Parking Officer

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Parking Officer to join our Community Laws team in a 6 month contract. As our Parking Officer, you will make a difference daily by providing effective and efficient Parking Enforcement duties across the municipality to create and maintain an environment that preserves and enhances public health and safety.

This is a full time temporary 6 month role. This is a Band 4 classified role remuneration will be $71,212.94 - $75,849.47 (pro-rata) (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

Please note: This position may involve a spread of working hours, including weekend shifts.

What You Will Bring To This Role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

• Strong customer service skills and demonstrated experience in conflict resolution and dealing with the public in complex situations.
• Ability to correctly interpret and apply relevant Legislation and regulations.
• Self-motivation, initiative and the ability to produce work outcomes in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to relate to others both within the organisation and outside of Council.
• Experience in assisting writing reports and preparing evidence for court.
• Demonstrated commitment to a team philosophy and willingness to participate in continuous improvement of work practices.
• Computer literacy, including the use of MS Office and parking enforcement systems, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
  
  
  

How To Apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by the 27th of February 2025 at 11:45pm.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information on this role please contact Michael Keetch at michael.keetch@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8273.

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.  

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why work at Knox

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:

• Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
• Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave
• Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
• Support towards further study
• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.
  
  
  

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent Requirements

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

Community Laws Officers - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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