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University Of West Florida
OPS Student Assistant
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What they do
A Parking Enforcement Officer enforces municipal parking regulations. Patrols city streets and public parking lots, monitors parking meters, issues tickets or warnings where cars are parked illegally or where the parking fee has not been paid.
$44,701 / year median in Florida
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site . For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu . OPS Student Assistant Pensacola - Main Campus, Florida, United States Parking & Transportation Services Student Student Closing on: Feb 28 2027 Add to favorites View favorites
POSITION DETAILS
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.Classification Title:
OPS Student Assistant Working Title:
Parking Patroller Department:
Parking & Transportation Services FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Salary Range:
$15 per hourPay Basis:
HourlyPOSITION OVERVIEW JOB SUMMARY
Student Patrollers (SPs) are primarily responsible for enforcing parking regulations by way of issuing citations to vehicles or by immobilizing vehicles with the use of vehicle wheel clamps. You will patrol parking lots and report the existence of hazardous conditions. Since Patrollers mainly work outdoors, you must be able to handle all possible weather conditions where issuing citations is practical. As an employee in Parking & Transportation Services, you will be required to become familiar with UWF Parking Regulations. Other duties include, but are not limited to: Answering parking-related questions in the office, assigning virtual permits, installing signage, assisting at the Visitor's Center, assisting in traffic and crowd control for events on campus, removing and replacing signs, and other parking services related tasks. Occasionally, during slow periods, you may be asked to assist in other departments.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a student currently enrolled for credit at UWF or any other Florida college or university. Must possess a valid driver's license to operate the License Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a student currently enrolled for credit at UWF or any other Florida college or university. Must provide proof of enrollment each semester (via registration or fee payment receipt) if attending an institution other thanUWF. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others. Strong conflict resolution skills, with the ability to safely de-escalate difficult or stressful customer service situations. Keen attention to detail, including the ability to accurately observe, assess, and record hazardous conditions in parking lots. Basic mathematical proficiency for handling minor calculations. Ability to lift and move heavy objects as needed. No prior work experience is required; must have a strong willingness to learn and actively participate in ongoing job training.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements:
Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more disagreeable environmental factors, such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with often to the point of being objectionable.Impact of Deadlines:
Routine deadlines. Usually sufficient lead time. Variance in work volume, seasonal, and predictable. Priorities can be anticipated. Some interruptions are present. Involves occasional exposure to demands/pressures from persons other than immediate sup.Standing:
Daily Walking:
Daily Sitting:
Occasionally Reaching with hands and arms: Daily Climbing or balancing:Occasionally Stooping:
Daily Use of hands to handle objects: Daily Lifting up to 10lbs: Frequently Lifting up to 25lbs: Occasionally Lifting over 25lbs: Occasionally Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily Special Requirements or Considerations of theJob:
This position requires fingerprinting. Special Instructions toApplicants:
Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS
Number of Vacancies:
Multiple Work Hours:
M-F, 8am - 5pm, hours varyFTE:
0.225Closing Date:
02/28/2027 The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694. E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.Benefits
- Dental Insurance