Transportation Enforcement Officer I - Department of Transportation

Transportation Enforcement Officer I

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A Transportation Enforcement Officer I receives on the job training in performing parking control and traffic enforcement work in Baltimore City. These employees patrol City streets to enforce parking ordinances, and direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic at assigned intersections and issues citations for moving violations. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Employees receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a rotating shift to provide evening and weekend coverage and are subject to callback for emergency situations. Work is performed in a vehicle or outdoors where the employee is exposed to such uncomfortable environmental and hazardous working conditions as inclement weather, traffic hazards and verbal or physical abuse. Work requires moderate physical exertion such as walking and standing for long periods and extended hand and arm movements on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications :

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must :

Education : Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications : Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license and eligibility to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit. NO PROVISIONALS NOTE : MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of Maryland State Motor Vehicle laws, ordinances and traffic regulations.
• Knowledge of City Street locations.
• Ability to deal effectively with the general public and City employees from other agencies.
• Ability to use a whistle and hand signals effectively.
• Ability to actively observe vehicular and pedestrian traffic and respond quickly and effectively as needed.
• Ability to control pedestrians and drivers at intersections.
• Ability to interpret and explain regulations.
• Ability to drive defensively.
• Ability to complete forms and records and write simple reports.
• Ability to learn the use a two-way radio and operate hand-held computer devices.

Additional Information :

Background Check : Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and / or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation : All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.

Eligibility : Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation : Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process : All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process : Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Notes : Incumbents must be eligible to obtain a Certificate of Appointment as a Special Enforcement Officer by the Police Commissioner of the City of Baltimore prior to hire. Revocation of the Certificate of Appointment by the Police Commissioner is grounds for dismissal. Certificate of Appointment as a Special Traffic Enforcement Officer requires the applicant to :

Financial Disclosure : This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Your Recruiter : Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II, via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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