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The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/competitive basis for the Civil Service examination process for Parking Enforcement Officer in the Police Department.Employees in this class perform fieldwork in connection with the enforcement of parking codes and issue traffic tickets for infractions of the various city ordinances governing parking. The duties include considerable public contact answering questions related to parking regulations, directions and locations. The work also involves assisting police officers in related functions such as identifying stolen vehicles, directing traffic around stalled vehicles, deploying and assisting with street closures, impounding unauthorized and/or abandoned vehicles, and providing support at special events. Ordinarily, the parking enforcement officers work either on foot or with a three-wheeled motorized vehicle in an assigned district in accordance with general instructions. The work is performed under the general direction of a Sergeant who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection, and discussion.For a full description of this position, please see the class specification on the City’s website.Why Everett? Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth, value work-life balance, and provide excellent benefits. Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.Paid Leave – In addition to 11 paid holidays and two floating holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year!Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. Plan for You and Your Family’s Future – The city of Everett offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, a retirement pension through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, and much more. Check out our AFSCME Benefit Guide for more information.Equal Opportunity Employer - The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees. About the CityNestled between Puget Sound and the Snohomish River, Everett is the largest northern city in the Seattle metroplex, seat of one of the fastest growing counties in the country and serves a diverse community of more than 112,000 people. Everett’s quaint historic downtown is home to a vibrant arts, culture and music scene, delicious dining, pubs and breweries, professional baseball and hockey teams, and family-oriented festivals year-round. The city’s neighborhoods offer a broad variety of urban forms, architectural styles and eras, and range from quiet and peaceful to busy and vibrant. Everett is an economic engine, home to a world-class aviation industry cluster, PAE regional airport, seaport, navy base, university, community college, and medical center. Everett is successfully diversifying its economy with exciting green industries such as clean energy, electric aviation, and hydroponic agriculture, while attracting expansion facilities from world-class regional employers such as Seagen, Starbucks, and Amazon. We are in the middle of an exciting chapter in Everett’s story and you can be a part of it! Learn more about Everett’s exciting future!MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSRequires high school graduation or equivalent. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSALL final candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation which may include, but is not limited to the following: FBI record check, financial records, previous employers, friends, relatives, neighbors (past and present), and polygraph (lie detector), psychological and medical examinations, drug testing and fingerprinting.Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire a valid, unrestricted (except for vision), Washington State Driver License and the ability to maintain for the duration of employment.Possession of, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, current certifications in CPR, AED, and basic first aid, and maintain these certifications for the duration of employment. May require other relevant emergency procedure certifications, depending on area of assignment.Submission to a driving record check.HOW TO APPLYApplication materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers.All applicants are required to complete and submit the following: The standard City of Everett Application Form.Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire for PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER*. *Answers must be detailed and will be blind rated.Applications must be submitted through the City’s online application system by 5:00 p.m. on April 30, 2024 to be considered. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.EXAMINATION STEPSComplete the supplemental questionnaire (weighted 30%).This will be blind-rated. Answers should be detailed and thorough.Top-scoring applicants will be called to an oral interview (weighted 70%), tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 9. All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service registers established from the examination processes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONSWork in inclement weather.Perform physical work activities involving bending, climbing, stretching, reaching, standing, sitting, walking, and repeatedly moving from a sitting to standing position and back to sitting again. Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 40 pounds.IMPORTANT NOTESA passing grade of 70.00 or higher is required on all parts of the screening process for placement on the ranked Civil Service eligible register. The examination process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants claiming veterans’ preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214 or other official military separation documentation that clearly indicates an honorable discharge from military service on or before the date filing closes. Final candidates will be placed through very extensive background investigations – please see ‘Special Requirements’ above.This job classification is represented by Everett Municipal Employees Local 113, AFSCME. FILING OPENS: April 16, 2024FILING CLOSES: April 30, 2024OPEN/COMPETITIVEA24038