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Job Description
THE CITY
The City
Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops, and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 800+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $325 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services, including Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, Community Services, and Transportation.
THE POSITION
Only the first 100 applications submitted will be considered.
Please note that the job posting may close without prior notice.
- Enforces parking regulations by foot and vehicle patrols.
- Issues parking and municipal code citations and testifies in court.
- Assists in the identification and removal of abandoned or illegally parked vehicles.
- May arrange for towing and impounding of vehicles for unpaid parking tickets.
- Observes and impounds reported stolen or wanted vehicles, reports inoperative traffic signals and parking meters, inadequate street and parking zone painting.
- Ensures that parking enforcement vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and utilized.
- Assist with traffic control and crossing guard duties.
- May report to minor non-injury traffic collisions to facilitate the exchange of documents between the parties involved and clear the road.
- Mitigate situations. Be able to make decisions and identify when additional assistance is required.
- Communicate through police radio using police codes and terminology.
- Performs other related duties.
Minimum Requirements:
High school graduation or equivalent and some experience involving public contact.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver license.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
Applicants must receive a passing score on all examination components to be placed on the eligible list.
Examination Components- WRITTEN TEST (Qualifying) : To measure reading comprehension and reasoning ability. (Tentatively scheduled for the week of October 28, 2025).
- ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted at 100%) : To evaluate ability and skill requirements and personal qualifications. (Tentatively scheduled for the week of November 18, 2025).
- BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND POLYGRAPH (Qualifying) : Evaluations to determine suitability for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer.
- PSYCHOLOGICAL SCREENING AND MEDICAL EXAMINATION (Qualifying) : Evaluations to determine suitability for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice. Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.
Conditions of Employment:- Background/Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, the employee is subject to further reporting from the DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
- Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
- E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency, or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of appointment.
The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.
The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.
This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).
Formore detailedinformationregarding thebenefits associated with this position, click on the following link:
https://www.culvercity.org/jobs
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Culver City
Show moreThe City of Culver City, with a population of 40,000, is eight miles from Downtown Los Angeles and five miles from the Pacific Ocean, near the intersection of the Santa Monica and San Diego Freeways. A Charter City which incorporated in 1917, Culver City has a Council/CAO form of government and provides a full range of municipal services. The City has almost 650 employees and a current annual operating budget of $106 million.The City prides itself in having stable, delightful neighborhoods with numerous parks, excellent schools and a diversified economic base. Deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, the City is home to major movie studios and post-production houses. In addition, traditional manufacturing, strong retail and an active health care industry support the diversified portfolio. With one of the State's most successful redevelopment agencies in place, the City has been able make great improvements in recent years.
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