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Parking Enforcement Official

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Salary
$38,571.73 - $62,829.10 Annually
Closing date
Jun 4, 2022

Job Details

Job Announcement

Monitors, processes, and determines probable cause and provide expert testimony related to all summonses for parking violations. Enforces state laws and the codes and ordinances of Fairfax County pertaining to parking, residential parking permit districts, abandoned vehicles, vehicle registration and inspection. Issues appropriate parking or warning tickets. Enforces chapter 110 zoning regulations, as necessary.

The purpose of this position is to monitor, process, determine probable cause and provide expert testimony related to all summonses for parking violations. Enforces state laws and the codes and ordinances of Fairfax County pertaining to parking, residential parking permit districts, abandoned vehicles, vehicle registration and inspection. Issues appropriate parking or warning tickets. Enforces chapter 110 zoning regulations, as necessary.

Note: This job announcement will be used to fill 4 vacancies located in one of Fairfax County's eight district Police Stations.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
  • Patrol state-maintained roadways, neighborhoods around Metro Transit parking lots and other targeted locations in an assigned police district to enforce applicable parking ordinances;
  • Investigates abandoned and unattended vehicles;
  • Removes abandoned and disabled vehicles from state highways;
  • Proactively patrols the County to identify parking violations;
  • Submits completed summonses and citations to ensure timely receipt by the violators and the courts;
  • Testifies in court on contested cases to present evidence;
  • Responds to traffic complaints;
  • Provides traffic control as requested by police supervisors;
  • Provides crowd control and security at special events;
  • Enforces applicable parking ordinances in and around Metro parking lots (e.g., handicapped zones and fire lanes);
  • Enforces the residential permit parking ordinance in the vicinity of Metro facilities and schools;
  • Enforces the street side parking ordinance on public roads;
  • Answers questions from and provides assistance to citizens;
  • Identifies possible criminal activity by observing surroundings and may deter vandals/thieves or summons police officers to investigate;
  • Transports and operates SMART Radar Trailer;
  • Serves as a School Crossing Guard as assigned.


Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
  • Knowledge of county and state parking ordinances;
  • Ability to observe surroundings and identify suspicious activity;
  • Ability to make decisions and enforce laws, ordinances, and regulations;
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;
  • Ability to deal tactfully with the public;
  • Ability to think and act quickly in emergency situations;
  • Ability to use good judgment;
  • Ability to testify in court;
  • Ability to communicate tactfully with subordinates, supervisors and the general public;
  • Ability and willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather;
  • Ability to operate an automobile;
  • Good observational skills;
  • Ability to maintain a high level of ethical standards;
  • Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and be truthful at all times;
  • Ability to lift and transport 40 pounds up to 30 feet;
  • Ability to walk 1/2 mile in 15 minutes;
  • Ability to present reports both written and orally.


Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to: high school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with police department procedures.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
  • Driver's License (Required)
  • VCIN -VA Criminal Information Network- Required within 12 months and recertify every 24 months

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs may be subject to a weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
  • Must be at least 21 years old at time of appointment;
  • Must successfully complete the background investigation to be eligible to be appointed as a Parking Enforcement Official by the Chief of Police;
  • Must successfully complete a criminal background investigation and a polygraph examination prior to appointment;
  • Must have never committed, been involved in, or been convicted of, a felony or serious misdemeanor;
  • Must be of good character and reputation;
  • Must have good hearing and vision.
  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, driver's license check, polygraph exam, pre-employment medical exam, tuberculosis test public safety background check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be capable of walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, and bending. Must also be physically capable of exiting and entering a police automobile numerous times daily. Must have good hearing and vision. Must be 21 years of age. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
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