Parking Controller/Attendant - Police Department

Parking Controller/Attendant

University City Police Department

The parking controller is responsible for issuing parking tickets for violations through walking or driving a vehicle, performing school traffic escorts duties when needed, and other administrative duties as assigned. This position reports directly to the Bureau of Services Commander.

Essential Functions:

• Issue tickets for parking violations using parking control hardware and software, or manually if necessary
• Perform school crossing guard duties when needed
• Perform deliveries when needed and other administrative tasks
• Assist with traffic control and other non-criminal related activities when an officer is not available
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Various different shifts to be assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Qualifications

• Knowledge of Police Department operating rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of the geography of University City
• Knowledge of all regulations and ordinances pertaining to parking
• Knowledge of the laws and ordinances regulating the operation of automotive vehicles.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely
• Ability to learn the functions and operate the parking control hardware and software.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently without constant supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written form
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, and the general public.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

High School diploma or equivalent.

Valid Missouri Operator's License and no criminal history

Enjoy the Benefits

• Start your career with immediate access to comprehensive health coverage and one of the lowest annual medical deductibles in the region.
• Begin building valuable paid leave benefits from day one including: 15 paid vacation days, 12 paid sick days, and 10 paid holidays per year
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Pension and retirement options after just five years of employment
• Tuition reimbursement to support employee growth and development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free to employees for confidential counseling

Work Environment:

This position involves working mostly outside of a typical office setting, outdoors in the community. Travel between locations is required.

The City of University City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.