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Summary
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
Position Summary
Employee enforces City ordinances pertaining to health, zoning, business licensing, and other ordinances as designated by the City, coordinating with neighborhood groups, law enforcement agencies, and other City departments to identify problems and address issues.
Starting Pay: $22.14 per hour; additional pay may be provided depending on experience
Schedule: Full time,4 x 10-hour shifts per week; Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work to accomplish assigned tasks.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Benefits : Full benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays, vision reimbursement plan, parental leave
Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)
Posting Close Date: May close any time after June 15th, 2026
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Patrol neighborhoods identifying and reacting to violations of health, zoning, business licensing, general city ordinances and other applicable ordinances as assigned.
- Respond to calls for the service in response to resident complaints or other agency referrals.
- Represent the City in prosecuting cases in Administrative Court.
- Provide information to residents through handouts, presentations, one-on-one conversations, neighborhood watch meetings, and other gatherings of concerned residents.
- Maintain accurate records and proper documentation using appropriate hardware and software.
- Operate City vehicles safely.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Career growth may be achieved through gained experience, skill, certification (if applicable), and demonstrated ability. Promotional opportunities are not guaranteed.- Code Enforcement Officer II
- Ability to work without close supervision, to exercise initiative and sound judgment in problem solving and decision making.
- Ability to react resourcefully and responsibly under varying pressure conditions; ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to enforce the law while demonstrating tact and good judgment.
- Ability to work with various computer programs related to case tracking and documentation.
- Knowledge of relevant City ordinances which pertain to enforcement and knowledge of procedures regarding code enforcement.
- Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must possess a valid State of Utah Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain one
- Have the ability to safely drive a motor vehicle
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
- Light physical effort requiring the ability to move around easily in and out of a vehicle multiple times on a daily basis.
- Typical office setting includes air conditioning, ultraviolet lighting, computer use and other office equipment.
- Intermittent exposure to heat, cold, dust, moisture and high noise levels.
- Frequent exposure to stress due to human behavior and multiple tasks and assignments.
- Travel both inside and outside of West Valley City.
- Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work to accomplish assigned tasks.
If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" because you do not check every box in the posting, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. -
Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
Position Summary
Employee enforces City ordinances pertaining to health, zoning, business licensing, and other ordinances as designated by the City, coordinating with neighborhood groups, law enforcement agencies, and other City departments to identify problems and address issues.
Starting Pay: $22.14 per hour; additional pay may be provided depending on experience
Schedule: Full time,4 x 10-hour shifts per week; Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work to accomplish assigned tasks.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Benefits : Full benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays, vision reimbursement plan, parental leave
Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)
Posting Close Date: May close any time after June 15th, 2026
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Patrol neighborhoods identifying and reacting to violations of health, zoning, business licensing, general city ordinances and other applicable ordinances as assigned.
- Respond to calls for the service in response to resident complaints or other agency referrals.
- Represent the City in prosecuting cases in Administrative Court.
- Provide information to residents through handouts, presentations, one-on-one conversations, neighborhood watch meetings, and other gatherings of concerned residents.
- Maintain accurate records and proper documentation using appropriate hardware and software.
- Operate City vehicles safely.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Career growth may be achieved through gained experience, skill, certification (if applicable), and demonstrated ability. Promotional opportunities are not guaranteed.- Code Enforcement Officer II
- Ability to work without close supervision, to exercise initiative and sound judgment in problem solving and decision making.
- Ability to react resourcefully and responsibly under varying pressure conditions; ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to enforce the law while demonstrating tact and good judgment.
- Ability to work with various computer programs related to case tracking and documentation.
- Knowledge of relevant City ordinances which pertain to enforcement and knowledge of procedures regarding code enforcement.
- Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must possess a valid State of Utah Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain one
- Have the ability to safely drive a motor vehicle
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
- Light physical effort requiring the ability to move around easily in and out of a vehicle multiple times on a daily basis.
- Typical office setting includes air conditioning, ultraviolet lighting, computer use and other office equipment.
- Intermittent exposure to heat, cold, dust, moisture and high noise levels.
- Frequent exposure to stress due to human behavior and multiple tasks and assignments.
- Travel both inside and outside of West Valley City.
- Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work to accomplish assigned tasks.
If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" because you do not check every box in the posting, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. -
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