Parking Services Officer

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Open Date 06/08/2026

Requisition Number PRN
17129N Job Title Parking Services Officer Working Title Parking Services Officer Career Progression Track B Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary

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Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 00450 - Commuter Services
- Operations Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $18.00/h Close Date 09/08/2026 Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)

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.

Responsibilities

Patrols parking lots, which involves checking for proper permits and issuing citations for improper parking. Assists in providing motorist services to the University community and the public such as starting cars, directing people to available parking and specific buildings on campus. Assists visitors and registered users of the campus parking system in understanding regulations and the availability of parking in different areas of the campus.

Processes copies of issued citations and completes forms related to work performed during shift. Directs traffic in parking lots during special events such as football, basketball, entertainment events, theatrical productions, or University wide events (commencement). Impounds vehicles parked in tow-away zones or that involve excessive citations in accordance with departmental procedures. Testifies in court involving contested citations as requested by the Attorney General's office.

May set up, take down, maintain and inventory all equipment needed for special event parking. May collect revenue from day pass machines and meters. May perform preventive maintenance on parking lot equipment and order new equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years related parking enforcement experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); a valid Utah's Driver's License; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. Must be able to pass a background review.

Preferences

Must be able to pass a background review. Demonstrated computer experience including word processing and spreadsheet skills are a plus. Ability to evaluate and resolve parking issues and payment options for customer's impounded vehicles. Good judgment and honesty a must when collecting payments for unpaid tickets in the field. Must be able to handle high stress and crisis situations and have a commitment to provide excellent customer service.

Must be able to lawfully operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to ride a mountain bike.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at  for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at  or  or University Human Resource Management at  if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.

The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights,…