Parking Enforcement Officer

Job Posting Closing Date:

02/28

***OPEN UNTIL FILLED***
[Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.]

Provo City is looking for a Parking Enforcement Officer to enforce parking ordinances and coordinate the daily activities of part-time City parking enforcement staff. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the services provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply. This position offers competitive pay; paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leaves; employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; a 4/10 work schedule; and free use of the Provo Recreation Center, Ice Arena, and Library, among many other great benefits.

Job Details

Application Review Process: This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed below to be eligible for consideration.

Pay Rate: $19.65 - $27.09 per hour (depending on experience)

Essential Duties:

• Provide daily field guidance to and coordination of part-time Parking Enforcement Officers to meet City parking enforcement program objectives; patrol assigned on-street and City-owned parking lots.

• Enforce parking ordinances, codes, laws, and regulations by issuing parking citations for violations that include, but are not limited to, no parking signs, disability and fire lanes on private and public properties, fire hydrant zones, permit areas, abandonment, and double-parking.

• Monitor and chalk-mark vehicles for 72-hour violations.

• Request towing for vehicles.

• Help residents and visitors by explaining parking ordinances, giving directions, and providing other information.

• Use a computer application to code, tabulate, and prepare reports and print citations.

• Interact with other City departments including code compliance to report abandoned vehicle information.

• Use an automated license plate reader (ALPR) to check stolen vehicle status, current parking permits, and timed parking requirements.

• Respond to 311 Customer Service calls.

• Assist in issuing equipment to and monitoring use and care of by part-time Parking Enforcement Officers.

• Maintain and submit daily logs and records.

• May provide input to supervisor regarding, or testify in, contested parking ticket cases.

• Monitor City streets and property for dilapidated, damaged, or malfunctioning traffic signs, signals, or other equipment or property and report to appropriate City departments.

• Report safety hazards and suspicious activities as needed.

• When requested, perform traffic control or direction during special activities such as parades or festivals.

• Train and guide assigned employees.

• Assist in scheduling and reviewing assigned employees’ work.

• Assist in evaluating employee performance.

• Report disciplinary issues.

• Help coworkers and other City employees as needed.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year of experience in parking enforcement or support in a medium to large program, preferably a city or large university.

• OR an equivalent combination of job-related education, training, and/or experience [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience].

• A valid, lawful Driver License and acceptable driving record at the time of and through employment.

• Lead parking enforcement experience preferred.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to appointment, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

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Full time

Regular

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