Parking Enforcement Officer

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Work type:Staff
Location:Northridge
Categories:Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Parking Enforcement Officer enforces parking rules and regulations in an assigned area of the campus on bike, foot, electrically assisted mobile devices and vehicles to observe automobiles, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and other vehicles for parking violations. The incumbent arranges for the towing of scofflaws and operates handheld citation writers, computer equipment, and two-way radio.

• Answers questions from the public regarding parking, location of buildings, and other points of interest, and interacts with parking violators in a professional and tactful manner.
• Provides traffic control when assigned or as necessary, provides amber light patrol, jump starts, and lock-out service. 
• Transports change funds to Information Booths at the start of shift, cash out booth attendants; completes maintenance and lighting reports, and assists with vehicle maintenance details when needed. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and three months related full-time experience that has provided the applicant with the knowledge and abilities listed.
• LICENSE: CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of campus layout and parking facilities. Working knowledge of applicable procedures and regulations related to parking and traffic control; parking-related equipment and applicable radio systems.
• Ability and specialized skills to act and resolve parking and traffic problems; write standard parking incident reports in a clear and concise manner; observe and recall details and incidents, as well as detect and respond appropriately to potentially hazardous situations; effectively interact with a wide range of individuals including the campus community and the general public.
• Ability to appropriately handle parking monies received; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; enforce parking regulations; relate to faculty, staff, students, and general public tactfully and effectively; observe and act to resolve parking conditions that could potentially cause problems; observe and recall details and incidents.
• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic computations at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students, faculty, and others; and operate standard office machines, computers, and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• THE INCUMBENT MUST COMPLETE A DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE UPON BEING HIRED.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification/grade: 8810 / Parking Officer / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3505 - $4181, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3505 - $5057 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; must be available any day of the week; may include evening shifts.
• REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

General Information

• Applications received through May 30, 2024, will be considered in the initial review, and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• 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.
• In addition to a thorough background investigation, the selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
• 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.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised:May 17, 2024 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:Jun 04, 2024 (11:55 PM) Pacific Daylight Time