Parking Enforcement Specialist

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University in Wichita, KS, seeks a 1st shift Parking Enforcement Specialist to safeguard university property by monitoring parking areas and issuing citations. The role is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule and includes benefits from day one.

Responsibilities include patrolling lots, setting up event-related parking arrangements, assisting with mobility and traffic control, and coordinating with campus police as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CJIS and NCIC certification within six months of hire date.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily parking compliance monitoring and issues citations.
• Assists in setup and tear down of parking lot reservations and events, placing cones and signs as needed.
• Patrols assigned areas, responds to motorist assistance situations, and reports hazards.
• Provides mobility assistance rides for students, faculty and staff; assists campus police as needed.
• Records information concisely and communicates with campus community as required.

Skills

T2 Flex system

Two-way radio operation

Calm under stress

Verbal and written communication

Follow instructions

Accurate record keeping

Read and understand policies

Interpersonal relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CJIS and NCIC certification within six months of hire date

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Job description

Department: Parking & Transportation Services

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Range begins at $15.34/hour and is commensurate withexperience

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM; work isperformed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires accessto EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required tobe eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and mustmeet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

The University's Parking & Transportation Services has anopening for a 1st shift Parking Enforcement Specialist. Thisposition also comes with a robust benefits package (effective onyour first day) and generous paid time off.

Job Summary

Performs parking compliance work, safeguarding property owned orleased by the University by monitoring and patrolling parking areasfor violations and escorting or transporting individuals tospecific locations.

Essential Functions

• Conducts daily monitoring of parking lots for parking violationsand issuing parking citations.


• Assists in set up and tear down of parking lot reservations andspecial event needs. Set up and move cones, barricades, parkingsigns, and VMS (Variable Message Sign) trailers, as needed.


• Patrol assigned areas, respond to motorist assistance situations,and observe and report special hazards.


• Perform simple vehicle maintenance procedures and reportmechanical problems to leadership.

Job Duties

• Provides mobility assistance rides for students, faculty andstaff on campus as needed.


• Assists UPD in performing traffic control duties.


• Calls upon University police officers to assist withpolice-related tasks/functions, as necessary.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• None

Required License/Certifications/Training:

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) and National CrimeInformation Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months ofhire date.


• Valid drivers license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to efficiently operate the T2 Flex system.


• Ability to operate a two-way radio.


• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.


• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and inwriting.


• Ability to give and follow instructions verbally and inwriting.


• Ability to recall and record information concisely andaccurately.


• Ability to read and understand written department guidelines,university policies, laws, rules, and regulations.


• Ability to build and sustain effective professional andcourteous interpersonal relationships with a diverse constituencyof faculty, staff, students, and public.

Additional Information:

During the application process your background will be closelyexamined. Please review the following background “disqualifiers.”If you think that any of these apply to you and you have questions,please call Parking Services at (316) 978- 5526 for clarification,or for more information.

• Must not have been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest to,or been diverted on a serious traffic violation within the pastthree years of date of application. Serious traffic violations toinclude, but not limited to vehicular homicide, DUI, recklessdriving, hit and run, and eluding a police officer.


• Must not have received three moving violations during the lasttwelve months or been involved in two accidents for which they wereat fault during the past twelve months.


• Must not be currently charged with, under indictment, or onprobation for any criminal activity other than minor trafficviolations.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do thejob. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Frequent60-90%

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Occasional 30-60%

Ability to inspect and/or surveil materials, equipment, reports,and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determiningfactors. Occasional 30-60%

Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchangeinformation. Occasional 30-60%

Ability to drive state vehicle. Occasional 30-60%

Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, orequipment. Occasional 30-60%

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment includingbut not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Rare0-30%

Ability to position self to perform safety and security actionsdetermined by police methods and procedures. Rare 0-30%

Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings andoffices, and/or across external environments. Rare 0-30%

Additional Physical Requirement:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/orup to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds offorce to constantly move objects.