Parking Control Assistant

• Performs similar tasks requiring some organizational skill and decision making abilities in regards to the application of prescribed procedures and established standards
• Enforces parking regulations through contact with public and issues parking citations and impounding of vehicles as necessary
• Monitors established traffic control points to control pedestrian and vehicular traffic
• May perform traffic control and/or security function for special events
• Responds to complaints or summons a supervisor or a police officer, as appropriate
• Responds to emergencies
• May include calling for medical assistance or assisting police officers in controlling an emergency situation
• Assists with emptying parking meters and pay stations
• May take statements from the public for purposes of police investigation
• Operates communications equipment, including telephone and two-way radio. Regular contact by telephone or in person with other departments or the public
• May serve as dispatcher, operating radio system and gate access control systems
• May perform clerical functions as assigned, to include but not limited to maintaining records, indexes and files, and computer data entry
• Assists other departmental work units during slack periods
• Uses established safety practices to protect health and safety of personnel and property
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

• Excellent driving record
• Basic computer and math skills
• Customer service skills

Working conditions: 

• Physical: Good physical condition. Standing and walking all day. Ability to navigate uneven terrain stepping onto and off of curbs. Stooping, climbing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs. to 100 lbs.
• Environmental: Exposure to extreme temperatures and outdoor work in all seasons. Will wear and maintain uniforms and work shift work.

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