Public Safety - Parking Enforcement Officer

Camden; Maine; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Camden is seeking a Parking Enforcement Officer to enforce town parking ordinances and resolve parking-related problems. You will ensure normal parking during peak summer periods, under the supervision of the officer on duty and the Chief of Police.

Responsibilities include marking timed zones, issuing tickets for violations, maintaining ticket supplies, assisting in dispatch, and handling ticket records and court preparation. A high school diploma and Maine traffic law knowledge are desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principal buildings, streets and layout of Town and adjoining areas.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of police work.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously and with respect for rights.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Marks vehicles parked in time limit zones.
• Tickets vehicles in violation of municipal parking ordinances.
• Maintains a supply of tickets for officers.
• Assists in the dispatch office as necessary.
• Assists in the maintenance of ticket records and collection of fines.
• Prepares parking ticket cases for court when appropriate.
• Assists in updating the parking code and ticket design.
• Meets with the Parking Committee and citizen groups on parking problems.

Skills

Knowledge of town layout

Police work principles

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

First aid knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

This is a position responsible for enforcing the parking ordinances of the town and assisting with parking related problems.

Employee of this class is responsible for enforcing all town parking policies and ensuring normal parking during peak summer periods. Work is performed under the supervision of the officer on duty and the Chief of Police.

Examples of Work

• Marks vehicles parked in time limit parking zones.
• Tickets any vehicles that are in violation of municipal parking ordinances.
• Maintains a supply of tickets, ensuring all officers are supplied with an adequate number.
• Assists in the dispatch office as necessary.
• Performs related work as required.
• Assists in the maintenance of all ticket records and in the collection of overdue ticket fines.
• Prepares parking ticket cases for court where appropriate.
• Assists in update of the parking code and the design of the parking ticket.
• Meets with the Parking Committee and other citizen groups to work on alleviating parking problems.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of the principal buildings, streets, and physical layout of Town and adjoining areas.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of police work.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and through written reports.
• Knowledge of first aid principles and skill in their application.

Parking Enforcement Officer

Nature of Work

This is a position responsible for enforcing the parking ordinances of the town and assisting with parking related problems.

Employee of this class is responsible for enforcing all town parking policies and ensuring normal parking during peak summer periods. Work is performed under the supervision of the officer on duty and the Chief of Police.

Examples of Work

• Marks vehicles parked in time limit parking zones.
• Tickets any vehicles that are in violation of municipal parking ordinances.
• Maintains a supply of tickets, ensuring all officers are supplied with an adequate number.
• Assists in the dispatch office as necessary.
• Performs related work as required.Assists in the maintenance of all ticket records and in the collection of overdue ticket fines.
• Prepares parking ticket cases for court where appropriate.
• Assists in update of the parking code and the design of the parking ticket.
• Meets with the Parking Committee and other citizen groups to work on alleviating parking problems.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of the principal buildings, streets, and physical layout of Town and adjoining areas.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of police work.
• Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and through written reports.
• Knowledge of first aid principles and skill in their application.

Desirable Experience and Training

High school graduation and a basic knowledge of Maine traffic laws, or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Maine motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must be able to pass standard medical examination.