Job Description

Posting number: 202200047

Department: Code Enforcement

Job classification: Code Assistant I- Parking Enforcement

Posting type: Open

Categories: Code Enforcement

Summary

• Code Enforcement Code Assistant I
• Up to 28 hours weekly

Examples of duties

• Patrol an assigned area by vehicle or on foot to ensure public compliance with existing parking ordinance.
• Patrol properties to maintain safety.
• Issue warnings and citations for illegally parked vehicles.
• Enter and retrieve information pertaining to parking citations using hand-held computers.
• Maintain close communications with Parking Enforcement Management, using cell phones.
• Relay information about incidents or emergencies to Southfield Police Dispatch.
• Appear in court at hearings regarding contested traffic citations.
• Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
• Report abandoned vehicles.
• Prepare and maintain required records, including logs of parking enforcement activities.
• Observe and report hazardous conditions such as missing traffic signals or signs, and markings that need to be repainted.
• Ensure routine vehicle maintenance is performed by presenting vehicles to Public Works personnel weekly, and report mechanical problems to supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have extensive public contact experience and highly effective communication skills.
• Requires sufficient physical skills to successfully accomplish essential functions in stated environment, with or without accommodation.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to work individually with minimal supervision in the field.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with co-workers; positive public-service attitude.

Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at (248) 796-4700 or hrsupport@cityofsouthfield.com if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG FREE WORKPLACE