Parking Enforcement Specialist

Assists UPD in performing traffic control duties.

Calls upon University police officers to assist with police-related tasks/functions, as necessary.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• None

Required License/Certifications/Training:

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months of hire date.
• Valid drivers license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to efficiently operate the T2 Flex system.
• Ability to operate a two-way radio.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to give and follow instructions verbally and in writing.
• Ability to recall and record information concisely and accurately.
• Ability to read and understand written department guidelines, university policies, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to build and sustain effective professional and courteous interpersonal relationships with a diverse constituency of faculty, staff, students, and public.

Additional Information:

During the application process your background will be closely examined. Please review the following background “disqualifiers.” If you think that any of these apply to you and you have questions, please call Parking Services at (316) 978- 5526 for clarification, or for more information.

• Must not have been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest to, or been diverted on a serious traffic violation within the past three years of date of application. Serious traffic violations to include, but not limited to vehicular homicide, DUI, reckless driving, hit and run, and eluding a police officer.
• Must not have received three moving violations during the last twelve months or been involved in two accidents for which they were at fault during the past twelve months.
• Must not be currently charged with, under indictment, or on probation for any criminal activity other than minor traffic violations.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Frequent 60-90%
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Occasional 30-60%
Ability to inspect and/or surveil materials, equipment, reports, and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determining factors. Occasional 30-60%
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Occasional 30-60%
Ability to drive state vehicle. Occasional 30-60%
Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Occasional 30-60%
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Rare 0-30%
Ability to position self to perform safety and security actions determined by police methods and procedures. Rare 0-30%
Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. Rare 0-30%

Additional Physical Requirement:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects.