Parking Technician

100 Miami University; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University Parking Services is seeking a Parking Technician to assist with daily operations of campus parking lots and structures. Under supervision, you will provide customer service, patrol facilities, and manage cash transactions related to parking fees.

You will also report maintenance needs, issue citations as needed, and help visitors with parking policies. A high school diploma or GED is required, with six months of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and six months of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrol parking lots and structures.
• Note and report any suspicious activity.
• Issue parking violation citations.
• Inform supervisor of maintenance, repair and signage replacement needs.
• Operate cash register to calculate parking fees.
• Collect money and make change.
• Prepare receipts as required.
• Reconcile cash drawer and ticket totals.
• Provide assistance to staff, faculty, students and visitors including directions and information on parking policies.

Skills

Patrol operations

Cash handling

Customer service

Emergency response

Reading aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

University rules

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Parking Technician

Department

Parking Services

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

15.85

Work Shift

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Physical Exam Required

No

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision of administrative supervisor, provide customer service and assist with the daily operation of the campus parking lots and structures.

Essential Duties

• Patrol parking lots and structures
• Note and report any suspicious activity
• Issue parking violation citations
• Inform supervisor of maintenance, repair and signage replacement needs
• Operate cash register to calculate parking fees
• Collect money and make change
• Prepare receipts as required
• Reconcile cash drawer and ticket totals
• Provide assistance to staff, faculty, students and visitors to include giving directions, explaining garage charges, and providing general information regarding parking policies and procedures
• Refer unusual customer-related problems to supervisor
• Collect monies from parking meters and deliver to business office for receipt
• Perform service/attendant function for special events (sports events, concerts, conferences, etc.) and direct parking when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and six months of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in parking enforcement, security, municipal operations, or customer service.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of university rules and regulations
• Ability to work well with people with diverse backgrounds
• Ability to act professionally in emergency situations
• Basic mathematical and reading aptitude

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with the Miami University-Oxford campus layout.
• Knowledge of basic conflict resolution techniques.

Working Conditions

• Physical effort usually requires considerable walking and standing.
• May be exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Periodic assignments are given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant situations.

Remote Work

Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect.

We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs.

We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct.

We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities.

This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

About Miami University

Miami University is a major public university with a small college feel. Creating environments for learning excellence and providing career opportunities in Oxford, Hamilton, Middletown, West Chester and Luxembourg, our faculty, staff, and student employees are the fuel that drives Miami! We rank first nationally among public universities for best teaching by U.S. News & World Report. Our opportunities for growth and advancement are not limited to students in the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and student employees are highly valued for their contribution toward the Miami experience.

Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles north of Cincinnati. A true college town, Oxford features a wide variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the main campus. Our regional campuses are located in Hamilton, Middletown, and the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio. For faculty and staff, Miami offers a great work environment and competitive benefits. We invite you to experience Miami and see how you can support the University’s Mission.