Parking Control Officer (Part-Time)

City of Lake Forest; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Lake Forest is seeking an entry-level Parking Control Officer for a part-time, non-benefited position in the municipal parking enforcement program.Responsibilities include issuing citations, coordinating vehicle tows, and assisting residents with parking inquiries.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of related experience, and a valid California Class C Driver's License. Schedule is varied with multiple short shifts weekly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of work experience involving parking enforcement or substantial public contact.
• Valid California Class C Driver's License required; ability to maintain insurability.

Responsibilities

• Issue parking citations and warnings.
• Coordinate vehicle tows in accordance with the California Vehicle Code.
• Assist residents and visitors with parking-related inquiries.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Public customer service

Parking enforcement

Public contact

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

California Driver's License

Job description

THE POSITION:

Are you looking for an entry level position part-time position in municipal code enforcement? If you take pride in maintaining order, providing excellent customer service, and helping ensure compliance with local regulations, we encourage you to apply for ourParking Control Officerposition!

In this role, you will perform a variety of technical duties that support the City's parking enforcement program. Responsibilities include issuing parking citations and warnings, coordinating vehicle tows in accordance with the California Vehicle Code, assisting residents and visitors with parking-related inquiries, and performing related duties as assigned.

Application Deadline:

October 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

WORK SCHEDULE AND HOURS:

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position, limited to fewer than1,000 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

Hours may vary significantly from week to week.

Typical Schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 4-hour shift beginning at 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM (depending on the day)
• One 5-hour shift per month on a weekend day (alternating Saturdays and Sundays)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and one (1) year of work experience involving parking enforcement and considerable public contact, preferably in a governmental agency responsible for parking enforcement activities.

License and/or Certificates:

A valid California Class C Driver's License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy.

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RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:

First Round Interviews:

November 10, 2026

Interview dates are tentative and subject to change. Candidates are encouraged to plan accordingly, as this is the anticipated interview schedule.