TRAFFIC INFRACTION ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (INTERNAL POLICE CANDIDATES ONLY)

Description

NATURE OF WORK

This position performs specialized administrative, technical, and investigative work in support of the City's automated traffic enforcement operations, including red-light and school-zone speed enforcement programs, as applicable.

An employee in this classification reviews photographic, video, and electronic evidence to identify potential traffic infractions; verifies vehicle and registration information; determines whether violations meet applicable statutory and procedural requirements; and prepares or issues notices of violation and uniform traffic citations as authorized.
Work requires independent judgment, attention to detail, impartial decision-making, confidentiality, and the ability to interpret and apply applicable Florida Statutes, municipal ordinances, departmental policies, and established enforcement procedures.
The employee may present evidence and testimony during administrative hearings or other authorized proceedings, respond to public inquiries, and maintain accurate records of enforcement activities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a designated supervisor and is reviewed through reports, audits, conferences, and evaluation of results.
Note: This employee is also required to maintain CJIS Level 4 certification.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews photographic, video, and electronic data generated by automated traffic enforcement systems to identify potential violations of applicable traffic laws and ordinances.
• Examines vehicle images, license plates, registration information, and other available evidence to verify the identity of vehicles involved in potential infractions.
• Evaluates evidence for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable legal requirements and established departmental procedures.
• Determines whether evidence supports the issuance of a notice of violation or uniform traffic citation and takes appropriate action within the authority of the classification.
• Prepares, processes, and issues traffic enforcement documentation in accordance with applicable Florida Statutes, City ordinances, and departmental procedures.
• Prepares and presents documentation, photographic evidence, and testimony in connection with contested violations before hearing officers, courts, or other authorized proceedings.
• Responds to inquiries from motorists, residents, and other interested parties regarding enforcement procedures, notices of violation, and related administrative processes.
• Maintains accurate electronic and physical records of enforcement activities, case dispositions, evidence, and supporting documentation.
• Prepares reports and statistical summaries regarding enforcement activities, citation processing, and program operations.
• Maintains confidentiality, integrity, security, and appropriate retention of enforcement records and digital evidence in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Identifies potential discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, data errors, and system irregularities and reports concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinates with departmental staff, information technology personnel, and authorized vendors to support the resolution of technical or operational issues.
• Assists with quality assurance reviews to promote consistency, accuracy, and compliance in traffic enforcement operations.
• Remains current on applicable traffic enforcement laws, regulations, technologies, policies, and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a closely related field preferred.
• PROOF OF HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)
  
  
  

EXPERIENCE

• Considerable full-time paid experience in in law enforcement, public safety, traffic enforcement, regulatory compliance, or related administrative and investigative work involving records review, interpretation of laws and regulations, and public interaction.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of applicable Florida traffic laws and regulations governing automated traffic enforcement.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of traffic enforcement, investigative review, and evidence documentation.
• Knowledge of
• administrative hearing procedures and requirements for presenting evidence and testimony.
• Knowledge of records management, public records, confidentiality, and security requirements.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures, computer applications, electronic records systems, and digital imaging technology.
• Ability to review and interpret photographic, video, and electronic evidence accurately and objectively.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment while applying laws, regulations, policies, and established procedures.
• Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, and make appropriate determinations based on available evidence.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports, records, correspondence, and enforcement documentation.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and tactfully with members of the public, coworkers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to explain enforcement procedures and administrative decisions in an impartial manner.
• Ability to present evidence and testimony clearly and confidently during hearings or other authorized proceedings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information.
• Ability to learn and effectively operate specialized traffic enforcement software and related technology.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and meet established deadlines.