Building Code Coordinator - State Prog Admin Principal

Working Title: Building Code Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 98337
• 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 : 11/10/2026
• Closing Date : 11/23/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit : Maintenance / Building
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Daus
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes, 50% of the time through Minnesota
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
• Job Class Option : Construction Management
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status : Non Exempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position will travel throughout Minnesota to construction sites roughly 50% of the time.

This position exists to ensure MnDOT building construction projects comply with applicable labor standards, contract requirements, and key provisions of the Minnesota State Building Code. The role combines labor compliance monitoring with foundational building code review duties to improve internal plan readiness, strengthen early project coordination, and support MnDOT’s quality, safety, and compliance goals.

The incumbent conducts construction field observations, documents contractor performance, verifies labor compliance requirements, and provides technical guidance to architects, engineers, districts, and contractors. In addition, the position performs limited building code and plan review activities to identify code issues early, improve consistency in design documentation, and assist MnDOT project teams in preparing materials for formal review by the Department of Labor & Industry (DLI).

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of advanced professional experience in the areas noted below:

NOTE: : Bachelor's degree in construction management, construction science, architecture, or engineering will substitute for 6 months of advanced professional work experience.

• Experience with Minnesota State Building Code, Minnesota Rule 1350 and International Building Code (as adopted by the State of Minnesota) sufficient to conduct plan reviews, attend building construction site meetings to ensure they adhere to codes and standards;
• Experience with the concepts of building construction: e.g. structural, electrical, plumbing and heating systems, building material properties, principles of engineering sufficient to communicate construction-phase problems to professionals;
• Experience reading 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 in writing and orally sufficient to describe technical building code requirements, using appropriate industry language and the ability to clearly explain technical information;
• Valid Driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Minnesota Building Official;
• Asbestos Inspector license or Underground Storage Tank Supervisor certification
• Experience reviewing building construction plans and specifications and preparing documentation for submission through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) plan review process

Additional Requirements

Background check:

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Drug testing (if needed)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.