Parking Control Officer Job Cambridge area,Massachusetts USA,Transportation

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The City of Cambridge Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). the safety and health of the Cambridge community by creating and sustaining a high-quality street and parking system that supports a range of transportation options for all those who live, travel, and park in Cambridge.

OVERVIEW:

Performs duties required for the enforcement of all parking rules and regulations in the City of Cambridge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tickets illegally parked cars using a handheld Ticketing Device.
Patrols assigned routes, such as parking lots and City streets.
Electronically monitors vehicles parked in both metered and non-metered areas in order to ticket overtime and permit parking violators.
Enforces the City’s snow and ice regulations during winter months by issuing notices to homeowners that have not safely cleared their property.
Prepares and writes reports relative to enforcement duties, and performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to interpret regulations and read signs.
Ability to deal with a diverse general public in a professional manner.
Ability to manage conflict and de-escalate difficult situations.
Basic math skills needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual skills a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Will frequently need to maneuver between tight spaces.
Must be able to carry the handheld Ticketing Device, Radio, and ticketing supplies; such as envelopes, rolls of tickets and route cards etc.
Will need to reach across windshield to position ticket.
Sufficient independent mobility to travel throughout the City under all weather conditions.
Ability to work outside and walk the assigned enforcement route for a minimum of 8 hours per day.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Outside work environment with exposure to all weather conditions at all times of year.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
Vacation and sick leave eligible
Sick Incentive Pay eligible
3 Personal Days
14 Paid Holidays
City employee transportation benefits (T-Pass reimbursement Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle)

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