Parking Enforcement & Events Officer

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University is seeking a Parking Enforcement & Events Officer to enforce transportation and parking regulations, issue citations, and provide information on-site during events. The role requires driving, clear communication, and the ability to interact with a diverse campus community.

The position emphasizes field work, handling special events, and ensuring safe, orderly operations across university facilities. A valid driver’s license and insurable driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills and abilities required for the role as listed in the posting.
• Excellent observation and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to learn and interpret parking regulations and procedures.
• Capability to learn and use several computer software programs.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive a vehicle safely and enter/exit regularly during shifts.
• Ability to record detailed vehicle information (make, model, year, license plate).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to defuse confrontations.
• Ability to work with diverse customer groups and provide direction to customers.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is to write citations for vehicles in violation of university regulations.
• Disseminate parking information while in the field and assist at special events.

Skills

Superb observation skills

Interpret parking regulations

Learn and use computer software

Walk/stand for extended periods

Drive a vehicle safely

Record vehicle information

Excellent people skills

Organizational & supervisory skills

Communicate verbally and in writing

Read policies and provide direction

Work with diverse customer groups

Job description

• Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Human Resources at:
  [phone]
  [e-mail]
• Teaching and Research Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Academic Affairs at:
  [e-mail]

Parking Enforcement & Events Officer

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Must bring Driver's License to interview
• Must provide DMV Driving Record

Position Information

Role Title

Role Title Security Officer II

Role Code

Role Code 69112

Pay Band

Pay Band 02

Working Title

Working Title Parking Enforcement & Events Officer

Position Number

Position Number 01489A

Department

Department PARKING FACILITIES

Location

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job

Type of Job Full Time

EEO Category

EEO Category D Protective Service Workers

Job Description

The individual in this position is expected to perform duties within the Transportation and Parking Services Department with the primary responsibility being to write citations on vehicles found in violation of University Transportation and Parking Services regulations. The individual will disseminate parking and other directory information while in the field and work special events as needed.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Superb observation skills required.
• Requires ability to learn and interpret parking regulations and procedures.
• Ability to learn and utilize several different computer software programs.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive a vehicle safely and get in and out of a vehicle regularly throughout the work shift.
• Requires ability to focus and record detailed vehicle information, including vehicle make, model, year, and license plate data.
• Excellent people skills are required, including the demonstrated ability to positively direct customers, disseminate information, and defuse confrontations.
• Demonstrated organization and supervisory skills, and the ability to react positively to dynamic and stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to communicate via two-way radio using short and direct commands.
• Ability to read policies and instructions and provide direction to subordinates.
• Ability to work with diverse customer groups.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid Driver’s License & Insurable Driving Record

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Some experience in a customer relations type position.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

None

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Driver’s License
• Insurable Driving Record

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 31579

Job Requisition Number

Job Requisition Number S03441

Job Open To

Job Open To General Public

Open Date

Open Date 10/28/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/11/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

• Must bring Driver’s License to interview
• Must provide DMV Driving Record

Criminal Background Check

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page

Department Home Page

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone].

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?
  • Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)
  • No
• * Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Yellow Layoff Form
• Blue Layoff Card
• AHP Letter
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50)

If you have questions:
Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Cultureat [phone] or [e-mail] .
Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at [e-mail] .