Parking Services Officer

Job Summary

Provides excellent customer service to the University of Utah community and visitors by ensuring parking accommodations are monitored and patrolled on a regular basis for parking infractions in order to keep parking areas accessible to authorized permit holders and special-use patrons.

• Patrol parking lots and check for proper permits, issuing citations for improper parking.
• Assist in providing motorist services to the University community and public, such as starting cars, directing people to available parking and specific buildings.
• Assist visitors and registered users in understanding parking regulations and availability across campus.
• Process copies of issued citations and complete related forms at shift end.
• Direct traffic in parking lots during special events (football, basketball, entertainment, theatrical productions, University-wide events such as commencement).
• Impound vehicles parked in tow-away zones or those with excessive citations per departmental procedures.
• Testify in court regarding contested citations as requested by the Attorney General’s office.
• Set up, take down, maintain, and inventory all equipment needed for special event parking.
• Collect revenue from day‑pass machines and meters.
• Perform preventive maintenance on parking lot equipment and order new equipment as needed.

• Two years of related parking enforcement experience (or equivalent).
• A valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
• Ability to pass a background review.

• Computer experience, including word processing and spreadsheet skills (a plus).
• Ability to evaluate and resolve parking issues and payment options for customers’ impounded vehicles.
• Good judgment and honesty required for collecting payments for unpaid tickets in the field.
• Ability to handle high‑stress and crisis situations with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Legal operation of a motor vehicle.
• Ability to ride a mountain bike.

Requisition Number: PRN
16679N

Full Time or Part Time:
Part Time

Work Schedule

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Department: 00450 - Commuter Services - Operations

Location:

Campus

Pay Rate Range: $18.00/h

Close Date: 04/09/2026

Open Until Filled