Salary: $18.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Location : Healdsburg, CA 95448
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2024019
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 05/15/2024
Closing Date: 6/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description

The City of Healdsburg is seeking a highly motivated, customer service oriented individual to join the Police Department as a Parking Enforcement Officer! This a non-benefited, non-sworn, part-time position, up to 19 hours/week, no more than 960 hours per fiscal year.
Applications will be reviewed weekly. Interviews may be scheduled at any time until the position has been filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time, without notice. Prompt application is encouraged.
About the Parking Enforcement Officer:
Under general supervision, patrols assigned areas to enforce appropriate codes, laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to on-street and public parking; provides support during routine and emergency situations, and performs related duties as assigned. This is a non-sworn, civilian position within the Police Department. Incumbents patrol assigned areas of the city to ensure that automobiles are in compliance with parking laws and ordinances. Receives general supervision from Support Services Manager as well as sworn police staff.
Examples of Duties

• Patrol assigned areas and identify and issue citations to vehicles in violation of appropriate codes, laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to on-street and public parking;
• Identify and tag abandoned vehicles on public property; enforce vehicle abatement program on private property, and tow vehicles when necessary;
• Provide support to police personnel during routine and emergency situations;
• Monitor and report parking signing and marking problems to appropriate department;
• Respond to public complaints of abandoned vehicles;
• Testify in court cases related to parking violations and citations as required;
• Assist sworn officers in the location of stolen vehicles;
• Maintain records related to work performed;
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Applicable codes, laws and regulations (City ordinances, vehicle code and penal code).
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Basic mathematics
• Policies and procedures related to the department to which assigned.
• Basic recording keeping principles and practices.
• Modern office methods, practices and equipment.

Ability to:

• Respond quickly and effectively in difficult situations.
• Deal with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare and maintain organized and accurate records, clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general procedural guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Understand and carrying out oral and written directions.
• Learn to read, interpret and apply parking codes and ordinances.
• Perform routine mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor, personal or on-line computer, and centralized telephone equipment.
• Work under stress and adapt quickly to a variety of personalities and situations.
• Learn the location of major streets, public places and landmarks within the City limits.
• Project a calm and reasoning demeanor while dealing with irate or emotionally distraught individuals.

A typical way of gaining the knowledge and abilities outlined above is: Equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED and one year of experience in a public safety setting requiring substantial public contact skills. Additional coursework in criminal justice is desirable.
License and Certifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles during the course of employment.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, incumbents are regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move weight up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works without use of a vehicle. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Incumbents must demonstrate emotional stability and an even temperament. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Incumbents must be able to operate the parking enforcement vehicle in a variety of traffic conditions.
Supplemental Information

Prior to employment as a Parking Enforcement Officer, candidates will be required to successfully complete the following: Chief's interview and evaluation; pass a thorough background investigation, and complete physical examination prior to actual hire.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed online City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your online application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may not be reviewed as part of the application screening process, unless the application specifically requests supporting materials.

HELPFUL TIPS WHEN APPLYING:

• Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• List all employers and positions held within the last ten (10) years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten (10) years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one (1) employer, list out each position separately.
• Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

BACKGROUND SCREENING:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to fingerprinting and a background investigation prior to employment. Failure to comply with the background will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Healdsburg values diversity and is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace environment that is representative of the community. The City is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces and diversity of our employees where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in employment. Requests for reasonable accommodations needed to participate in the recruitment process may be made by contacting Human Resources within five (5) business days of being noticed that an event requiring accommodation is occurring. You may also contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 431-3322.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the part-time Parking Enforcement Officer position and to assist the Human Resources Department in assess each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questions will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next steps of the recruitment process.

• I understand.

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What is your highest level of education?

• Did not complete high school or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college
• AA Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

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How many years of professional experience do you have with the public in parking enforcement and citation writing?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 4 years
• 4 or more years

04

Please list any coursework or training you have in parking enforcement or a closely related field.
05

Do you currently possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Fluent
• N/A

Required Question