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Parking Services Attendant
State University of New York Cortland
Cortland, KSA
Full Time
Entry
Onsite
3 weeks ago
Traffic ControlParking EnforcementCustomer ServiceDe escalationIncident DocumentationBuilding Security
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About the Role
SUNY Cortland seeks a Parking Services Attendant to manage traffic flow, enforce parking regulations, and ensure building security. The role involves directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic, patrolling lots, issuing citations, and assisting with special event logistics.
Key Skills for This Role
Traffic ControlParking EnforcementCustomer ServiceDe escalationIncident DocumentationBuilding Security
Responsibilities
- Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic at high volume intersections
- Patrol parking lots and issue citations for non compliance
- Assist with special event parking logistics and after hours coverage
- Perform building security checks as directed
- Maintain parking meters and collect coins
- Set up and take down signage and barricades
Requirements
- Valid NYS Driver's License
- Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods
- Ability to work in inclement weather
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 40 pounds
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English
- Previous experience in parking enforcement, security, event logistics, or traffic control (preferred)
- Knowledge of campus geography and parking layouts (preferred)
Full Job Posting
Position Summary
- The Parking Services Attendant provides critical operational support by managing traffic flow, enforcing parking regulations, and ensuring building security.
- Salary: $34,312 per year.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Major Responsibilities
- Assist pedestrians with safely crossing high traffic locations.
- Direct vehicular traffic to assist with pedestrian safety.
- Monitor campus parking lots for non compliant parking violations and issue tickets.
- Monitor ADA designated spaces, metered parking spaces, and fire lanes.
- Assist with management of special event parking.
- Provide coverage for events outside of normal work hours.
- Assist in setting up and taking down barricades.
- Secure doors of buildings throughout campus as directed.
- Maintain parking meters and collect coins as needed.
- Set up and take down signage when needed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Skill in safely directing pedestrian and vehicle traffic using hand signals, signs, and verbal instructions.
- Ability to monitor surroundings, recognize hazards, and respond proactively.
- Ability to de escalate tense situations calmly and professionally.
- Skill in documenting incidents, safety concerns, or unusual occurrences accurately.
- Proficiency in using equipment such as a traffic van, reflective gear, stop paddles, and radios.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be in possession of a valid NYS Driver's License.
- Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
- Work in inclement weather.
- Able to lift heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
- Applicants must be able to read, speak, and understand English.
- Successful candidate will be issued a body worn camera.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in parking enforcement, security, event logistics, or traffic control, preferably within a campus setting.
- Knowledge of the specific campus geography, buildings, and parking layouts.
Benefits
- Predictable salary progressions and many positions offer permanency.
- Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement program options, paid family leave, flexible spending accounts, long term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
- Free use of Student Life Center for employees.
- Child Care Center for employees' children.
- Professional development opportunities through training, continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and conference travel.
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