Employment Opportunities

Performs entry-level technical work conducting routine inspections and investigations. Determines compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations; City codes, ordinances, permits and licenses; and related regulations for property maintenance, use, zoning, public health and safety, and right of way regulations. Issues order of corrective actions and/or progressive enforcement actions for non-compliance. Assists with more complex inspections. Prepares routine documents, forms, and reports related to inspections, investigations, compliance, and research. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

The Department of Safety and Inspections holds inspection positions in the following areas: Code Enforcement, Licensing, and Zoning.

Code Enforcement duties for DSI Inspector I include the following: Perform entry level field inspections of environmental violations such as tall grass/weeds and snow/ice. Respond to complaints regarding garbage, overflowing trash, illegal dumping, and abandoned vehicles. Issue correction orders, abatement orders, and excessive consumption fees. Respond to the public by phone, email, and mail. Provide assistance to DSI II and/or DSI III inspectors in the field. Help collect information, do research on addresses for assessment appeals, or other information requests. Provide training, supervision, and assistance to Interns.

Licensing duties for DSI Inspector I include the following: Perform basic compliance inspections and assist with investigations, resolve complaints, and assist in various licensing education efforts. Participate in meetings and special projects with other DSI divisions, City departments, and agencies to further department goals and objectives. Gather information to produce inspection reports, issue enforcement letters, and assemble other written correspondences. Assist in the service of customers at the DSI service counter.

Zoning duties for DSI Inspector I include the following: Provide customer service at the front counter, by phone, by email, review site plans and construction plans for zoning compliance, process applications and enter information in the property data base, research the history of properties, prepare letters of zoning compliance, gather information and prepare summary reports and respond to complaints. Conduct field inspections, some might be at night, and coordinate enforcement of licensed businesses that have zoning violations. Work may involve collecting evidence, organizing information, and testifying at hearings.

The eligible list created from this assessment will be used to fill DSI Inspector I positions as they become available in various areas within the Department of Safety and Inspections.

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 DSI Inspector I Job Description.

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.

By Closing Date, you MUST: 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 legible copy of your proof of education if using education to meet the position requirements (an unofficial transcript is acceptable). Resume (optional) First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Not sure how the City of Saint Paul's hiring process works? Attend one of our Elevate sessions. The schedule is available at www.stpaul.gov/elevate. Selection Process Information: Assessment: Qualifications Rating

The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Eligible Lists created from Open Job Posting: This job posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately one year. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.

Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. 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:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512 200 City Hall Annex 25 West Fourth Street Saint Paul, MN 55102 Fax: 651-266-6490 E-mail: jobs@stpaul.gov

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.

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.

Veteran’s Preference for Promotional or Internal Candidates: If you are a disabled veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statutes 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 and confirmation from the Veterans Administration of a permanent service-connected disability rated at fifty percent (50%) or more 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.