistently conform to code requirements
• Reports and written communication are clear, brief, and accurate
• Oral communication is calm, clear, and presented with confidence
• Public interaction and correspondence is responsive, considerate, and respects need for confidentiality
• Maintains effective work relationships with supervisors, coworkers, architects, engineers, contractors, and developers
• Effectively manages time to maintain set schedule of inspections

Minimum/Desirable Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence
• Completion of trade school in construction related trade or equivalent education in construction management or architecture
• Four years of building trade experience
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to understand building plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of the MN State Building Code and inspection procedures
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Current State of Minnesota Certified Building Official License
• Current State of Minnesota Limited Building Official License
• ICC Certified Building Official
• ICC Commercial Inspector
• ICC Plans Examiner
• ICC Residential Inspector
• Two years of municipal building inspection experience

Supplemental Information
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
This position does not supervise others.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $39.33 - $42.53Hourly
2026 Full Salary Range: $39.33 - $53.82 Hourly
Full-Time; Non-Exempt; AFSCME Union; Benefits Eligible per Union Contract
The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change
Benefits for regular, full-time employees of the City of Bloomington (with the exception of 24 hour firefighters and 24 hour fire fighter/paramedics) include the following:

• 10 days paid vacation per year
• 13 days paid personal leave per year
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee health and dental insurance
• Paid employee life insurance
• Paid employee disability insurance
• Employer/employee paid pension
• Deferred compensation
• Tuition assistance program
• Health club membership reimbursement
• Flexible spending account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Other optional benefits
• Great suburban location, on bus line
• Free employee parking

*(Union contracts may vary from the above list.)
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The City of Bloomington (City) is asking you to supply information (data) as part of your application for employment with the City. The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA) classifies this data as private data about you.The law does not require you to provide the data and there is no legal consequence for refusing to provide the data. However, if you do not provide the requested data, the City may not have enough information to consider your application and you may not move forward in the selection process.If you do provide the data, City employees and its agents may have access to your private data if their work assignments reasonably require access. The hiring manager or supervisor, human resources employees, and members of an interview panel, which may include non-City employees, will have access to some of your private data during the application and selection process. State or federal law or a court order may allow others to have access to your data also. The City will not disclose any of your private data to any member of the general public without your permission.The MGDPA classifies the following information as public data about applicants: veteran status, relevant test scores, rank on eligible list, job history, education and training, and work availability. If you are a finalist for the position, your name is also public. A "finalist" is a person the City selects for an interview.Do you agree to supply the data the City is requesting as part of your application for employment?

• Yes
• No

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This question is to determine your status as a veteran under the Veteran's Preference Statute, Minnesota Statutes, 43A.11. Please check the statement below which best describes your current Veteran's status:

• I am not a Veteran
• I am a Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
• I am the spouse of a deceased Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
• I am a disabled Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation
• I am the spouse of a disabled Veteran who served more than 180 consecutive days and received an Honorable Discharge or Separation and is unable to use the preference due to the disability

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If you are a Veteran and achieve the minimum passing rating, do you wish to apply your veteran's preference bonus points?If you answer yes, you MUST complete the City of Bloomington's Veteran Preference Questionnaire () and either attach it to this application or send/deliver/fax it to the Human Resources Division with a copy of your form DD-214. Disabled veterans must also supply form FL-802 or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veteran's DD-214 and FL-802 or death certificate. Your veteran's preference points cannot be considered without supporting documentation. All documentation must be received in the Human Resources Division no later than 7 calendar days after the deadline date for the position.

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable

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