Parking Control Attendant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UK's Exceptional Benefits

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a dependable Parking Control Officer to support safe, efficient, and accessible campus transportation operations. This role ensures compliance with university parking regulations, enhances the campus experience, and serves students, faculty, staff, visitors, and motorists.

The Parking Control Officer monitors parking areas and entrances, enforces regulations, and promotes safe traffic operations across the campus.

Qualifications

• HS education required.
• No prior parking experience required.
• Experience providing professional customer service.
• Ability to operate parking enforcement technology.

Responsibilities

• Enforce parking regulations by verifying permits and issuing citations.
• Monitor campus parking areas and traffic flow for safety and efficiency.
• Provide professional customer service and directions to motorists.
• Respond to vehicle-related issues and assist with equipment.
• Operate enforcement tech, radios, and handheld devices daily.
• Immobilize and impound vehicles per policy.
• Inspect parking equipment and communicate maintenance needs.
• Process payments with cash register and card equipment.
• Support events and daily operations with related tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of parking, traffic, and safety regs while operating University vehicles.

Skills

Parking enforcement

Traffic regulations

Bicycle regulations

Campus transportation policies

Education

HS

Tools

Hand-held ticket writer

T2 Flex Software

Cash register

Credit card equipment

Vehicle battery charger

Hydraulic cutter

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Parking Control Attendant

Requisition Number RE56028

Working Title PCO

Department Name 3T000:Transportation Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 40

Salary Range $15.61-24.99/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full‑Time

Required Education HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements ability to work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods, must be able to stand and work for prolonged periods while patrolling campus and issuing parking citations, frequent interactions with the public, providing customer service and professionally handling challenging or upset individuals, must be able to operate a two‑way radio and handheld electronic ticket writer, follow written and verbal instructions, provide directions to campus visitors, and accurately communicate information, ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Shift More than 1 shift available:

Monday – Friday; 3:15 pm – 11:15 pm; (37.5 hours/week)

Evening Shift. (37.5 hours/week)

Weekends, holidays, and overtime possible.

Job Summary The University of Kentucky is seeking a dependable and customer-focused Parking Control Officer ( PCO ) to support safe, efficient, and accessible campus transportation operations. This role plays an essential part in maintaining compliance with University parking regulations, enhancing the campus experience, and providing exceptional service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and motorists. The Parking Control Officer is responsible for monitoring parking areas and campus entrances, enforcing parking regulations, and promoting safe traffic operations throughout campus.

What You’ll Do

• Enforce University parking regulations by verifying permits, issuing citations, and taking appropriate action on parking violations.
• Monitor campus parking areas, entrances, and traffic flow to promote safe and efficient transportation operations.
• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting motorists, answering questions, providing directions, and offering safety information in a professional manner.
• Respond to vehicle-related issues and provide motorist assistance, including support with parking equipment and operational concerns.
• Operate parking enforcement systems, handheld ticket‑writing devices, two‑way radios, and other technology used in daily operations.
• Immobilize and impound vehicles in accordance with University policies and established procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of parking equipment, gates, and facilities; troubleshoot minor issues and communicate maintenance concerns to supervisors.
• Process payments and maintain accurate cash‑handling procedures using cash register and credit card equipment.
• Support campus events and daily parking operations through curb painting, facility maintenance, and other assigned operational tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of parking, bicycle, traffic, and safety regulations while operating University vehicles and equipment responsibly.

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of parking enforcement procedures, traffic regulations, bicycle regulations, and campus transportation policies.
• Experience providing professional customer service and communicating effectively with various populations, including students, faculty, staff, visitors, and motorists.
• Ability to operate parking enforcement technology, handheld ticket‑writing devices, communication equipment, and related operational tools.
• Understanding of cash‑handling procedures, citation processes, vehicle immobilization practices, and parking control operations.
• Ability to assess situations, resolve routine issues, and refer complex concerns to appropriate supervisors.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear directions, safety information, and assistance in a courteous and professional manner.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and service‑oriented campus environment.

What’s In It For You

• Meaningful impact: Support a safe and efficient campus environment while helping create a positive experience for students, employees, and visitors.
• Customer service excellence: Serve as a visible University representative by providing assistance, information, and support to the campus community.
• Operational experience: Develop skills in parking enforcement, traffic management, safety procedures, equipment operation, and campus operations.
• Professional growth: Gain valuable experience in public safety, transportation operations, customer relations, and University service.
• UK's Exceptional Benefits

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

I Phone Ticket Writer, Cash Register/Credit Card Equipment, Battery Charger Immobilization Device.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Customer Service, Cash Handling, Parking/Security/Police experience.

Hand-held ticket writer, T2 Flex Software, Cash Register/Credit Card Equipment, Vehicle Battery Charger, Hydraulic Cutter.

Driver’s license preferred

Deadline to Apply

10/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.