Parking Representative; Limited

Parking Representative (Limited)

University of California, Merced – temporary position providing parking enforcement, traffic control, and maintenance of parking facilities on campus. The role is available in a remote or hybrid capacity and requires a valid Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

• Maintain and test parking equipment, including gate arms, electronic detectors, meters, and vending machines, ensuring all are operational and properly repaired.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for installation, service, and repair of parking equipment.
• Inspect lighting, signage, and safety conditions in lots, driveways, and other parking areas; submit repairs and recommendations through facility work‑order forms.
• Exercise traffic control duties such as pushing stalled vehicles, deploying barricades, cones, bollards, and other traffic control devices during events or when alternate parking is needed.
• Provide assistance to patients, visitors, and employees with directions and parking information.
• Support parking allowance vending, sign‑in/out, and fee collection; fill exchange machines and help deposit parked‑vehicle money.
• Enforce campus parking regulations, monitor compliance, issue citations, and support the UC Merced Municipal Court in contested‑citation defense.
• Perform vehicle booting and towing operations as outlined in departmental policy.
• Respond to reported safety incidents, including fires, leaking fuel, unattended vehicles, and damaged equipment, and coordinate with UC Merced Police and supervisors.
• Provide relief to parking assistants and office staff during breaks, absences, or special events; assist with shuttle operations when required.

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Six months of related experience (public contact work preferred) and knowledge of parking operations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills; ability to make critical decisions using sound judgment.
• Capacity to work in hot, cold, and wet weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to follow instructions and convey information effectively.
• Valid Class C California driver’s license; subject to the California DMV pull‑notice system and satisfactory driving record.

Background check required.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. The University is a Federal/State contractor and undertakes affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts in accordance with its obligations.

Online application required for each position. For applicants with disabilities who require accommodations, contact ucmjobs. Successful candidates may be required to disclose prior administrative or judicial decisions regarding misconduct within the last seven years.