Traffic Control Officer-Part Time

DescriptionSummaryThe Traffic Control Officer performs clerical field work to enforce parking regulations and provide traffic direction and control for Piedmont Triad Airport Authority. Work is performed under the direction of a Police Sergeant and is evaluated based on effectiveness of enforcement operations and accuracy of records maintained.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPatrol the airport area on foot or bicycle, enforcing various parking regulations as needed by issuing warnings, tickets, or parking stickersEnter relevant information about license and vehicle, location, and time to generate tickets and warnings from handheld computers and printerExplain parking and traffic policies and procedures to airport visitorsPatrol parking lots to inspect vehicles for proper parking authorization and issue citations as neededDirect vehicles and pedestrian traffic during high volume times and in high volume placesProvide information about airport facilities and locations to visitorsOperate a two-way radio, cell phone, and other forms of technology to maintain communication with relevant departments and employeesMonitor parking areas to ensure proper use and safety, including handling and reporting any incidents or suspicious activities to the appropriate contact immediatelyOther duties as assignedRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesWorking knowledge of Piedmont Triad Airport Authority parking regulations, practices, methods, and equipment, including a two-way radio, vehicle, and T2 traffic deviceAbility to prepare, maintain, and organize records and reportsAbility to operate handheld computer and printerAbility to understand, interpret, and apply applicable policies and regulations appropriatelyAbility to communicate effectively in oral and written formsAbility to work effectively with the public and to enforce regulations fairly and accuratelyAbility to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in tense or emergency situationsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and members of the publicDemonstrate leadership, problem solving, and excellent customer service skillsMinimum RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent and 1+ years of relevant experienceFinal candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examinationHold and maintain valid U.S. driver's license with 3 years of verifiable driving historyPreferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPrior experience in related professionPossess an associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or universityWorking Conditions and Physical RequirementsThis position requires a variety of ranges of motion such as reaching, climbing, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and other repetitive motions when performing tasks and for long periods of timeAdequate hearing, writing, range of motion, speech, and visual acuity to operate a handheld computer, inspect parking stickers, distinguish vehicle colors, and hand write parking ticketsAbility to operate in an environment with frequent interruptions from people and or noises, which in return could result in some level of stress, fatigue, or strainAbility to operate indoors and outdoors in all seasons, including extreme temperaturesAbility to respond to emergency situations and calls for service without delay, including climbing a minimum of two flights of stairs and maintaining clear radio communicationAbility to lift up to 20 lbsHours