Noncareer Code Assistant I- Parking Enforcement Officer

Description

Patrol an assigned area by vehicle or on foot to ensure public compliance with existing parking ordinance.

Patrol properties to maintain safety.

• Issue warnings and citations for illegally parked vehicles.
• Enter and retrieve information pertaining to parking citations using hand-held computers.
• Maintain close communications with Parking Enforcement Management, using cell phones.
• Relay information about incidents or emergencies to Southfield Police Dispatch.
• Appear in court at hearings regarding contested traffic citations.
• Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
• Report abandoned vehicles.

Prepare and maintain required records, including logs of parking enforcement activities.

• Observe and report hazardous conditions such as missing traffic signals or signs, and markings that need to be repainted.
• Ensure routine vehicle maintenance is performed by presenting vehicles to Public Works personnel weekly, and report mechanical problems to supervisors.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Extensive public contact experience and highly effective communication skills required.
• Sufficient physical skills to successfully accomplish essential functions in stated environment, with or without accommodation.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to work individually with minimal supervision in the field.
• Positive working relationships with co-workers; positive public-service attitude required.

Additional Information

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/H, Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for benefits.