Parking Enforcement Officer
Parking Enforcement Officer
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Why Join Team SB
- Are you looking for an opportunity to grow professionally and develop your career
Join theCity of San Bernardinos Police Departmentas aParking Enforcement Officer!About the City:As a future member of our team youll be joining a city with deep roots cultural diversity and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern Californias Inland Empire San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County home to more than 222000 residents. Its rich history shaped by Native American Mexican and Spanish influences continues to inspire the citys evolving identity.San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.
About the Position:
The City of San Bernardino is seeking fora self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment. Parking Enforcement Officers are responsible for patrolling City streets and parking facilities enforcing parking rules and regulations writing and issuing citations and reporting unusual and suspicious activity.Qualified candidates must successfully complete a police background investigationas part of the pre-employment exams. What Youll Be Doing Here
- Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a reliable detail-oriented professional with strong customer service and communication skills. They are comfortable working independently in the field enforcing parking regulations fairly and respectfully. They should have experience in public-facing roles a solid understanding of parking ordinances and the ability to handle potentially challenging interactions with tact. Proficiency in using handheld devices strong observational skills and the ability to work outdoors are essential.
A Day In the Life Consists of:
As a Parking Enforcement Officer your day focuses on ensuring compliance with City parking regulations to support public safety and accessibility. Youll patrol designated areas issue citations and provide information to the public. Daily tasks may include:Monitoring time-restricted parking zones and marking vehicles.
Issuing citations for violations such as expired meters red zone parking or blocking access points.
Responding to public inquiries and explaining parking rules and procedures.
Reporting abandoned or illegally parked vehicles and suspicious activity.
Maintaining accurate records of enforcement activity.
Operating a City vehicle and handheld citation device.
Performing clerical tasks and assisting with department correspondence.
What You Need to Qualify
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or G.E.D.;AND
At least two (2) years of progressively responsible public contact experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledgeof:
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
A valid California drivers license is required.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Employees occasionally work indoors under typical office conditions. Most work time is spent outdoors with exposure to noises vibrations odors dust fumes hazardous traffic conditions and potentially hostile situations. Work is performed in inclement weather conditions including heat cold and rain. While performing the duties of this job employees are regularly required to drive walk stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; transport materials and supplies weighing up to 60 pounds; talk and hear both in person and by telephone; use hands to manipulate handle and feel computer and other standard business equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision the ability to adjust focus sufficient to read small print computer screens and other written material.- Municipal Code sections and other state and local laws and regulations applicable to parking enforcement duties.
- Defensive driving and appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
- Basic arithmetic.
- Proper English usage in written and oral communication.
- Alpha and numerical filing procedures.
- Customer service practices and etiquette.
- Equipment maintenance practices and methods.
- Reading understanding and applying department policies rules regulations instructions California Vehicle Code and City Municipal Code sections.
- Explaining laws regulations policies rules regulations and codes to members of the public.
- Exercising firmness and tact in conducting enforcement activities.
- Writing legibly.
- Following directions and read maps.
- Speaking English clearly and distinctly.
- Operating a hand-held computer and keyboard with accuracy.
- Maintaining schedules and performing assigned duties without close supervision.
- Following oral and written instructions.
- Working effectively with other employees.
- Communicating clearly and concisely
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
- Providing customer service.
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment will close on Sunday July 6 2025 at 11:59 pm or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of July 7 2025
Interviews will be scheduled upon Departments availability.- **All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until July 6 2025 at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.
Pre-employment process may include but is not limited to:
- Application Review
- Personal History Statement and Pre-Background Interview Questionnaire Packets
- Oral Exam
- Pre-employment Physical Medical Exam including a drug screen
- Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Employment/Professional Reference Check
E-Verify Participation:The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at
Disclaimers:The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at .
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
Click here(Download PDF reader) to view the Police Departments Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Stephanie Rivera at Additional information is available at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
