What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parking Officer position at Cal State University (CSU) LA?
Job No:560265; 07/19/2026
Parking Officer
Parking Officer I
Public Safety
Salary Range : $3,747 - $5,043/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range: $3,747 - $3,822/Monthly)
Work Schedule : Full-Time, Monday - Friday, variable work schedule; non-exempt classification.
Essential Functions : Under the general guidance of the parking officer lead, the incumbent will patrol parking lots, provide traffic direction and control, enforce parking regulations; provide customer service, issue parking citations and provide direction to the campus for visiting community, including from the Welcome Center and Information Kiosk or while performing field enforcement and traffic duties. Incumbent will assist customers with the use of parking pay stations, with the use of the campus parking mobile app, and answer questions related to the license plate recognition (LPR) system. Incumbent will follow beat/post assignments; issue parking citations to vehicles violating parking regulations and for any parking violations under the California Vehicle Code; appear in court as an expert witness for third level appeals in representation of the university. Incumbent will perform vehicle unlocks; assist with collection and deposit of meter stations' funds as per policy; perform vehicle battery-jumps; enforce parking for disabled placard misuse; process impounds for tow-eligible vehicles with delinquent citations; report suspicious or malicious activity to police dispatcher; and escort emergency vehicles during campus emergencies. Incumbent will assist with campus events parking needs; attend court when subpoenaed to defend university in parking citation matters. Incumbent will attend training and maintain current on training standards; cover breaks at the Information Centers as needed; perform vacant lot counts each semester; perform campus light and emergency phone malfunction surveys as directed. Incumbent will assist with the coordination of campus parking functions, including parking for special events; follow policies and procedures set forth by the Department. Incumbent will follow work schedules as assigned by management, as per CSUEU collective bargaining agreement.
Required Qualifications & Experience : Entry to the first level within this classification requires high school level reading, writing and mathematical abilities. The nature of the duties may also require successful completion of a background check. High school diploma or equivalent plus three to six months related experience would normally achieve these entry qualifications. Knowledge of University parking regulations, California Vehicle Code parking sections and all department policies as well as a working knowledge of applicable radio codes and equipment. Preparation of records for Municipal Court in support to serve as an expert witness, which includes good writing and communication skills. Incumbent must have experience using Word and Excel software programs. Must possess a California Drivers' License. Must possess strong interpersonal skills; be clear, concise and detail-oriented. Incumbent must have the ability to relate to faculty, staff, students and the general public in a tactful and cooperative manner. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications : Minimum of one-year experience working in a parking or enforcement-related program.
Ability to interface and communicate effectively with diverse community. Ability to work independently and make reasonable decisions with limited to no supervision.
Closing Date : Review of applications will begin on August 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To obtain employment information for the impaired call:
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Advertised: Jul 19 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Parking Officer
Parking Officer I
Public Safety
Salary Range : $3,747 - $5,043/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range: $3,747 - $3,822/Monthly)
Work Schedule : Full-Time, Monday - Friday, variable work schedule; non-exempt classification.
Essential Functions : Under the general guidance of the parking officer lead, the incumbent will patrol parking lots, provide traffic direction and control, enforce parking regulations; provide customer service, issue parking citations and provide direction to the campus for visiting community, including from the Welcome Center and Information Kiosk or while performing field enforcement and traffic duties. Incumbent will assist customers with the use of parking pay stations, with the use of the campus parking mobile app, and answer questions related to the license plate recognition (LPR) system. Incumbent will follow beat/post assignments; issue parking citations to vehicles violating parking regulations and for any parking violations under the California Vehicle Code; appear in court as an expert witness for third level appeals in representation of the university. Incumbent will perform vehicle unlocks; assist with collection and deposit of meter stations' funds as per policy; perform vehicle battery-jumps; enforce parking for disabled placard misuse; process impounds for tow-eligible vehicles with delinquent citations; report suspicious or malicious activity to police dispatcher; and escort emergency vehicles during campus emergencies. Incumbent will assist with campus events parking needs; attend court when subpoenaed to defend university in parking citation matters. Incumbent will attend training and maintain current on training standards; cover breaks at the Information Centers as needed; perform vacant lot counts each semester; perform campus light and emergency phone malfunction surveys as directed. Incumbent will assist with the coordination of campus parking functions, including parking for special events; follow policies and procedures set forth by the Department. Incumbent will follow work schedules as assigned by management, as per CSUEU collective bargaining agreement.
Required Qualifications & Experience : Entry to the first level within this classification requires high school level reading, writing and mathematical abilities. The nature of the duties may also require successful completion of a background check. High school diploma or equivalent plus three to six months related experience would normally achieve these entry qualifications. Knowledge of University parking regulations, California Vehicle Code parking sections and all department policies as well as a working knowledge of applicable radio codes and equipment. Preparation of records for Municipal Court in support to serve as an expert witness, which includes good writing and communication skills. Incumbent must have experience using Word and Excel software programs. Must possess a California Drivers' License. Must possess strong interpersonal skills; be clear, concise and detail-oriented. Incumbent must have the ability to relate to faculty, staff, students and the general public in a tactful and cooperative manner. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications : Minimum of one-year experience working in a parking or enforcement-related program.
Ability to interface and communicate effectively with diverse community. Ability to work independently and make reasonable decisions with limited to no supervision.
Closing Date : Review of applications will begin on August 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To obtain employment information for the impaired call:
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Advertised: Jul 19 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Salary : $3,747 - $5,043