Parking Control Officer

Job description

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The City of Cambridge Department of Transportation (DOT) supports the safety and health of the Cambridge community by creating and sustaining a high-quality street and parking system that supports a range of transportation options for all those who live, travel, and park in Cambridge. OVERVIEW: Performs duties required for the enforcement of all parking rules and regulations in the City of Cambridge. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Tickets illegally parked cars using a handheld Ticketing Device. Patrols assigned routes, such as parking lots and City streets. Electronically monitors vehicles parked in both metered and non-metered areas in order to ticket overtime and permit parking violators. Enforces the City’s snow and ice regulations during winter months by issuing notices to homeowners that have not safely cleared their property. Prepares and writes reports relative to enforcement duties, and performs related duties as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, both verbally and in writing. - Ability to interpret regulations and read signs. - Ability to deal with a diverse general public in a p...