Parking Enforcement Officer

California State University, Chico; California; On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge is seeking a Parking Enforcement Officer to enforce parking regulations, patrol campus facilities, and support traffic operations for events. The role involves using LPR tech, coordinating parking programs, and assisting motorists as needed to ensure a safe, efficient campus environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience, plus a California Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience.
• Possession of a California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Enforce parking rules and patrol campus lots by bike, foot, or devices.
• Use LPR equipment to identify scofflaws and arrange for immobilization or towing.
• Coordinate parking for campus events and perform traffic control.
• Assist motorists with lockouts and jumpstarts; provide directions.
• Analyze parking operation issues and recommend changes.
• Promote a safe campus environment.

Skills

Parking rules

Traffic control

Public safety

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

California Driver’s License

Job description

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Parking Enforcement Officer enforces parking regulations, patrols campus parking facilities, supports traffic and parking operations for special events, provides motorist assistance, and responds to public inquiries. The incumbent utilizes parking enforcement technology, coordinates parking-related activities, and promotes a safe and efficient campus environment.

• Enforces parking rules and regulations. Patrols parking facilities on bikes, foot, electrically assisted mobile devices, and vehicles to observe automobiles, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and other vehicles for parking violations.
• Utilizes License Plate Recognition (LPR) equipment to identify scofflaws. Arranges for immobilization and/or towing of scofflaws. Locates lost, stolen and counterfeit permits and takes necessary enforcement action.
• Performs duties related to the planning and coordination of parking programs such as parking and safety coordination for campus special events and commencement ceremonies. Provides traffic control and equipment set up for special events.
• Coordinates campus parking functions, projects, and programs, including parking permits, signage, and traffic control. Analyzes parking operation issues and recommends changes.
• Provides motorist assistance with lockouts and jumpstarts to visitors, students, faculty, and staff as needed on campus. Assists the public with directions and summons help or other assistance as necessary.
• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience.
• Possession of a California Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of applicable procedures and regulations related to parking and traffic control.
• Ability to understand and apply a variety of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of applicable radio codes.
• Ability to independently make effective decisions and judgments in emergency situations.
• Ability to analyze parking operational issues and recommend procedural changes.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with campus community and applicable public agencies.
• Ability to convey clear, concise communications and directions and conduct training for staff and the campus community.
• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 8810 / Parking Officer / Grade 2
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $3703 – $4254 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3703 mo - $5395 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Evening, rotating shift assignment that will include weekends and special events.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

Advertised: Nov 05 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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