Parking Enforcement Officer

California State University, Northridge•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$3,703 - $5,395•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Parking Enforcement Officer enforces parking regulations, patrols campus parking facilities, supports traffic and parking operations for special events, provides motorist assistance, and responds to public inquiries. The role uses parking enforcement technology, coordinates parking-related activities, and promotes a safe and efficient campus environment. The position also coordinates campus parking functions, projects, and programs—including parking permits, signage, and traffic control—and analyzes parking operational issues and recommends changes. It is a regular, full-time position working 40 hours per week on an evening, rotating shift assignment that includes weekends and special events. The position has a one-year probationary period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of related experience.
Possession of a California Driver’s License.
Working knowledge of applicable procedures and regulations related to parking and traffic control.
Ability to understand and apply a variety of laws, rules, and regulations.
Working knowledge of applicable radio codes.
Ability to independently make effective decisions and judgments in emergency situations.
Ability to analyze parking operational issues and recommend procedural changes.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the campus community and applicable public agencies.
Ability to convey clear, concise communications and directions and conduct training for staff and the campus community.

Responsibilities

Enforce parking rules and regulations by patrolling parking facilities on bikes, on foot, on electrically assisted mobile devices, and in vehicles to identify violations involving automobiles, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and other vehicles.
Use License Plate Recognition (LPR) equipment to identify scofflaws; arrange immobilization and/or towing; locate lost, stolen, or counterfeit permits; and take appropriate enforcement action.
Plan and coordinate parking programs, including parking and safety coordination for campus special events and commencement ceremonies.
Provide traffic control and set up equipment for special events.
Coordinate campus parking functions, projects, and programs, including parking permits, signage, and traffic control.
Analyze parking operation issues and recommend changes.
Provide motorist assistance, including lockouts and jumpstarts, to visitors, students, faculty, and staff on campus.
Assist the public with directions and summon help or other assistance as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.