Parking Enforcement Officer

State of South Carolina; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Carolina invites applications for a Parking Enforcement Officer serving the Rock Hill campus. You will monitor parking areas, enforce rules, issue warnings or citations, maintain signs, and coordinate with campus departments to ensure parking resources are available.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, experience in parking enforcement or public contact, a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate basic office equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in parking enforcement or public contact work preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of local traffic codes related to parking enforcement preferred.
• Ability to obtain CJIS Certification.
• Ability to read, interpret and explain parking policies.

Responsibilities

• Monitors campus parking areas and enforces parking rules and regulations.
• Issues warnings or citations as required.
• Maintains, assembles, installs and repairs parking signs and posts.
• Coordinates activities with campus departments to ensure parking resources are available.
• Blocks off parking areas and roads and controls traffic direction for events.
• Completes required reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Assists officers in directing traffic.
• Answers questions from the public regarding parking rules and provides directions.

Skills

Public contact experience

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

CJIS Certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Monitors parking areas on campus and enforces the parking rules and regulations, issuing warnings or citations as required.
• Maintains, assembles, installs and repairs parking signs and posts.
• Coordinates activities with campus departments to ensure parking resources are available.
• Blocks off parking areas and roads and controls general traffic direction for events and activities by setting up and/or removing traffic control devices.
• Maintains supply and equipment inventory.
• Answers questions from the public regarding parking rules and regulations and provides directions.
• Reviews records and contacts the contracted tow service to remove vehicles.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of citizen complaints, disabled vehicles, accidents, traffic issues, possible criminal activity and suspicious persons.
• Completes required reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Assists police officers in directing traffic.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Experience in parking enforcement or public contact work.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Winthrop University, City of Rock Hill, and State of South Carolina traffic codes and regulations related to parking enforcement preferred.
• Knowledge of Winthrop campus buildings and surrounding area preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Certification
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, handheld devices and computers.
• Ability to read, interpret and explain university, City of Rock Hill and State of South Carolina parking policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments as directed.
• Ability to enforce traffic codes and regulations tactfully, firmly and impartially.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Winthrop employees, other agencies and the public.
• Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with a diverse population.
• Ability to act quickly, calmly and effectively in emergency situations and adapt to changing or fluctuating conditions.
• Ability to tolerate repetitive short-cycle work.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and environmental extremes.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally move objects weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to use protective devices, such as masks, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves.
• Ability to work variable hours between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and willingness to work occasional Saturdays and Sundays for special events.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.