

GENERAL PURPOSE
                                   Under general supervision, serves as a lead to patrol assigned areas of the City, enforcing parking regulations and issuing citations; to assist in the removal of abandoned vehicles from City streets; to maintain a variety of records; and to perfo...

Patrol assigned areas of the City, enforce parking regulations, issue citations, assist in the removal of abandoned vehicles, maintain records, and perform related work as required. Respond to field issues, ensure proper equipment for officers, assist in training Parking Control Officers, and operate a computer terminal to prepare and maintain records.

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<dt><h2>GENERAL PURPOSE</h2></dt>
<dd>                                    Under general supervision, serves as a lead to patrol assigned areas of the City, enforcing parking regulations and issuing citations; to assist in the removal of abandoned vehicles from City streets; to maintain a variety of records; and to perform related work as required.</dd>
<dt><h2>SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED</h2></dt>
<dd>Works under the general supervision of the Community Improvement Services Director or his/her designee; lead and provides training, guidance, and assistance to Parking Control Officers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a single position classification in the Parking Control series. This classification performs more highly skilled enforcement duties in comparison to the lower level Parking Control Officers, and has lead level responsibilities at the worksite, whereas the Parking Control Officer does not exercise lead responsibility.</dd>
<dt><h2>PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</h2></dt>
<dd>The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. <ul style="margin-left: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Responds to field issues as requested by Community Improvement Services Director.</li><li>Ensures officers have proper equipment to complete their daily duties and responsibilities.</li><li>Assists in the coordination of training of Parking Control Officers.</li><li>Patrols the City in a motor vehicle.</li><li>Enforces parking regulations and issues citations as appropriate.</li><li>Answers questions and provides information concerning parking regulations.</li><li>Provides helpful information for visitors to the area.</li><li>Notes and reports problems with parking meters.</li><li>Maintains activity and citation logs.</li><li>Identifies and assists in the removal of abandoned vehicles on City streets.</li><li>Assists in the training of school crossing guards and acts in their absence.</li><li>Conducts and directs traffic in emergency situations.</li><li>Operates a computer terminal to prepare and maintain records, files and reports; appears in court and presents evidence for disputed citations.</li><li>Responds to requests for assistance with traffic control problems.</li><li>Keeps vehicles supplied for work shift.</li><li>Performs routine maintenance on parking control vehicles.</li><li>Notifies other City staff of major repairs which are required.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned or required.</li></ul></dd>
<dt><h2>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h2></dt>
<dd>Education and Experience:Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D equivalent; AND at least five (5) years of responsible work experience at the level of Parking Control Officer for the City of Compton is required. Required Licenses or Certifications:<div style="margin: 0 0 0.0001pt"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-left: -0.25in"><li style="margin: 0 0 0.0001pt">Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.</li></ul></div> Required Knowledge of:<ul style="margin-left: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Basic laws, rules, ordinances and regulations governing parking enforcement functions.</li><li>Basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.</li><li>Office methods and procedures.</li></ul> Ability to:<ul style="margin-left: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Read, interpret, apply and enforce parking regulations, laws and ordinances.</li><li>Safely operate a motor vehicle.</li><li>Operate a two-way radio.</li><li>Work without direct supervision.</li><li>Perform basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep.</li><li>Operate a computer terminal to input and retrieve data.</li><li>Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.</li><li>Memorize details and incidents accurately.</li><li>Maintain good public relations with people contacted during work assignments.</li><li>Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.</li><li>Meet physical and health status requirements for this classification and work category as described in the City’s Medical Standards for Applicants and Employees.</li></ul> Physical Demands / Work Environment:<ul style="margin-left: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Work may require frequent walking, talking, hearing, using hands and fingers, and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.   </li><li>Work is primarily performed in outdoor environments with considerable time spent in moderate temperatures (above 80 degrees), with exposure to the elements including heavy rain.</li><li>Good near vision, far vision and color perception is required.  </li><li>May be exposed to wet surfaces and occasional loud noises.</li><li>Work may involve exposure to moving traffic.  </li><li>Must be able to work during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.</li></ul><div style="margin: 0; padding: 0; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1); font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"> Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts. All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered. EXAMINATIONThe purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled. Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills.  Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability.  A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment. The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination. GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date. ELIGIBLE LISTS Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s). PLEASE NOTE: All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list.  All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only. Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval. EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8). EXAMINATION RECORDS All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination. FRINGE BENEFITS The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.</div></dd>
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90220, Compton, CA, US

Basic knowledge of laws, rules, ordinances and regulations governing parking enforcement functions

Basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep knowledge

Office methods and procedures knowledge

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D equivalent

At least five (5) years of responsible work experience at the level of Parking Control Officer for the City of Compton

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License

Parking Enforcement

Record Keeping

Communication

Traffic Control

Vehicle Maintenance

Training

Computer Skills

Parking Control Lead Officer




This is the journey-level class in the parking control officer series that performs the full range of enforcement of parking regulations duties for the Police Department. Incumbents receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the ope...

Perform enforcement of parking regulations duties for the Police Department, patrol assigned routes, issue citations, impound vehicles, respond to public inquiries, report needed repairs, operate specialized equipment, assist in traffic control, maintain records, and prepare reports.

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This is the journey-level class in the parking control officer series that performs the full range of enforcement of parking regulations duties for the Police Department. Incumbents receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Parking Control Officer I in that the latter performs enforcement of parking regulations related to street sweeping ordinances only. Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
<ul><li>Patrols assigned routes to enforce parking and related traffic ordinances; marks vehicles in timed parking areas; issues citations, writes warnings and amendments to previously issued citations.</li><li>Issues non-moving traffic citations for violations observed.</li><li>Impounds and provides for the storage of vehicles.</li><li>Responds to questions and complaints from the public or refers to supervisor, as necessary.</li><li>Reports needed repairs of streets and traffic signs and signals to appropriate staff.</li><li>Reports traffic accidents and criminal activities or related occurrences to appropriate Police units.</li><li>Operates and maintains specialized equipment, including police radios and cones.</li><li>Assists in controlling traffic at accident scenes or other emergency situations as needed.</li><li>Assists officers and non-sworn staff as needed, including assisting with street closures, checkpoints and other special events, child seat safety inspections, and providing transportation for citizens.</li><li>Maintains accurate records, log sheets, and files; submits copies of citations to appropriate staff; prepares related daily and monthly reports.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:
<ul><li>Functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies</li><li>Understand, interpret, and apply applicable codes, regulations, policies, technical processes, and procedures, including vehicle codes and parking ordinances.</li><li>Terminology and procedures used in public safety dispatching.</li><li>City geography, maps, streets, landmarks, and driving directions.</li><li>Basic principles of record keeping.</li><li>Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.</li><li>Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.</li><li>English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.</li><li>Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.</li></ul>
Ability to:<ul><li>Memorize codes, names, street locations, and other information</li><li>Read and interpret maps and other pertinent documentation.</li><li>Interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, and regulations.</li><li>Assess situations while remaining calm and using sound, independent judgment.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and files.</li><li>Compile and summarize information to prepare accurate, clear, and concise reports.</li><li>Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.</li><li>Safely and effectively use and operate specialized equipment and software programs.</li><li>Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing.</li><li>Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.</li><li>Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.</li></ul>
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualfications would be: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and one (1) year of general experience involving public contact. Licenses and Certifications: A valid California class C driver's license with satisfactory driving records and automobile insurance.
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