Parking Control Officer

Posting Date:

1/8/26

Department:

Transportation - Parking Enforcement

Job Code:

C469 (ID#1538)

Sequence #:

036; 041

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Additional Work Hours Information:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 12:00 PM-8:00 PM; Thursday and Friday 12:00 PM-8:00 or 2:00 PM-10:00 PM. Overtime available most Saturdays on a rotating schedule.

Union Affiliation:

Teamsters Local 25

# of openings:

2

Type of Employment:

Regular

Civil Service Type:

Official Service

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT :

The City of Cambridge Department of Transportation (DOT) supports the safety and health of the Cambridge community by creating and sustaining a high-quality street and parking system that supports a range of transportation options for all those who live, travel, and park in Cambridge.

OVERVIEW:
Performs duties required for the enforcement of all parking rules and regulations in the City of Cambridge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tickets illegally parked cars using a handheld Ticketing Device.

• Patrols assigned routes, such as parking lots and City streets.

• Logs vehicles parked in both metered and non-metered areas in order to ticket overtime and permit parking violators.

• Enforces the City’s snow and ice regulations during winter months by issuing notices to homeowners that have not safely cleared their property.

• Prepares and writes reports relative to enforcement duties, and performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret regulations and read signs.
• Ability to deal with a diverse general public in a professional manner.
• Ability to manage conflict and de-escalate difficult situations.
• Basic math skills needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual skills a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Will frequently need to maneuver between tight spaces.

• Must be able to carry the handheld Ticketing Device, Radio, and ticketing supplies; such as envelopes, rolls of tickets and route cards etc.

• Will need to reach across windshield to position ticket.

• Sufficient independent mobility to travel throughout the City under all weather conditions.

• Ability to work outside and walk the assigned enforcement route for a minimum of 8 hours per day.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Outside work environment with exposure to all weather conditions at all times of year.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation and sick leave eligible
• Sick Incentive Pay eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• City employee transportation benefits (T-Pass reimbursement Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please upload the following documents to complete your application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve - one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].