Position Information Position Information Posting Title Parking Enforcement Officer (ATD Parking Enforment Employees Only) Job Requisition Number COA079386 Position Number 114939 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Parking Operations Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) years of public/municipal code enforcement or a related customer service field. Post- secondary law enforcement coursework may substitute for experience Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid drivers license Must be able to obtain successfully complete and pass the City parking enforcement training certification program which includes the application of transportation code, and in passing the course in Verbal Judo within three (3) months of regular employment. Physical Requirements: Requires light physical work with frequent standing and walking, lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs., reaching, bending, and stooping to mark vehicles and field of vision to move quickly or direct traffic and avoid being hit by vehicles. Note: Request that CBI be performed based on contact with the general public which includes vulnerable populations. Office is located in front of Pease Elementary. Notes to Applicants The Parking Enforcement Officer is assigned to areas of the City to enforce parking regulations and enforce local transportation ordinances and state laws governing parking of vehicles; issues citations, enters data into a hand help computer, directs vehicular and pedestrian traffic, writes reports, and responds to citizen complaints ensuring a safe environment for the general public. This position requires applicants with good moral standards to work with the public to enforce parking enforcement laws and city codes. Regarding your Application: A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., see resume or see Linked In Profile). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary. Pay Range $15.82 $18.57 Commensurate Hours Wednesday-Friday 1:30pm to Midnight; Saturday shift will alternate 10am to 8:30pm or 1:30pm to Midnight Job Close Date 01/06/2019 Type of Posting Division Only Department Austin Transportation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 1111 Rio Grande Austin, Texas 78701 Preferred Qualifications Must bring experience in resolving difficult situations, have excellent people skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prefer at least two years of college in a criminal justice or related field and experience. Must bring knowledge and/or interest in code enforcement and parking, enforce local transportation ordinances and state laws governing parking of vehicles or related. Position requires excellent: Computer skills to write and edit reports, etc. Written and verbal skills to talk to the public, prepare reports and respond to public inquiries. Must be able to handle and problem-solve difficult customer service issues related to complaints from the community and citizens. Investigates and resolves parking violation disputes, and involves police in incidents that involve abusive behavior. Credibility to represent the City in court hearings. Works closely with other city and county law enforcement units. Physical Standards: Must be able to walk 7 10 miles a day, requires frequent standing and walking, lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs., reaching, bending, and stooping to mark vehicles and field of vision to move quickly or direct traffic and avoid being hit by vehicles. As a civil servant must bring a solid reputation as a worker with good moral character. Must be able to walk up to 7 10 hours a day. Must bring excellent references that demonstrates leadership, difficult problem-solving and some knowledge in the enforcement field. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities For more information on the Duties, Functions and Responsibilites for this job please click here Knowledge, Skills and Abilities For more information on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for this job please click here Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.