Code Enforcement Officer - Part Time

Woods Cross City; Woods Cross (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Woods Cross City is seeking a Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer to uphold municipal codes and work with residents and businesses to ensure a safe, well-maintained community.

The role is up to 29 hours per week (1508 hours per year) and is at-will; the department values proactive problem-solving and collaborative enforcement. This is a non-benefited position in a small city environment with opportunities to contribute to community development.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
• Experience in code enforcement, community planning, public administration, or a related field—or currently enrolled in relevant coursework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A problem-solver who is detail-oriented and tech-
• A willingness to learn and adapt in a small but fast-paced city
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and concerns related to potential code
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to determine
• Provide education and guidance to residents, contractors, and business
• Prepare detailed reports, issue notices, and coordinate legal action when
• Recommend and support updates to city codes and
• Work closely with the Community Development Director and legal

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Written communication

Verbal communication

Detail oriented

Technology savvy

Education

Relevant coursework

Job description

Join Our Team – Code Enforcement Officer (Part-Time)

Woods Cross City Community Development Department

Are you passionate about community development, problem-solving, and public service? Woods Cross City is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and community-focused individual to join our team as a Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer. This is a dynamic opportunity to work directly with residents and businesses to ensure our community remains safe, well-maintained, and vibrant.

Position Overview

As a Code Enforcement Officer, you will play a key role in upholding Woods Cross City’s municipal codes and ordinances. This is an at-will, working-level position that involves up to 29 hours per week/or 1508 hours per year. You’ll be responsible for investigating potential violations and working collaboratively with property owners and businesses to achieve compliance in areas such as building codes, zoning, signage, weeds, snow removal, and more.

About Woods Cross

Located in South Davis County, Woods Cross is home to approximately 11,500 residents. With a staff of around 40 full-time employees and a general fund budget of $8 million, we are a progressive city with an engaged City Council and a strong sense of community.

Why Work with Us?

Whether you're looking to launch a career in public administration, urban planning, or law—or you're bringing prior experience in code enforcement—this role offers valuable professional experience in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. We value innovation over the status quo and encourage fresh ideas for improving how we serve our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and concerns related to potential code
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to determine
• Provide education and guidance to residents, contractors, and business
• Prepare detailed reports, issue notices, and coordinate legal action when
• Recommend and support updates to city codes and
• Work closely with the Community Development Director and legal

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
• Experience in code enforcement, community planning, public administration, or a related field—or currently enrolled in relevant coursework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A problem-solver who is detail-oriented and tech-
• A willingness to learn and adapt in a small but fast-paced city
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug

This is a part-time,non-benefited, career service exempt

Woods Cross City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.