Parking Compliance Supervisor

University of South Carolina; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking a Parking Compliance Supervisor to oversee campus parking enforcement staff. The role will schedule, dispatch, and coordinate enforcement activities across campus, ensuring adherence to parking regulations and safety protocols.

You will supervise staff, provide guidance, and liaise with dispatch for incident reporting. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 1+ year in a related field; preferred candidates will have 3+ years in parking and

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1+ year of related experience.
• Experience with parking management preferred.
• Knowledge of parking rules and regulations and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise parking compliance staff and coordinate dispatch.
• Enforce parking rules and issue citations as needed.
• Maintain communications with dispatch and reporting of incidents.
• Provide training and feedback to staff and monitor performance.
• Ensure safety and security for campus parking areas.

Skills

Customer focus

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Parking knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Parking systems

Ticketing software

Electronic payments

Job description

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 15, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Professional Development Opportunities

Monday - Friday 3:00 pm -11:30 pm (may work additional hours depending on the departmental needs) Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Transportation/Parking

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Posting Summary

Posting Number STA00658PO26

Job Family Transportation

Job Function Parking

USC Market Title Parking Supervisor

Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/144973

Job Level P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Parking Compliance Supervisor

Campus Columbia

Work County Richland College/Division Division of Administration and Finance Department DAF Parking and Transportation Services

State Pay Range G08 USC Market Range MRE - $49,700 $60,882 $72,065

Anticipated Hiring Range $49,700 - $60,882

Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 40

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 3:00 pm -11:30 pm (may work additional hours depending on the departmental needs)

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category Transportation/Parking

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description Advertised Job Summary Supervise operational duties of parking compliance enforcement staff. Ensure personnel are scheduled and dispatched to enforce parking and vehicle regulations campus wide.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Independent Staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of proven parking industry experience is highly preferred.
• Any additional certification, training, education in industry related category is highly preferred.
• Experienced in extended outdoor working conditions, including foot patrols in parking lots and garages, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Customer-focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in making sound decisions and thriving in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to provide clear instructions, explain policies, and document incidents or violations.
• Ability to handle difficult situations with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Familiarity with parking management systems, ticketing software, and electronic payment systems.

Job Duties

• Supervise parking compliance staff in the areas which they patrol and monitor.
• Communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback to assist employees with performance toward goal attainment.
• Patrol assigned parking areas to ensure appropriate presence of compliance staff and facilitate their work as needed.
• Monitor retrieval of meter funds collected and report malfunctioning meters to meter repair.
• Enforce university parking rules and regulations when communicating with compliance field staff and when writing citations.
• Maintain close communication with dispatch to relay information about incidents, safety hazards or emergencies on or around campus to contribute to overall public safety.
• Observe safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
• Train staff in proper issuing of citations, counsel employees regarding work performance, and prepare documentation of disciplinary problems.
• Inspect work in progress and status of parking areas to determine need for additional training or work required.
• Maintain regular contact with compliance staff on duty to support their efforts in the field.
• Receive information from patrol regarding proper posting of signage, adequate lighting, parking meter status and maintenance of surface lots and garages.
• Take appropriate action when needed, and or notify appropriate department resource to address findings.

Essential Function 1 (40% of Time)

• Enforce university parking rules and regulations when communicating with compliance field staff and when writing citations.
• Maintain close communication with dispatch to relay information about incidents, safety hazards or emergencies on or around campus to contribute to overall public safety.
• Observe safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Essential Function 2 (20% of Time)

• Train staff in proper issuing of citations, counsel employees regarding work performance, and prepare documentation of disciplinary problems.
• Inspect work in progress and status of parking areas to determine need for additional training or work required.

Essential Function 3 (20% of Time)

• Maintain regular contact with compliance staff on duty to support their efforts in the field.
• Receive information from patrol regarding proper posting of signage, adequate lighting, parking meter status and maintenance of surface lots and garages.
• Take appropriate action when needed, and or notify appropriate department resource to address findings.

Essential Function 4 (20% of Time)

• Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
• Hazardous weather category Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 08/31/2026 Job Close Date 10/15/2026 Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.