Parking Facilities Attendant

Parking Facilities Attendant

Summary of Position

The class works under general supervision and requires working knowledge of rules and procedures pertaining to parking facilities operation and security and general safety practices in order to provide security for parked cars and enforce parking rules and regulations.

Position Information

Essential Function and

Responsibilities

• 50% - Enforces parking rules and regulations; monitors vehicles for parking authorization; collects parking fees; provides security for parked vehicles and issues citations for parking violations; directs visitors to proper destinations and provides information to drivers.

• 50% - Directs parking and traffic for special events. Provides information and assistance to visitors.

• Assists in preparation for events and daily operations; sets up signs, cones, horses, and other related materials.

• Checks parking lots and decks for prowlers, fire, water leakage, and other potential problems.

• Issues parking violations as assigned.

• Assists in minor repairs to equipment.

• Other Functions and

Responsibilities

• Assists with training new hires.

• Performs other duties as assigned and/or required that are within the level of responsibility for this classification at the discretion of the supervisor.

• Equipment Operated: Parking vehicles; handheld computerized ticket writers; mechanical gates; hand tools; battery jumper, vehicle immobilization devices.

• Work Schedule: Typically, M-T-W-Th-F 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 9-month position beginning two weeks prior to fall semester and continuing for 39 weeks (Typically, mid-August to mid-May).

• Primary

Location

Youngstown

Supervision Exercised: May exercise supervision over student employees.

Reports to: Administrative Assistant 2

Qualifications and Competencies

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Valid driver’s license and compliance with university insurance policy.

Sponsorship and/or Work Authorization Status: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of: policies and procedures pertaining to parking facility ticketing and security; public relations; addition and subtraction.

Skill in: operation of a walkie-talkie, cash register, and computer system; verbal communication.

Ability to: deal with problems involving few variables within familiar context; carry out simple instructions; read, copy, and record figures; and meet the physical requirements of the position.

(*) Developed after employment.

Minimum

Qualifications

• At least a high school diploma or GED; three or more months of experience in customer service and/or public relations; and a valid driver's license.

• Preferred

Qualifications

• Knowledge of campus physical layout. Experience in sales.

• Physical

Requirements

• In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform medium work.

• Medium: work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

• Supplemental Information

• Supplemental Information: This posting is for staff positions not student appointments. Students interested in applying for Parking Services student appointments should visit: Student Employment.

• At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.

• Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have at least a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have three or more months of experience in customer service and/or public relations?

• Yes

• No

• What is the highest level of education that you have attained?

• Did not complete high school.

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent

• Some college

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• Doctoral degree

• Post doctoral degree

• Juris doctor degree

• Please describe your related experience.

• Required Question

• Employer

• Youngstown State University (OH)

• Address

• 1 Tressel Way

• Youngstown, Ohio, 44555

• Website

• http://www.ysu.edu