Parking Enforcement Aide

The purpose of this position is to enforce parking regulations through the issuance of overtime parking citations and violations of handicap parking within the City.

Essential Functions: 

• Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
• Communicates and interacts with the public daily; assists public with directions, complaints and general instructions.
• Operates a hand-held computer, radio and pager.
• Enters data into a hand-held computer to enforce parking laws on a uniform and impartial basis.
• Prepares handwritten records accurately and legibly.
• Provides accurate court testimony in the prosecution of overtime parking violations.
• Informs Police Communications when the need for law enforcement or other emergency services is apparent.
• Communicates with city court for outstanding tickets for car booting.
• Communicates with dispatch for emergencies and zone car for backup.
• Maintains confidentiality about information learned on the job.
• Performs other work as assigned.

 Physical Demands: 

• Work is performed typically standing and walking; however, sitting, bending, stooping, and reaching is required on an intermittent basis.
• Walking approximately eight (8) to ten (10) miles per day on concrete and asphalt and work in all weather conditions and on uneven terrain.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Requires High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to carry a hand-held computer weighing two (2) pounds and physical dexterity to enter data.

 Special Certifications and Licenses: 

• None.

 The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.