Parking Control Officer (Part Time)

Description

JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, enforces city, state and county motor vehicle, parking laws, ordinances, codes and regulations; interacts with the public in regard to enforcement issues and general information matters. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Enforces motor vehicle, parking laws and regulations; 
• Patrols streets on foot and identifies vehicle or parking illegalities and determines, writes and/or issues citations or warnings in accordance with City, county and/or state laws, and procedures; 
• Interacts intensively with the public on an ongoing basis; receives, listens to and skillfully handles parking, disturbance and complaints; 
• Educates the public regarding parking regulations and citations; 
• Answers questions from public regarding city geography and other general matters; as necessary, researches and responds to customer complaints, questions and concerns or refers complaints and requests to supervisor or other departments as warranted. 
• When appropriate, requests supervisor’s assistance, guidance and/or intervention as needed and provides clear, concise documentation and explanation; as necessary;
• Performs other related work as required.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

Knowledge of: 

State, county and city vehicle, parking laws, codes, ordinances and practices; procedures, terminology and techniques. 

Ability to: 

Interpret, apply, explain and enforce laws, codes and ordinances related to parking enforcement; exercise sound judgment within established guidelines and supervisory direction; analyze situations and determine appropriate course of action; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, interacts with members of the public in a positive manner, communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare and maintain clear, concise and accurate documentation.  

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

The employee frequently works in outdoor weather conditions in or near moving and/or heavy traffic. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Requires extensive standing on hard surfaces. Requires extensive walking and standing for long periods of time.

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Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.