Parking Control Lead Officer

Under general supervision,
serves as a lead
to patrol assigned areas of the City, enforcing parking regulations and issuing citations; to assist in the removal of abandoned vehicles from City streets; to maintain a variety of records; and to perform related work as required.

Works under the general supervision of the Community Improvement Services Director or his/her designee;lead and providestraining, guidance, and assistance to Parking Control Officers .

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:This is a single position classification in the Parking Control series. This classification performs more highly skilled enforcement duties in comparison to the lower level Parking Control Officers , and has lead level responsibilities at the worksite, whereas the Parking Control Officer  does not exercise lead responsibility.

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Responds to field issues as requested by Community Improvement Services Director.
• Ensures officers have proper equipment to complete their daily duties and responsibilities.
• Assists in the coordination of training of Parking Control Officers.
• Patrols the City in a motor vehicle.
• Enforces parking regulations and issues citations as appropriate.
• Answers questions and provides information concerning parking regulations.
• Provides helpful information for visitors to the area.
• Notes and reports problems with parking meters.
• Maintains activity and citation logs.
• Identifies and assists in the removal of abandoned vehicles on City streets.
• Assists in the training of school crossing guards and acts in their absence.
• Conducts and directs traffic in emergency situations.
• Operates a computer terminal to prepare and maintain records, files and reports; appears in court and presents evidence for disputed citations.
• Responds to requests for assistance with traffic control problems.
• Keeps vehicles supplied for work shift.
• Performs routine maintenance on parking control vehicles.
• Notifies other City staff of major repairs which are required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education and Experience:

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D equivalent; AND at least five (5) years of responsible work experience at the level of Parking Control Officer for the City of Compton is required.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

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  Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge of:

• Basic laws, rules, ordinances and regulations governing parking enforcement functions.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
• Office methods and procedures.

Ability to:

• Read, interpret, apply and enforce parking regulations, laws and ordinances.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Operate a two-way radio.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
• Operate a computer terminal to input and retrieve data.
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Memorize details and incidents accurately.
• Maintain good public relations with people contacted during work assignments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Meet physical and health status requirements for this classification and work category as described in the City’s Medical Standards for Applicants and Employees.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work may require frequent walking, talking, hearing, using hands and fingers, and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.
• Work is primarily performed in outdoor environments with considerable time spent in moderate temperatures (above 80 degrees), with exposure to the elements including heavy rain.
• Good near vision, far vision and color perception is required.
• May be exposed to wet surfaces and occasional loud noises.
• Work may involve exposure to moving traffic.
• Must be able to work during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.

Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts.