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Aoka

Code Enforcement Officer

Marion, TX · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Regional Building Official We are seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform field inspections and enforce municipal ordinances on an as-needed basis. This is a part-time position with no ...

Town of Palm Beach

Code Enforcement Officer

Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$23.95 - $38.33/hr

... Officer. * Training in Municipal Ordinances and Building and Zoning Codes and their enforcement preferred. * Must obtain a Level 1 F.A.C.E. certification within one year from date of hire. * Must ...

Aoka

Code Enforcement Officer

Tyler, TX · On-site

Regional Building Official We are seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform field inspections and enforce municipal ordinances on an as-needed basis. This is a part-time position with no ...

Aoka

Code Enforcement Officer

Marion, TX · On-site

Regional Building Official We are seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform field inspections and enforce municipal ordinances on an as-needed basis. This is a part-time position with no ...

Aoka Engineering

Code Enforcement Officer

Longview, TX · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Regional Building Official We are seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform field inspections and enforce municipal ordinances on an as-needed basis. This is a part-time position with no ...

Aoka Engineering

Code Enforcement Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Code Enforcement Officer Location: Texas (Local travel required) Job Type: Part-Time, On-Call Pay: $30-$40 per hour Aoka is a third-party municipal services provider serving jurisdictions across ...

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How much do enforcement officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for enforcement officer in the United States is $68,646.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,500.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an enforcement officer?

An enforcement officer, or police officer, is a government employee who implements local, state, and federal law regulations. In this job, you follow a code to put community needs ahead of your own and often put your life on the line to keep others safe. Job duties include responding to emergency calls, issuing citations for violations, and arresting suspects in criminal investigations. You drive a cop car or walk in a designated neighborhood to patrol the streets, and you may need to chase suspects on foot. You’re also responsible for filing paperwork and writing incident reports at the office. Enforcement officers work for a variety of departments, such as the K-9 unit.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an enforcement officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Enforcement Officer, you need a solid understanding of relevant laws and regulations, investigative skills, and often a background in criminal justice or law enforcement. Familiarity with case management systems, evidence collection tools, and sometimes security technology or specialized certification is typically required. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities help you interact effectively with the public and handle challenging situations. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring compliance, maintaining public safety, and upholding the integrity of enforcement operations.

What are some common challenges enforcement officers face when interacting with the public, and how can they effectively handle these situations?

Enforcement Officers often encounter challenging situations when dealing with individuals who may be upset or uncooperative, especially during the issuance of citations or enforcement of regulations. It's important to maintain professionalism, remain calm, and use strong communication skills to de-escalate conflicts. Officers are typically trained in conflict resolution and are encouraged to approach each situation with empathy and respect, balancing enforcement with community relations. Building a rapport with the public can help foster cooperation and ensure the effective execution of duties.

What is the difference between Enforcement Officer vs Code Enforcement Officer?

AspectEnforcement OfficerCode Enforcement Officer
Required CredentialsVaries by agency; often includes law enforcement or regulatory certificationsTypically requires local government or building code certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, law enforcement settings, regulatory agenciesMunicipal offices, field inspections, community interactions
Employer & IndustryLaw enforcement agencies, regulatory bodiesCity or county government, municipal departments
Common Search & ComparisonEnforcement Officer vs Code Enforcement Officer

Enforcement Officers and Code Enforcement Officers both work in regulatory environments, but Enforcement Officers often have law enforcement authority and broader regulatory responsibilities. Code Enforcement Officers focus specifically on enforcing building codes, zoning laws, and local ordinances. While their roles overlap in community safety and compliance, Enforcement Officers may handle criminal law enforcement, whereas Code Enforcement Officers primarily ensure adherence to municipal codes.

What does an enforcement officer do?

An enforcement officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, or codes within a specific area, such as traffic, safety, or environmental standards. They often conduct inspections, issue citations, and may have authority to arrest or detain individuals, using tools like radios and tickets. The role typically requires knowledge of relevant laws and may involve working outdoors or in various environments.
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Infographic showing various Enforcement Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,646 per year, or $33 per hour.

Code Enforcement Officer

Gwinnett County, GA

Lawrenceville, GA • On-site

$50K - $57K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Merit
Job Number: 26-03706
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 11:59 AM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Class Summary
REPOSTED 6/25/2026
Base Hiring Salary Ranges:
Code Enforcement Officer I: $50,270 - $57,812
Code Enforcement Officer II: $59,452 - $68,3780
Code Enforcement Officer III: $64,655 - $75,162
Job Description
This position serves as a lead to staff in the Commercial Enforcement Unit and responds to citizen questions and complaints and is responsible for performing field investigations to determine compliance with codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations for quality-of-life issues.
Essential Duties
  • Researching property information by reviewing plans
  • Accessing databases
  • Performing data entry of zoning and other property information
  • Understanding current laws relating to codes and compliance
  • Performing independent field investigations (Level II only)
  • Issuing notices and citations
  • Completing reports detailing findings
  • Assisting supervisor in completing administrative reports and trains new employees (Level II only)
  • Other duties of a similar nature

Public Speaking Duties
Preparing and presenting cases to the Environmental Division of Recorders Court
Other Job Requirements/Information
  • This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
  • This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Code Enforcement Officer I - Grade B23(2)
  • *Associate degree AND
  • *One year of code enforcement, inspections, or customer service experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Security and Awareness Certification within six months of employment

Code Enforcement Officer II - Grade B25(2)
  • *Associate degree AND
  • *Two years of code enforcement experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Security and Awareness Certification within six months of employment

Code Enforcement Officer III - Grade C41(2)
  • *Associate degree AND
  • *Three years of code enforcement, inspections, or customer service experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within one year of employment
  • Security and Awareness Certification within six months of employment.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job will also be considered.
Minimum Requirements
  • Positions in this class typically require climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing.
  • Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • The incumbent works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
  • Work is performed in an office (10%) and driving (90%).
  • This exposes the employee to much noise, dirt, dust, machinery, and its moving parts, as well as inclement weather.
  • Work requires the use of personal protective equipment and devices when needed.

For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills and Physical requirements, click below
NOTE: The class specifications listed on this site are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
For more information about the Planning and Development department, please
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
  • Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
  • Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
  • Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
  • Medical plans for active and retired employees
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug plan

Wellness
  • Onsite Employee Wellness Center
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Immunizations
  • Wellness education and incentive programs
  • Annual wellness fair

Family and Career
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Family planning benefits
  • Four weeks of paid parental leave

Time
  • Annual/Sick Leave
  • 12 paid holidays per calendar year
  • 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Money
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available
  • Retirement and Savings Plans
  • 401(a) Defined Contribution
  • 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
  • Longevity pay
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Financial education programs

Protection
  • Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Identity theft protection

To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.
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Have you completed a degree in a related field?
  • Have not completed a degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study

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How many years of code enforcement experience do you have?
  • none
  • less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 years to less than 8 years
  • 8 years to less than 9 years
  • 9 years to less than 10 years
  • 10 or more years

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Describe your code enforcement experience. If none, type N/A.
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How many years of customer service experience do you have?
  • none
  • less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years to less than 7 years
  • 7 years to less than 8 years
  • 8 years to less than 9 years
  • 9 years to less than 10 years
  • 10 or more years

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Describe your customer service experience. If none, type N/A.
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