Parking Control Officer (Part-Time)

City-of-Lake-Forest,-Ca; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Lake Forest, CA is seeking an entry-level Parking Control Officer for a part-time, non-benefited role in the municipal parking enforcement program. You will issue citations, coordinate tows, and assist the public with parking inquiries.

Hours are under 1,000 per fiscal year with varied weekly schedules, including weekday mornings and weekend shifts. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and a California Class C Driver's License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of work experience in parking enforcement or similar public-facing role.
• A valid California Class C Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Issue parking citations and warnings as part of the enforcement program.
• Coordinate vehicle tows in accordance with California Vehicle Code.
• Assist residents and visitors with parking-related inquiries and perform related duties.

Skills

Public contact

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

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.