Parking Enforcement Technician I

Examples of Duties

• issue parking citations to violators of the California Vehicle Code and City of Lakewood Municipal Code and other city policies pertaining to parking
• enforce violations on disabled parking, street sweeping and 72-hour parking
• respond to resident complaints concerning abandoned vehicles, expired registration, and vehicles parked blocking sidewalks, alleys and driveways
• arrange for towing or impounding of vehicles for 72-hour parking violation and expired registration
• maintain activity logs
• promote pleasant demeanor and effectively communicate with residents and colleagues
• interact with the public in a professional manner
• perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School, or equivalent
• One year of parking control experience is desirable
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California Operator's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record are required
• A current Driving Record printout from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must be submitted along with application

Knowledge

• Good customer service techniques
• safe driving techniques
• English usage and grammar
• basic knowledge of municipal parking enforcement laws, standards, regulations and techniques
• basic report writing techniques

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and write standard English at a level required for successful job performance
• understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• interpret, apply and explain laws, regulations, codes and ordinances
• prepare concise, accurate written and oral reports
• safely operate a motor vehicle
• operate hand-held computerized ticketing devices
• communicate effectively orally and in writing
• establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to see and hear within normal ranges
• grasping and dexterity to operate hand-held ticketing devices
• operate a personal computer
• drive, sit and walk for extended periods of time
• walk on slippery/uneven surfaces
• crouch, reach, bend and twist
• enter and exit motor vehicle frequently
• ability to work around moving vehicles

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to vehicle traffic, grease/oil, fumes, dust and the elements of working outside