Parking Enforcement Officer

Parking Enforcement Officer

Title: Parking Enforcement Officer

Department: Parking Enforcement

Nature of Work: Nonsworn position with primary responsibility of enforcing state laws and town ordinances related to parking within the Town of Brattleboro.

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., rotating schedule including weekends and occasional evenings/holidays as required.

Current Contracted Wage: FY26 $ 21.26 per hour

Supervision Received: Directly supervised by the Police Chief or designee; generally supervised by Officers in Charge (OIC).

Supervision Exercised: None

• Gain and maintain access to confidential databases as necessary for this position.
• Assist in training of new Parking Enforcement Officers.
• Be accountable for timely, accurate, and complete reporting.
• Care for and ensure proper maintenance of equipment and supplies under control.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public concerning parking regulations.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in written or electronic correspondence with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Coordinate parking enforcement activities with other divisions of the Police Department and other town departments.
• Direct and control pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Testify in court proceedings.
• Use a mobile device and various applications to complete duties; occasionally issue manual tickets.
• Operate a handheld radio.
• Maintain, sort, enter, and/or file data relating to parking.
• Operate standard and task‑specific office equipment.
• Immobilize vehicles as necessary.
• Perform regular maintenance and minor repairs of parking kiosks.
• Conduct extensive foot patrol in relation to enforcement duties.

The responsibilities and duties listed above are examples of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a public environment or related field.

• Read, interpret, apply, and enforce parking regulations, laws, and ordinances.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Operate town vehicles safely and consistently in accordance with existing law and regulations.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including the ability to use common and position‑specific computer applications.
• Maintain functional knowledge of existing laws, ordinances, relevant court decisions, and department rules and procedures.
• Work independently while exercising independent judgment.
• Exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact when resolving problems.
• Communicate effectively with the public, elected officials, and other government agencies.
• Learn, stay current in the field, retain instructions, policies, and procedures, while continuing to learn new methods and skills.
• Successfully complete a physical examination, background check, and drug screening prior to employment.
• Perform outdoor work consistently in all weather conditions, including during winter months.
• Actively support a welcoming and respectful workplace for all, including cultural competency, while working effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.

The PEO will work in a variety of environments, including climate‑controlled buildings and outdoors during inclement weather; they operate vehicles in inclement weather, and may have to stand, walk, or sit for long periods. Bending, reaching, lifting, and occasionally moving may be required.

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