Parking Enforcement Specialist
Requisition Number:
67532
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
13-Oct-2025
Date Posted:
23-Sep-2025
Job Summary
The Parking Services Enforcement Team at CU Boulder invites applications for a Parking Enforcement Specialist. This position is responsible for enforcement of all campus parking lots, loading docks and service parking spaces on campus. The Enforcement Specialists determine if the vehicles on campus have the appropriate credentials for where they are parked to ensure efficient campus operations. The Parking Services Department utilizes License Plate Recognition (LPR) software by Genetec, Inc., and AIMS Campus Permit Software by EDC Corp. CU Parking Services provides on-the-job training for all software and other systems used by the Enforcement Team. This position works with and supports all Parking Services units. Additionally, this position acts as a Parking Services "ambassador" through daily interactions with campus partners and constituents while fulfilling the job duties across campus. This position has access to a University vehicle, radio, cell phone, body camera and laptop while working on campus to fulfill the enforcement functions required.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Parking Services (PS) is a department within the Auxiliary Services unit of Finance and Business Strategy (FBS) at the University of Colorado Boulder. The FBS goal is to provide innovative customer service and revenue focused solutions to support our campus and local community clients. Parking Services ensures our collective success by supporting the University of Colorado Boulder’s strategic goals, supporting and investing in our workforce, meeting our fiscal responsibilities as a self-funded university business and planning for a sustainable future.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Patrol University grounds for parking infractions and other issues that impede ingress and egress routes. This includes reviewing parking credentials and issuing citations. Support departmental operations by collection data on parking lot occupancy and resource usage through various media.
- Ensure minimal impact to campus operations through support of Facilities, Events and other departmental units working with campus event coordinators, contractors, and project managers.
- Setup and maintain equipment for special events. This includes the opportunity for any non-routine enforcement for events where the incumbent will assist with the traffic direction, payment collection, or the verification of VIP credentials.
- Fields questions and comments from campus constituents and visitors regarding parking regulations. The incumbent is also responsible for conveying protocols and personnel assignments for special events. In addition, the incumbent also communicates with vehicle owners regarding infractions and suggested remedies. The incumbent also works with appropriate campus resources to resolve issues beyond their control.
- Responds to emergent needs as directed by department needs. This may also include collaboration with University Police to facilitate safety concerns for the campus and public good.
What You Should Know
- This position is an in-person, on campus position. The work schedule is four (4) 10 hour shifts.
- This position requires a valid Colorado driver's license (no special endorsements needed).
What We Can Offer
- The annual salary for this position is $43,931
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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What We Require
- 1 year of customer service experience.
- Basic computer skills.
- Smart phone operational knowledge.
- Education may substitute for qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
- This position requires a valid Colorado driver's license (no special endorsements needed).
What We Would Like You to Have
- Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. Please note this is not necessary! If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest!
- The ability to confront the public in direct ways, without creating a hostile environment, with an ability to de-escalate a situation.
- The ability to write reports and have good oral and written communication skills to train, organize, educate and supervise.
- Experience working in a larger (20,000+ student population) university environment.
- Experience working in a modern, technology driven parking program with License Plate Recognition technology and the application of citation issuance through the application of smart phone technology.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by October 13, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu