Traffic Enforcement Specialist

JOB BULLETIN

THE CITY OF BUENA PARK IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST!

Are you a highly motivated individual who is interested in working for an elite law enforcement agency and making a difference in the City of Buena Park community? Join a team that invests in community partnerships, effective law enforcement, and community educational opportunities. This is an exciting and rewarding career opportunity to join the Buena Park Police Department as a Professional Staff employee. With state-of-the-art facilities and a community-oriented proactive approach on crime, the Buena Park Police Department offers a work environment unmatched in Orange County!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, patrols assigned areas in vehicle and on foot to enforce parking regulations and vehicle codes; impounds vehicles; conducts investigations and writes reports; and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Traffic Enforcement Specialist patrols an assigned area of responsibility and identifies and cites vehicles parked illegally. The Traffic Enforcement Specialist also researches registrations of suspicious vehicles to identify ones that have been stolen or abandoned. This position interfaces with the general public when being confronted about parking violations and answers other questions regarding parking regulations. The position contacts other city personnel in reporting service needs and researching the status of vehicles and communicates with tow companies to impound vehicles.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.

Marks vehicles in timed parking areas.Issues parking citations to vehicles illegally parked on street sweeping route, having exceeded time limits, and violating general parking ordinances.Recognizes suspicious or abandoned vehicles and researches Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) records to identify registered owner and outstanding violations; issues citations. Responds to and investigates basic injury and non-injury traffic collision reports. Conducts follow-up investigations on hit-and-run traffic collisions. Responds to fatal and serious collisions callouts, and assists sworn personnel in the investigation and documentation process. Contacts Police Dispatch to identify stolen vehicles. Arranges for towing and impounding of abandoned vehicles. Notifies the Public Works Department of required services such as tree trimming, sign replacement, and animal control needs. Testifies in court regarding circumstances of disputed violations. Performs traffic control, and assists with crowd control at parades and civic functions. Assists citizens by providing directions. Leads contracted street sweeper along sweeper route.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Knowledge of :
California Vehicle Code and municipal parking ordinances; geographic location of streets, parks, and major landmarks; effective customer service techniques.

Ability to :
Operate computerized ticket writers and memorize computer codes to identify type of violation and vehicle make; operate right hand drive vehicle; operate two-way radio; exercise judgment when enforcing State vehicle codes and local parking ordinances and communicating with the public; read maps and properly determine proper directions and routes of travel; learn and use basic equipment related to the investigation of serious and fatal traffic collisions; complete accurate and detailed records and reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is constantly required to sit, and frequently stand and walk. The employee must be able to talk and hear. The employee must be able to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate computer hardware and standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms above and below shoulder level. The employee occasionally lifts and carries records and documents weighing less than 20 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data; thoroughly analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; and interact appropriately with staff, management, other law enforcement representatives, and the general public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee constantly works outdoors and is constantly exposed to variable weather conditions, including heat, humidity, wetness and moisture, and vehicle fumes. The employee encounters angry individuals who have been cited for violations of city parking and municipal codes.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or G.E.D. Equivalent is required. One year of public contact or community service work experience is required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid class C driver's license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.

Ability to be assigned to rotating work shifts, including holidays and weekends, and overtime as needed.

An eligibility list may be established subject to a pre-employment medical exam (including drug and alcohol), and background investigation (including polygraph test).

APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT

TENTATIVE TESTING SCHEDULE (DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

MANDATORY INFORMATIONAL MEETING AND WRITTEN EXAM: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
ORAL INTERVIEWS: TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026

Applicants must submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department web page at www.buenapark.com/hr . Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will no be accepted in lieu of a completed City employment application.

All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to an oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. An eligible list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner.

The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.

Americans with Disabilities:

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (714) 562-3515 no later than 5 business days before the test date.

Fingerprinting:

Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof.

Physical Examination:

Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which may include drug and alcohol screening. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense.

Below is a list of key benefits offered to employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.

SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.

RETIREMENT: Provided through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.

VACATION: Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first five (5) years of service. Public safety employees receive a different but equivalent benefit. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.

SICK LEAVE: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with no maximum accumulation.

HOLIDAYS:An average of eleven (11) holidays per year.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Several plans (indemnity and HMO's) are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according at bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.

VISION INSURANCE: One plan is available. The Employee pays the insurance premium and this benefit is voluntary.

LIFE INSURANCE: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. Premiums are fully paid by the City.

LONG TERM DISABILITY: Fully paid by the City. Police sworn personnel are not eligible.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City offersone (1) plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.

WORK SCHEDULE:4/10 or 3/12 alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.

OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.

CHILDCARE ASSISTANCE: $100 per month, per child, is available to all Full-Time City employees with eligible dependents 0 - 5 years of age.

Closing Date/Time: 12/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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