Safety Officer

On Street Parking Enforcement Officer (Security & Life Safety)

Hours: 7:00AM -3:00PM or 3:00PM-11:00PM. Days off vary.

Job Description: The Public Building Authority is currently recruiting On Street Parking Enforcement Officers. The PBA On-Street Enforcement Officers are issued a City of Knoxville municipal enforcement certification by the Knoxville Police Department, upon approval following a thorough background check, and are sworn in for these duties. After training, approval, and swearing-in, the PBA enforcement officers work in conjunction with the Knoxville Police Department to issue citations for parking violations. This position will also work to ensure the safety of the public, tenants, and staff at PBA-managed parking garages. Under the direction of the Director of Security & Life Safety, Officers are responsible for the following duties:

Duties:

• Observation of parking infractions and preparation of citations when appropriate.
• Completion of proscribed rounds within zones of enforcement.
• Acting as an ambassador for the City of Knoxville and the County of Knox by assisting members of the public when called upon.
• Assist with providing continuous surveillance of assigned garage facility.
• Provide continual inspection of safety and security on PBA properties.
• Report concerns to immediate supervisor or appropriate PBA staff member(s) on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure that proper security and life safety measures are provided for the public within assigned garages.
• Provide safety and security assistance and information to members of the public and building tenants.
• Patrol assigned garages of PBA-managed facilities to ensure no safety or security concerns are present.
• Investigate and report accidents and/or incidents that occur on PBA-managed properties.
• Other work as assigned by the Director of Security & Life Safety.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must have no felony convictions. Must have no misdemeanor convictions that would compromise the mission of the Public Building Authority.
• Must have a current Tennessee driver’s license.
• Ability to interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• This is an entry-level position; training will be provided.

Ability to:

Must be physically able to sit, walk, or stand for extended periods on a regular basis. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials weighing up to 50 Lbs. All candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical prior to final job offer.

In accordance with PBA’s Operating Agreement between the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, the employees of PBA are designated as employees of Knox County for the purpose of participating in all pension, health, and other benefit plans of Knox County. These health plans include medical coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, and flexible benefit options.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Note:

This is a full-time 40 hour a week position. The selected candidate must have schedule flexibility to cover other shifts, when necessary. PBA Security & Life Safety operates 24/7.

This position works in an open office environment where teamwork is emphasized. As such, regular punctual attendance is an essential function to the role.

The Public Building Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PBA may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.56 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1 - $16