Plan Reviewer I

City of St. Cloud, MN • Saint Cloud, MN

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About The Position

The St. Cloud Building Safety Department is accepting applications for a Plan Reviewer I. Work involves the responsibility for reviewing industrial, commercial and residential building plans and specifications for conformance with the Minnesota State Building Code (MSBC) and for preparing a list of discrepancies and working plans accordingly. Work also involves conducting some field inspections, evaluating topography overlays and elevations and assisting other City Departments in the plan review process and processing permits through other City departments. Almost all of the plan checking for the MSBC is performed independently, once all requirements of the MSBC are known and understood.

Requirements

• Graduation from a standard high school supplemented by coursework in construction technology
• Two years experience in general building construction
• Possession of certification by ICC as a plans examiner within six months of appointment or a minimum of 2 years experience doing plan review for a municipality
• Possession of Valid Minnesota issued driver's license that is unrestricted except for corrective lenses
• Must be able to provide own appropriate transportation

Responsibilities

• Interviews building permit applicants and provides advice as to what needs to be revised to meet code requirements.
• Reviews building plans, specifications and blueprints for conformance with code requirements; issues or denies permits.
• Investigates alleged code violations of buildings.
• Assists homeowners, contractors, architects and others in interpreting construction codes and in removing violations; prepares letters to architects and engineers regarding conversions of plans for code compliance.
• Conducts field inspections of buildings and structures as assigned.
• Performs other work as required and assigned.

Benefits

• The city is proud to provide a competitive healthcare package which includes single insurance premiums covered 100% by the employer and family covered 90%. The 2025 Family health insurance premiums are valued at an average of $28,400 annually. Many voluntary benefits, including disability and flexible spending accounts, are also offered.
• An excellent retirement pension plan is provided by the city through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA).
• Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Day and Holiday pay can be found in the applicable labor union contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED