Posting number: 39404
Department: Administration and Regulatory Affairs
Job classification: REGULATORY INVESTIGATOR
Posting type: Open
Categories: Code Enforcement, Investigative
Perform safety and compliance inspections of vehicles-for-hire. Verifies, updates and inputs vehicle inspections into proper database. Conducts field compliance enforcement for vehicle-for-hire operators. Issues citations to operators in violation of vehicle-for-hire code of ordinances. Testify in court against violators of city ordinances. Will be required to drive on city business. Performs other duties as assigned.
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: Regulatory Investigator
Division: Park Houston Division
Reporting Location: 2500 Fannin
Workdays & Hours: Various Shifts/Hours
OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Park Houston division of the Administration & Regulatory Affairs Department (ARA) is seeking an energetic, flexible, team-oriented person with a passion for customer service to work as a Regulatory Supervisor. Successful candidates will communicate effectively, provide exceptional customer service, enjoy working as a team and be at ease multitasking in a fast-paced public service setting. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills. Position requires driving on city business.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Regulatory Investigator will:
•Enforce City Parking Ordinances by issuing citations for parking violations, enforcing policies and procedures.
•Issuing citations for parking violations observed within assigned area.
•Reporting vehicles in tow-away zones.
•Checking parked vehicles using hand-held computer devices for unresolved parking violations.
•Booting eligible vehicles.
•Reporting damaged or malfunctioning meters; reporting missing traffic and parking signs; assisting citizens with directions and other needed information or assistance.
•Monitoring, investigating and reporting Valet Zones.
•Enforcement of ordinances preventing businesses from operating in the public right of way.
•Towing of abandoned vehicles.
•Enforcement of various Community Parking and Residential parking areas; enforcement of bicycle lane parking restrictions.
•Conducting occupancy studies to collect data to manage curb side rates, time limits or other parking tools.
•Utilization of vehicles with license plate recognition systems to enforce ordinances and collect occupancy data.
•Use of the 311 system to review, respond, and close parking service requests filed by the general public.
•other duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Job consists of long periods of walking with routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution such as those encountered in general outdoor conditions. The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as vehicle immobilizers or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. Includes driving city-owned vehicles as needed and riding bicycles in downtown traffic.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six months of work experience in document research, investigations, or a closely related field is required.
MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid Texas Driver’s License and complies with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 11
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832/393-7238.
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (832/393-7238) TTY 7-1-1.
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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employment
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy
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