Student Parking Services Officer

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Please be sure to include preferred contact information on your application / resume for follow up interview scheduling.
• Preference given to students available during the summer and break times.
• Hiring will be based on existing shift availability

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Business Title

Student Parking Services Officer

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Please be sure to include preferred contact information on your application / resume for follow up interview scheduling.
• Preference given to students available during the summer and break times.
• Hiring will be based on existing shift availability

Posting Number

20161764STD

Department Summary

Student Parking Enforcement Officer duties may include the following:

• Ensure compliance with university parking regulations, guidelines and maintain order in parking areas.
• Be a positive and professional ambassador of the department.
• Educate the public about university parking rules, methods of payments, building and parking lot locations.
• Provide instruction regarding different parking options available and permits required for specific lots.
• Officers patrol assigned areas in parking lots and garages on foot and by vehicle.
• Identify violations and issue citations with fines or warnings to vehicles as needed.
• Record details of the violation through an enforcement app on department cell phones.
• Keep accurate records of citations, warnings, towing and immobilized vehicles.
• Ensure the proper function of parking meters and other enforcement equipment.
• Be observant of missing signs and communicate the location of damaged, broken, vandalized devices that will need repair.
• Boot / immobilize vehicles and coordinate vehicle towing services when necessary.
• Assist with special event parking, setting up signs, cones and barricades.

Position will require working outdoors. Inclement weather is possible, extreme hot & cold temperatures, high winds, rain or snow

Job Profile

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Ensures parking rules and regulations are followed on campus by monitoring parking lots, issuing citations, and assisting students and staff with parking-related inquiries or concerns. Assists with special event parking.

Level Summary

Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

No budgetary responsibility.

Problem Solving:

Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.

Independence of Action:

Works under close supervision.

Communication and Collaboration:

Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be a current student enrolled at Ohio University or Hocking College (undergrad minimum-6 credit hours, graduate minimum-5 credit hours).
• Must be 18 years of age or older to operate state vehicle.
• Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing to operate state vehicle.
• Must be honest and trustworthy. High ethical standards are a must.
• Attention to detail, must be able to accurately record information relating to the vehicle, location, violation, photos etc.
• Positive & professional attitude with good communication and troubleshooting abilities.
• Have a good record of being dependable and punctual at work and school.
• Long periods of standing, walking to patrol assigned areas.
• Self-motivated, must be able to work independently and stay on task without constant supervision.
• Previous experience in the customer service area or office setting and excellent computer skills are a plus

Working Condition/Physical Demands:

• Long period of standing & walking to patrol campus parking lots.
• Operate department vehicles to complete enforcement duties.
• Operate handheld devices to issue citations.
• Must be able to lift 25lb signs and wooden barricades.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, possibly lay down on the ground to attach immobilization devices.
• Must be able to lift 35lb vehicle immobilization devices

Department

Transportation & Parking

Pay Rate

$12.00/Hour

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Posting Open Date

08/20/2026

Posting End Date

09/04/2026

Job Category

Student Hourly

Planning Unit

Vice President for Finance & Administration

Work Schedule

Multiple shifts available (Monday – Friday, 7am-5pm) (Saturday-Sunday, 7am-5pm). Flexible hours, will work with your class schedule. Some weekend days may be required to support special event staffing (home football games, commencement, etc.)

Campus

Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Kristen Bunce, [email protected]

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Employment Type

Part-Time

Job Level

STUDENT

Job Family

Student Hourly Employee

Job Sub Family

Student Parking Services Officer

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