Parking Officer

Are you passionate about maintaining order and ensuring the smooth operation of parking services within a dynamic local authority? West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated and motivated Parking Officer to join our Transport and Countryside Service, reporting to the Senior Parking Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective management of parking enforcement and advisory services in a diverse and supportive working environment. The Role As a Parking Officer, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality parking services to the West Berkshire community. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing parking penalty charge notices and handling representations and appeals.
• Conducting regular site visits and inspections to enforce parking regulations.
• Providing advice and guidance to residents, businesses, and the public regarding parking issues.
• Collaborating with external contractors to ensure efficient operation of parking enforcement.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of parking policies and initiatives.
In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and providing statistical information as required., This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies. This privacy notice applies to job applicants applying for vacancies with West Berkshire Council AI in Applications We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation. However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected. We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
• Experience in parking enforcement or a similar regulatory role.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations governing parking.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism.
  
  Additionally, you should be a team player who is self-motivated and capable of working independently.
Why Work for West Berkshire Council? West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays), rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service. (Pro rata holiday for part-time hours)
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here