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Job Summary: The Parking Control Officer is responsible for the overall functions of parking meters, issuance of tickets, and maintenance of garages. Duties/Responsibilities: ? The duties of the parking control officer shall be to enforce parking rules and regulations pursuant to the Holyoke Code of Ordinances and Massachusetts General Laws ? Ticket illegally parked vehicles on overtime meters or vehicles parked in violation of resident parking ordinances, street cleaning ordinances, snow and ice removal ordinances or any other parking restrictions. ? Patrols shall be assigned to areas of parking lots and sections of the central business district on foot or in a vehicle as required. ? Patrols shall prepare and write reports relative to enforcement duties ? Perform weekly parking meter collections and make bank deposits ? Investigate meter malfunctions ? Repair, if possible, and assist in maintaining a properly functioning parking system. ? Maintains grounds and interior of City owned parking garages including rubbish removal, landscaping, and spot painting. ? Assists in the training of new personnel ? Assists in maintaining a properly functioning parking system, and to maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of parking regulations and rules of the city of Holyoke. ? Performs other work associated with the Department of Public Works as directed. ? The functions above are normal for this position. ? Other duties may be required and assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: ? Working knowledge of Massachusetts and City of Holyoke parking regulations. ? Ability to monitor compliance with parking regulations and time limits. ? Ability to use handheld devices and radio equipment. ? Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to interact in a fair and courteous manner with the public at all times. ? Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. ? Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in typical urban conditions. ? Ability to work outside and be exposed to all weather conditions. ? Ability to walk extensive daily foot patrols for extended periods of time. ? Ability to consistently wear equipment weighing up to 10 lbs Education, certification, licensure, or other similar requirements: ? High School Diploma or equivalent ? Must possess a valid MA driver?s license. ? Prior experience as a parking control officer preferred. Job Environment: ? Work is performed outdoors with loud noise levels and exposure to variable weather conditions and hazards subject to seasonal and weather-related fluctuations. ? Errors could result in the delay or loss of services, personal injury to self and/or others, damage to buildings and equipment, and significant monetary loss and/or legal repercussions. Physical Requirements: ? This position is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and walk; uses hands and feet to handle objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms as in to pick up tools, equipment, and other objects. ? Physical agility required to access all areas of project sites, assist in manual labor, and lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 pounds. ? Vision and hearing at normal/average ranges. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Employment status & Hours: Regular Full-time employment, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Salary/Pay rate: \$21.37 (minimum) up to \$23.08 (maximum) per hour (Grade PW-17,UFCW Local 1459 ) Employee Benefits: Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Optional Vision and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Short-term Disability How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to Personnel@holyoke.org