Employment Opportunities

Building Official


Salary Range: $74,214-$92,747

The City of Forest Lake is hiring a Building Official to oversee and manage building and fire inspections as well as building plan review for the city.  This role also enforces city construction regulations, including the Minnesota State Building Code and the City’s Zoning Ordinance and Codes.  Candidates must be a Certified Building Official as stated in Minnesota Rules, Chapter 1301 and have two years of supervisory experience.  The salary range for the position is $74,214-$92,747.

A position description and city employment application can be found below. 

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and city employment application electronically. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The first review of applications will begin at noon on November 8, 2019.  Apply using the City of Forest Lake's Employment Portal found at the link below.

City Employment Portal


Commission Appointments  
The City of Forest Lake is currently accepting applications for the Human Rights Commission. If you would like to serve on any of these commissions, please complete the Boards and Committee Application.  Your application will be kept on file for one year.  Questions regarding any vacancy can be directed to the City of Forest Lake at 651-464-3550.