Parking Enforcement Officer

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer in the Berkeley Police Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to help maintain a safe City by patrolling assigned areas to enforce parking regulations, ordinances and laws. You'll issue citations for a variety of parking violations, place warning tags on vehicles subject to towing, and maintain records of work performed. See the full job class specification here: A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of experience involving considerable public contact including dealing with hostile and irate individuals. Other requirements include: Must be able to pass a psychiatric evaluation. Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record, and be physically able to operate a motor scooter when required. Must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekend shifts, holidays, and as needed on an emergency basis. Must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions. Applications must be received by August 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific and must include a completed application and supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application. Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. The exam process The exam process will include, but may not be limited to: Application review for minimum qualifications Multiple-Choice Written Exam: October 24, 2026 Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews. Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to View email address on click.appcast.io at the time of application. #J-18808-Ljbffr