Community Services Aide (PARKING)

Job Description

Summary of position
To actively support and assist the City of Sedona with parking in the Uptown area and other areas of the city as assigned. Performs a variety of duties including, enforces City of Sedona parking ordinances and parking related state statues, review parking appeals; coordinates assigned activities with other city departments and outside agencies and performs related work as required. Will hold no arrest powers except those granted members of the general public under the Arizona Revised Statues.
Position Functions Essential Functions:
Performs traffic and pedestrian control in Uptown area, at special events, and other areas of the city.
Patrols assigned area on foot and/or in a vehicle to enforce parking and related traffic ordinances.
Performs regular maintenance of meters and basic parking technology.
Reviews appeals and complaints regarding parking violations.
Issues warning and citations for failure to comply with pertinent parking ordinances.
Appears, testifies and presents evidence in court as required by summons and/or subpoena.
Promotes community relations by routinely communicating with merchants, citizens and tourists.
Assists other City of Sedona departments at the direction of shift supervisor.
Adheres to safe work practices and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Assists the general public, provides directions and responds to questions and inquiries, relays on-site requests for assistance.
Reports hazardous vehicles, expired registrations, suspicious incidents and individuals, traffic accidents, and other occurrences to the police department staff.
Contributes to effective city operations by performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge of:
Equipment and tools used in parking enforcement.
Public relations principles and techniques.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Uptown business district including streets and parking facilities.
Ability to:
Patrol city streets and issue citations in a manner that promotes positive interaction with merchants, citizens and visitors.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City staff and the general public.
Learn and retain applicable state and city laws, ordinances, codes and regulations.
Operate motor vehicles in a safe manner.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Work effectively in the absence of supervision.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Working Conditions
Enviromental Conditions:

• Possible exposure to traffic noise, blowing dust, vehicle and inclement weather

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform moderate physical work and to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, climb, kneel, twist, ride, pinch, pick, reach, grab, walk, sit, bend, crawl, push, pull, and perform a variety of similar body movements.
• Possess hand/eye/foot coordination adequate to use personal protective devices, office equipment and computer, and operate an automobile and bicycle
• Ability to see and read instructions, codes, regulations, ownership documents and characters on a computer screen and to observe parking violations
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend or squat for long periods of time.
• Develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives and procedures.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Benefit

• For every thirty hours worked, one hour of PTO time is allotted.

Unique place to work and live
The City of Sedona, located in Arizona’s stunning Red Rock Country, provides exceptional public services and creates a vibrant community for residents and visitors alike. Known for its breathtaking scenery and outdoor recreation, Sedona is a top destination for relaxation and adventure. Join our team and help preserve Sedona’s natural beauty while enhancing the quality of life for all. Our employees are at the heart of making Sedona a welcoming, inspiring place to live and visit. Be part of something remarkable.

Contact Information
City of Sedona
Human Resources
102 Roadrunner Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-203-5038 or 203-5189
HumanResources@SedonaAZ.gov

The City of Sedona is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City are based on business needs; job requirements; individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; or any other status protected by law or regulation.