Parking and Transportation Coordinator

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of La Verne is seeking a Parking and Transportation Coordinator to serve as the campus’ front-facing representative for safety, transportation, and administrative coordination. The role manages parking permits, visitor passes, and the university fleet, while coordinating DMV paperwork and driver authorizations to ensure compliance and smooth operations.

The position requires a valid California driver’s license, 2+ years of administrative experience, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in organization, business administration, public administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of administrative or office support experience.
• Driving: Valid California Class C Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front-facing representative of Campus Safety & Transportation, handling admissions, passes, and campus vehicle access.
• Schedule departmental van rentals, coordinate repairs and maintenance with mechanics, and manage DMV paperwork and payments.
• Provide backup dispatch support and ensure compliance with insurance requirements and campus safety policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Fleet management systems

Parking management systems

Job description

The Parking and Transportation Coordinator is the front-facing representative of the Campus Safety and Transportation Department, serving as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role manages parking permits; visitor passes and provides direct customer service to the campus community. In addition, the coordinator oversees the university fleet by scheduling departmental van rentals, ensuring vehicles are ready for use, coordinating repairs and maintenance with mechanics, and keeping DMV paperwork and payments current. The coordinator is also responsible for managing all driver authorizations for university vehicles, ensuring compliance with institutional and insurance requirements. Reporting to the Executive Director of Campus Safety & Emergency Management, this position combines customer service, administrative support, and logistical coordination to ensure efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, accessible campus. The coordinator also provides backup coverage for dispatch as needed, requiring flexibility and strong attention to detail.

Job Description Summary

The Parking and Transportation Coordinator is the front-facing representative of the Campus Safety and Transportation Department, serving as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role manages parking permits; visitor passes and provides direct customer service to the campus community. In addition, the coordinator oversees the university fleet by scheduling departmental van rentals, ensuring vehicles are ready for use, coordinating repairs and maintenance with mechanics, and keeping DMV paperwork and payments current. The coordinator is also responsible for managing all driver authorizations for university vehicles, ensuring compliance with institutional and insurance requirements. Reporting to the Executive Director of Campus Safety & Emergency Management, this position combines customer service, administrative support, and logistical coordination to ensure efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and a safe, accessible campus. The coordinator also provides backup coverage for dispatch as needed, requiring flexibility and strong attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in organization, business administration, public administration, or a related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of administrative or office support experience. Experience in a customer service or public-facing role is required. Driving and Compliance: Valid California Class C Driver’s License and a clean driving record. Ability to pass University background check and any required pre-employment screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

Customer Service & Communication Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide professional, friendly, and effective customer service. Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with students, faculty, staff, visitors, mechanics, and external vendors. Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, particularly in handling parking disputes, appeals, and inquiries. Organizational & Administrative Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities such as permits, event logistics, fleet scheduling, and DMV deadlines. Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records, databases, and compliance documentation. Ability to plan and coordinate logistics for campus events and transportation needs. Technical & Analytical Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace) and the ability to learn parking/fleet management systems. Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fleet scheduling, and mechanical service coordination. Ability to interpret and apply university, regional, and state transportation/parking regulations. Operational & Safety Knowledge of parking enforcement practices and the ability to monitor compliance fairly and consistently. Familiarity with driver authorization processes, DMV requirements, and insurance compliance. Ability to provide backup dispatch support, including multitasking and effective communication under pressure. Professional Attributes Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Maintains a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment. Strong sense of accountability, reliability, and discretion. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, campus events, and urgent transportation needs.