Parking Enforcement Specialist City of Buena Park 9 reviews - Buena Park, CA $40,296 - $51,419 a year Under general supervision, patrols assigned areas in a vehicle and on foot to enforce parking regulations and vehicle codes; impounds vehicles; and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Parking Enforcement Specialist patrols an assigned area of responsibility and identifies and cites vehicles parked illegally. The Parking Enforcement Specialist also researches registrations of suspicious vehicles to identify ones that have been stolen or abandoned. This position interfaces with the general public when being confronted about parking violations and answers other questions regarding parking regulations. The position contacts other city personnel in reporting service needs and researching the status of vehicles and communicates with tow companies to impound vehicles. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class. Marks vehicles in timed parking areas. Issues parking citations to vehicles illegally parked on street sweeping route, having exceeded time limits, and violating general parking ordinances. Recognizes suspicious or abandoned vehicles and researches Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) records to identify registered owner and outstanding violations; issues citations. Contacts Police Dispatch to identify stolen vehicles. Arranges for towing and impounding of abandoned vehicles. Notifies the Public Works Department of required services such as tree trimming, sign replacement, and animal control needs. Testifies in court regarding circumstances of disputed violations. Assists with crowd control at parades and civic functions. Assists citizens by providing directions. Leads new contracted street sweeper along sweeper route. QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES Knowledge of: California Vehicle Code and municipal parking ordinances; geographic location of streets, parks, and major landmarks; effective customer service techniques. Ability to: Operate computerized ticket writers and memorize computer codes to identify type of violation and vehicle make; operate right hand drive vehicle; operate two-way radio; exercise judgment when enforcing State vehicle codes and local parking ordinances and communicating with the public; read maps and properly determine proper directions and routes of travel; complete accurate and complete records; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, the employee is constantly required to sit, and frequently stand and walk. The employee must be able to talk and hear. The employee must be able to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate computer hardware and standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level. The employee occasionally lifts and carries records and documents weighing less than 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data; thoroughly analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; and interact appropriately with staff, management, other law enforcement representatives, and the general public. WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee constantly works outdoors and is constantly exposed to variable weather conditions, including heat, humidity, wetness and moisture, and vehicle fumes. The employee encounters angry individuals who have been cited for violations of city parking and municipal codes. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE High school graduation or G.E.D equivalent is required. One year of public contact or community service work experience is required. LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required. Ability to be assigned to rotating work shifts, including holidays and weekends, and to work overtime as needed. An eligibility list may be established subject to a pre-employment medical exam (including drug and alcohol), and background investigation (including polygraph test). APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT TENTATIVE TESTING SCHEDULE (DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE) MANDATORY INFORMATIONAL MEETING: TENTATIVE DATE - Monday, July 2, 2018, 6:00 p.m. WRITTEN EXAM: TENTATIVE DATE - Week of July 9, 2018 ORAL INTERVIEWS: TENTATIVE DATE - Week of July 23, 2018 Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department web page at www.buenapark.com/hr as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner. The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability. The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. Agency City of Buena Park Address 6650 Beach Boulevard Buena Park, California, 90620 Phone 714-562-3515 714-562-3512 Website http://www.buenapark.com/HR JOB OPPORTUNITIES ACCOUNT Copyright © 2018 3 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site * Parking Enforcement Specialist jobs in Buena Park, CA * Jobs at City of Buena Park in Buena Park, CA * Parking Enforcement Specialist salaries in Buena Park, CA City of Buena Park 9 reviews Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume