What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parking Meter Attendant position at Township of Lower Merion?
Summary
This is responsible parking meter enforcement work involving patrolling the Township's streets and parking lots on foot and writing parking tickets.
Work involves responsibility for patrolling assigned area and writing parking tickets for vehicles in violation of the time limits on meters and time zone streets. Duties include noting missing traffic signs, reporting other dangerous conditions and assisting the public by giving directions. Work involves responsibility for making routine parking enforcement decisions. Work requires good knowledge, skill and ability in following proper procedures and dealing with the public.
Works under the general direction of the Director of Parking Services.
Duties
Patrols assigned area including parking lots and residential areas on foot, noting parking violations and writing parking tickets as required by procedures.
In areas without parking meters, enters plate numbers using a handheld computer or manually and periodically rechecks time that vehicle is at location.
Observes missing traffic signs and unsafe conditions and reports to proper authority. Observes defective meters and brings to attention of supervisor.
Assists the public regarding travel directions and related matters.
Enforces snow removal ordinances by writing citations, as assigned.
Carries a police radio and reports traffic collisions and other information to the Police Department and the Director of Parking Services, as necessary.
Represents the Department in attending court hearings for parking violations.
Performs related work as required, including office functions.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or the equivalent.
Some clerical or related experience and some experience in dealing with the public, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience.
Valid driver's license.
Must have transportation to get to assignment at various locations throughout Township.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
Ability to compose correspondence and reports.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.
Good knowledge of general customer service principles when dealing with the public.
Good knowledge of general safety precautions when operating near traffic.
Considerable ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Considerable ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with supervisors, co-workers and the general public.
Physical Requirements
Ability to drive for a minimum of 1 hour, sit for a minimum of 1 hour and walk for a minimum of 6 hours per workday.
Ability to bend, stoop and lift 20% of the workday.
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds for utilizing assigned equipment.
Ability to use both hands for firm grasping and repetitive actions.
Ability to perform job functions using safety precautions in all types of weather and temperatures.
Ability to drive an automobile.
Lower Merion Township offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: Medical/Prescription, Dental and Vision; Group Term Life, AD&D (based on position) and Long Term Disability Insurance; Supplemental Life Insurance; Pension; Deferred Compensation Plan; paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave.