Parking Enforcement Officer

City of Hickory•Hickory, NC

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for the enforcement of local and state laws and ordinances pertaining to traffic direction and parking enforcement. The role involves patrolling areas to detect and deter parking violations, issuing tickets, and assisting with traffic control during accidents and special events. The officer will also provide information to the public, handle payments for citations, issue construction parking permits, and perform courier duties for the department. Ongoing training is required.

Requirements

Knowledge of relevant state laws, traffic codes, city ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
Skill in operating police vehicles and emergency equipment.
Skill in dealing with the general public.
Skill in the maintenance of department records.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Patrols business and residential areas to detect and deter parking violations; issues parking tickets.
Assists with traffic control upon request by patrol units at traffic accidents.
Provides traffic direction and control at special events such as parades, funerals, and ball games.
Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary.
Maintains and inspects assigned patrol vehicle.
Completes all required reports and forms and parking tickets and citations; mails letters to those receiving parking tickets and civil citations.
Receives monies paid for parking tickets and civil citations.
Issues construction parking permits.
Assists the general public with directions and other related matters.
Attends ongoing training classes as required.
Performs courier duties for the department.
Performs other related duties as assigned.