Nature of Work
Are you a self-motivated individual who enjoys both outdoor and office work? Do you want to make a difference in your community by ensuring a vibrant and welcoming environment for everyone? The Public Works Department is seeking a Parking Code Compliance Officer to join our dedicated team. We are looking for someone with strong communication and customer service skills to help enforce parking codes and regulations.
This classification series performs a variety of duties associated with parking code enforcement including providing information to the public, issuing citations for violations of parking regulations, investigating community complaints about violations and maintaining parking control equipment. Enforces State and City codes regarding parking regulations. Serves multiple locations around the City such as the Downtown area and Fairhaven. Reports accidents, disturbances, and malfunctioning City traffic equipment to appropriate City staff. This position involves a high degree of public contact. Maintains close working relationships with compliance personnel from other City departments. May be called out for emergency work. Attention to safety and protection of personnel and equipment is integral to the work.
Placement into the Parking Technician Series is based on the required experience and training requirements. Currently there is one (1) full-time vacancy (40 hours per week) in the Public Works Department.
Hourly Rates:
Parking Code Compliance Officer I: Starting hourly rate is at Step 1 ($28.84/hour) for full time positions. The full salary range for this position is $28.84/hour - $35.24/hour.
Parking Code Compliance Officer II: Starting hourly rate is at Step 1 ($30.54/hour) for full time positions. The full salary range for this position is $30.54/hour - $37.39/hour.
Salary Information and Benefits:
This position will start at Step 1. Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy. For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures.
At the City of Bellingham, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive in both your career and personal life. Join our team and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are well cared for. Here’s a closer look at the outstanding benefits that come with being part of our team. You can find more details on our employment benefits page and labor agreements page.
10 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time
12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday per year
8 hours sick leave accrued monthly
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts and medical insurance opt-out program
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security
Optional 457 deferred compensation (Retirement Savings Plan) with employer match
Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month.
Closing Date/Time: Mon. 02/17/25, 8:30 AM Pacific Time
To apply online go to: http://www.cob.org/employment
