What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parking Enforcement Officer (Provisional) position at Louisville Metro Government?
RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.
FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)
Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Incumbents in this position perform routine observation and enforcement work of the parking ordinances of the City of Buffalo and State of New York. This position is characterized by a broad responsibility for the issuance of parking summonses for violations on city streets, public/private property on a daily basis. Incumbents may be required to work any of the three shifts including weekends performing duties. They are guided by policy, procedures and specific guidelines in terms of services to be provided. Incumbents receive general directions and supervision from superiors.
Examples of work (Illustration Only)
Issues summonses for parking violations to conform with established departmental procedures on a daily basis:
Assists in special towing and mini-towing operations such as removal of abandoned and scofflawed vehicles and emergency operations:
May make deliveries of varied materials as necessary.
Assists other city agencies in various operations.
May be required to work shift work including weekends.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a current New York State Driver's License that must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.
Additional Information
Working knowledge of the geography of the City of Buffalo;
Ability to understand and interpret written material, i.e. laws and ordinances pertaining to parking enforcement;
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of situations arising from performing the duties of a Parking Enforcement Officer;
Ability to be trained in the operation of a hand-held computer and printer;
Ability to be responsible for care and maintenance of equipment used by a Parking Enforcement Officer;
Ability to write legibly; ability to follow oral and written instructions;
Ability to get along well with others; ability to deal with the general public;,
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
The City of Buffalo's benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love one's, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.
Our Offerings Include
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.
FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)
Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Incumbents in this position perform routine observation and enforcement work of the parking ordinances of the City of Buffalo and State of New York. This position is characterized by a broad responsibility for the issuance of parking summonses for violations on city streets, public/private property on a daily basis. Incumbents may be required to work any of the three shifts including weekends performing duties. They are guided by policy, procedures and specific guidelines in terms of services to be provided. Incumbents receive general directions and supervision from superiors.
Examples of work (Illustration Only)
Issues summonses for parking violations to conform with established departmental procedures on a daily basis:
- accurately completes related forms daily;
- enters information regarding parking violations on a hand-held computer and printer;
- applies vehicle immobilizer (boot) when necessary.
- maintains fluid levels, tire inflation and cleanliness of city-owned vehicles;
Assists in special towing and mini-towing operations such as removal of abandoned and scofflawed vehicles and emergency operations:
- verifies vehicles and processes towing orders for vehicles that should be towed;
- may be required to work during emergencies, special events and/or snow removal.
May make deliveries of varied materials as necessary.
Assists other city agencies in various operations.
May be required to work shift work including weekends.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a current New York State Driver's License that must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.
Additional Information
Working knowledge of the geography of the City of Buffalo;
Ability to understand and interpret written material, i.e. laws and ordinances pertaining to parking enforcement;
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of situations arising from performing the duties of a Parking Enforcement Officer;
Ability to be trained in the operation of a hand-held computer and printer;
Ability to be responsible for care and maintenance of equipment used by a Parking Enforcement Officer;
Ability to write legibly; ability to follow oral and written instructions;
Ability to get along well with others; ability to deal with the general public;,
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
The City of Buffalo's benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love one's, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.
Our Offerings Include
- Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)
- New York State Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Liberal holidays & vacation
- Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential