Overview

Position Title:Parking Control Officer – TE

Company:City Of Abilene Texas

Location: Walnut, TX

Job Description:

Under general supervision, to perform public contact work in enforcing parking code compliance; to patrol an assigned area to enforce the City parking codes through issuance of citations; and to perform a variety of clerical duties. Selected candidates will maintain the highest professional levels of customer service by utilizing efficient problem-solving techniques to address customer concerns or inquiries.

Responsibilities:

  • Patrol an assigned area of the City checking for parking violations, improper and illegal parking; write citations. Call Dispatch when an eligible vehicle is located for towing.
  • Assist with training new or temporary staff.
  • Assist citizens with directions and other needed information or assistance.
  • Report traffic accidents, hazards and emergencies.
  • Perform a variety of office duties including entering computer data, filing accident reports, sketching accident diagrams, running copies, and handling various non-technical duties.
  • Prepare and maintain required records, including logs of parking enforcement activities.
  • Maintenance and accounting for all ticket writing electronics and tickets issued throughout each work day.

Requirements:

  • Work frequently involves dealing with difficult people in high pressure and/or conflict situations.
  • Works near moving and/or heavy traffic.
  • Walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis and routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution such as those encountered in general outdoor conditions.
  • Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, and twist.
  • Remain on your feet and walk at least 1.65 miles within an hour each hour of the designated shift.