NEOGOV · 6 days ago
Building Official Training (BOT) Grant Inspector
City of Eagan
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$63K/yr - $81K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a motivated individual to join the City of Eagan as an Entry-Level Building Inspector Trainee. This one-year development program provides hands-on training in building safety and inspection processes, preparing the trainee for the Building Official Certification Exam and a career dedicated to public safety.
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Responsibilities
Reviews proposed plans for residential/ structures to ensure that they meet building, plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes, as well as requirements established by the City and other agencies
Assist building inspectors by conducting residential building inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and national codes
Observe and learn how to review building plans, permit applications, and zoning regulations
Document inspection findings and assist in preparing reports under supervision
Attend and participate in training sessions, code review meetings, and jobsite walkthroughs
Learn and apply basic knowledge of the Minnesota Residential Building Code and local municipal ordinances
Interact professionally with contractors, homeowners, architects, and other stakeholders while shadowing experienced inspectors
Study and prepare for the Building Official Limited Certification Exam, with resources provided for exam readiness
Maintain accurate training logs, participate in regular performance check-ins, and complete assigned learning objectives
Reviews permit applications and construction documents to ensure accurate reflection of work projected
Ensures that all applicable conditions and requirements of approval have been satisfied prior to the issuance of permits and that adequate records are maintained
Performs building inspections at construction sites to verify compliance between plans and actual construction
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong interest in construction, architecture, engineering, municipal planning, or public safety
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Basic computer literacy (email, digital forms, report writing)
18 years of age
Valid MN driver's license
Capable of safely performing physical actions necessary to conduct inspections at, above, or below ground level of construction sites
Benefits
Medical – Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN
Dental – Health Partners
Basic Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability
Voluntarily Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Vision
Legal Services
Flexible Spending (medical and dependent care)
Employee Assistance Program
Discount programs
Retirement Investment opportunities through MissionSquare Retirement and Minnesota State Retirement System
PERA Pension
Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP)
Vacation accrues at a rate that equates to 3-weeks per year, with opportunities to accrue more after 10 years of employment
Opportunities to purchase up to 40 hours of vacation, earn PTO for wellness incentives, convert sick time to vacation, volunteer hours, etc.
Sick and safe leave will be accrued on a per pay period basis at the rate of one working day each calendar month
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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