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Parking Enforcement Officer - Parking Services - UTK
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Position Number: 6057229
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Parking Enforcement Officer - Parking Services - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 1963
Job Category: Operations
Posting Date: 03/05/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1331 Circle Park, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
Parking Enforcement Officers serve as front-line ambassadors of the department tasked with maintaining orderly and safe use of parking resources on campus. While patrolling campus, officers accurately issue citations for vehicles parked in violation of the University of Tennessee's parking regulations. For certain parking infractions a vehicle will need to be booted or towed. To issue citations officers will walk parking lots or use LPR (License Plate Reader) equipped vehicles. To ensure safety, officers monitor critical areas such as accessible spaces, fire lanes, and roadways to keep them unobstructed.

Responsibilities

Accurately Issue citations to vehicles parked in violation of University of Tennessee parking regulations.
Immobilize and/or tow vehicles as warranted.
Use hand-held computer units to check for counterfeit, lost, or stolen permits.
Use two way radio to communicate with departmental personnel
Operate UT Vehicle
Serve as an ambassador for campus when interacting and assisting customers and the general public
Perform and record vacancy counts for evaluation of parking utilization.
Evaluate condition of parking lots.
Report maintenance needs.
Direct traffic and assist with special events as needed.
Recommend improvements to parking procedures and operations as related to area of responsibility
Properly care for and maintain equipment used.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
Verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to independently handle irate customers
Physical ability to traverse parking lots and occasionally rough terrain.
Ability to lift 25-50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with parking policies
Thorough knowledge and understanding of campus layout
General working knowledge of mechanical equipment and tools

Work Location

Position is onsite and located in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR03
Anticipated hiring range: $35,360.00
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About The College/Department/Division Parking Enforcement is a department within Parking & Transportation located in the University of Tennessee Knoxville Campus. Parking Enforcement maintain orderly and safe use of parking resources on campus.

About Us

With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!

Ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates", "One of America's Best Large Employers", "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
Ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates", "One of America's Best Large Employers", "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

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