Parking Services Officer (Part-Time)

Description

The City of Laguna Beach Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Parking Services Officer (Part-Time).

The Position: Under supervision, the Parking Services Officer (Part-Time) patrols an assigned area of the City to enforce laws and ordinances related to the parking of motor vehicles; issues parking citations and tows vehicles in accordance with the relevant state and city codes; assists with traffic control; and performs related work as may be required. This position requires shift work which includes weekends, holidays and evening hours. The position is also subject to being on-call for traffic related incidents, road closures, and other emergency needs.

Reports to: Professional Services Administrator

Application / Selection Process: This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to undergo an interview evaluation of their knowledge, skills and abilities. Additional job-related skills testing may be used to assess an applicant's ability to perform successfully in this position. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Applicants would be email notified of any modifications.

Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a thorough background security investigation, polygraph examination, and pre-employment physical examination including a drug test.

Examples of Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Enforces all state laws, city ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the parking of vehicles on public and private property
• Directs traffic at collisions, special events, malfunctioning traffic signals, or wherever necessary
• Issues parking citations and warnings to violators
• Immobilizes vehicles for unpaid parking citations
• Assists the public and tourists with general inquiries and requests
• Stores and impounds vehicles when necessary for parking in violation of state laws and city ordinances
• Deploys radar trailers and electronic message boards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent is required

Experience: One (1) year of strong public contact work experience in a law enforcement agency is required. Any direct experience, training or coursework related to the field of parking enforcement is highly desirable.

License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of field duties which requires the operation of a City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of: Effective public relations practices, conflict resolution skills and techniques and general office procedures and equipment operation.

Ability to: Read, understand and enforce laws/ordinances relating to the parking of motor vehicles within the City; patrol an assigned beat and work an assigned shift which may include weekends, late evenings and holiday hours; deal effectively and diplomatically with the public and maintain positive public relations; exercise initiative in handling problems which develop in the field; exercise effective judgment and tact in handling problems which may arise in the field; communicate effectively both orally and in writing and understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions: This position requires intermittent to frequent walking and operating an assigned vehicle on city streets, including, sitting in and getting out of assigned vehicle for several hours during a shift. Walking is performed on moderate to steep hills, uneven terrain, hard surfaces, and up and down curbs. At times, the position will require standing in a stationary location for long periods of time to direct traffic. An incumbent must be able to see and hear in normal range with or without corrective devices, must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and safely stoop, twist, reach, bend and lift up to 25 pounds in weight. The operation of a hand-held computerized citation device requires finger, wrist, and hand strength and dexterity.

Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions with exposure to outdoor temperature variations noise and vehicle exhaust. Tasks may be performed in inclement weather and at times will include working late evening hours.

City of Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control.

The Department: The Police Department is organized into three divisions (Support and Investigative Services, Field Services, and Professional Services), and provides general law enforcement services, including animal control. The department augments its services with the assistance of reserve officers, community volunteers representing our various volunteer groups such as COPs, CERT, and the Animal Shelter, police explorers, and Police Cadet and Beach Patrol positions during the summer months.