Skip to main content

This job has expired

Parking Enforcement Officer (part-time contractor)

Employer
Framingham State University
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Mar 29, 2023

View more

Company Description:

Framingham State University is a vibrant comprehensive liberal arts institution located in the MetroWest suburbs of Boston, which integrates an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs. Founded in 1839, FSU enrolls about 4,000 undergraduates and 1,200 graduate and professional students. FSU offers 35 bachelor's degrees with 55 specialized concentrations, 63 minors, and 26 master's degree programs, in a highly personalized teaching environment. Our community takes pride in empowering student success by providing a superior education, leading research and innovation opportunities, and a strong first-year experience.

At FSU, we are deeply committed to inclusive excellence, encouraging a supportive, diverse and collaborative learning environment, and providing culturally relevant education. We are honored that our commitment earned FSU six Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Awards from INSIGHT Into Diversity and that we are the only public institution in Massachusetts recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020. FSU is designated as an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities and also belongs to the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Inclusive Excellence community, providing national leadership in science education and exploring strategies that will lead to more inclusive science education. We encourage applications from those who share our commitment to promoting a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive community.

Our founding motto, LIVE TO THE TRUTH, was said at the end of each class by beloved first principal, Cyrus Peirce, who sought to discover and teach "truth in theory and principle...truth in spirit and motive...truth in manner and form...truth intellectual and truth moral." Principal Bagnall found this motto "speaks of sincerity of spirit...of intensity of effort, of resolution to succeed, of joy in achievement." LIVE TO THE TRUTH continues to guide our institution in practice and endeavor. If you share in this quest for truth and a commitment to living it fully, make the next chapter of your career the best chapter at Framingham State University.

Learn more about our career opportunities at www.framingham.edu/careers.


Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under the supervision of a Sergeant or higher ranked police personnel, the Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO) will patrol assigned area on foot and in uniform to ensure parking compliance with existing parking rules and regulations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

N/A

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Chief, Deputy Chief, Sergeants

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Monitor times of vehicles parked in unmetered spaces, record times and return at specific intervals to ticket vehicles illegally parked in spaces.
  • Provide information to the public regarding parking regulations.
  • At times, issue temporary parking passes.
  • Observe and report hazardous conditions, such as missing signs and roadway markings that need to be repainted.
  • Perform traffic control duties such as setting up cones or placing temporary signs in a specific area.
  • Prepare required forms and records, maintains close communication with Dispatch personnel.
  • Assist Dispatch personnel with parking permit application processes when needed.
  • Close contact (with COVID safety protocols in place) with the public required; must be able to communicate clearly while maintaining professional demeanor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical stamina required; must be able to stand or walk for periods of time, in varying weather conditions; must be able to lift and carry traffic cones; enter and exit vehicles frequently.




Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Candidate must have earned a High School diploma, hold a GED or equivalent;
  • Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license;
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally; ability to read, write and comprehend the English language; must be able to write legibly and accurately record information;
  • Must demonstrate initiative and exercise sound judgment; able to deal with the public with courtesy and discretion in a variety of situations;
  • Candidate must pass a complete background investigation and be eligible for appointment as a parking officer under M.G.L 147 Section 10F.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.


Additional Information:

This is a part-time, non-benefited, contract position, not to exceed 18 hours per week. The scheduled hours are Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

It is the policy of Framingham State University that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including booster if eligible, before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by FSU, to be verified after a verbal offer of employment has been accepted, and before employment begins. Prospective employees may submit a request for a medical or religious exemption to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement to Human Resources.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.


Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

  • Cover Letter,
  • Resume/CV,
  • Equity and Inclusion Statement (optional)*,
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

*The Equity and Inclusion Statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss professional skills, experience and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the university's efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidate application materials.

For full consideration, application materials must be received by April 21, 2023. However, applications may continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.


PI210117887

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert