Parking Enforcement Officer

Are you seeking a profession with a purpose? Do you have the desire to serve and contribute to your community? Join the Police Department as a [Parking Enforcement Officer](https://www.grantspassoregon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/22930/Parking-Enforcement-Officer) and serve our citizens and businesses by using your strong complaint resolution and compliance monitoring skills. This position will: - Enforce parking ordinances on foot, bicycle or by vehicle in the downtown central business district and throughout the City - Issue citations for violations - Assist with traffic control - Meet with downtown merchants to hear concerns - Provide professional customer service to the public This is a 40 hour workweek position with benefits. The proposed work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. *Questions regarding this role direct to:*[*humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov*](mailto:humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov)*or 541-450-6050.* The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service. If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you! A High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of customer service or dispute resolution experience is required; some college-level coursework in criminal justice or a related field is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed in the[job description](https://www.grantspassoregon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/22930/Parking-Enforcement-Officer). **Licensing Requirements** (positions in this class require): - Oregon Driver’s License – Class C - Law Enforcement Data System Certificate will be required within 90 days of appointment Application materials must be completed on-line to be considered for this position. Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are: 1. City Application 2. Answer the supplemental questions 3. Resume 4. Cover Letter The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience, responses to supplemental questionnaire, and meeting minimum qualifications of the position. The initial selection process for this position includes the following steps: application review, oral interview and chief interview. The final selection process following interview includes the following steps: tentative offer, criminal history check, background/reference check, physical, drug screening and final offer of employment. All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process. Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application. Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no…