Parking Enforcement Officer

The position is limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year, at-will and non-benefited.

The Parking Enforcement position varies in shifts and days off (including weekend and holiday work as assigned).
Essential functions include, but are not limited to: Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in the enforcement of City parking ordinances; enforces time-limit parking regulations on streets and City-operated facilities; interprets and explains parking rules and regulations; may need to participate in court appearances and or hearings; and performs related work as required.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education, Training, and

Experience:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; possession of or ability to obtain a 40-hour P.O.S.T. PC832 Module A certification within six months of hire and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.

• Proper English usage
• basic arithmetic
• basic public relations
• alpha and numerical order
• appropriate safety precautions and procedures
• report writing techniques
• modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software
• proper storage, inventory and safety procedures and simple record keeping methods

• Write legibly
• read a watch accurately
• read and follow maps
• speak clearly and distinctly
• enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact
• read, understand and apply the California Vehicle Code and municipal codes related to parking control
• maintain schedules and carry out assigned duties without close supervision
• understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• work weekends, holidays and evenings as assigned

All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department as well as a physical examination including a drug screening.

The background investigation is a rigorous process. A typical background investigation includes but is not limited to: background interviews with individuals designated by the Rialto Police Department (this may include current and former co-workers, friends, relatives, neighbors, or any other relevant individual), criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation.

Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have: an excessive number of traffic citations and/or collisions; arrests and/or convictions; a history of illegal substance abuse; poor credit history (factors include bankruptcy, foreclosures, liens and repossessions); or thefts from a previous employer. For clarification of any of the above disqualifying reasons, please call the Police Department Personnel and Training Unit at .

The following list describes some areas that are covered in the background investigation:

• Your relatives, references, and acquaintances are asked to comment on your suitability for this position.
• The information supplied regarding your educational history is examined and verified.
• You must list a history of your residences.
• Your work history and experience are examined with regard to your dependability, relationships with fellow workers, trustworthiness, and general job performance.
• Military service records are subject to verification.
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