What it pays
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Half of all Parking Enforcement Workers in the U.S. earn more than $46,730 a year — the middle 80% land between $35,130 and $75,340. About 9,050 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Parking Enforcement Workers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Service and sales workers earn about ₹15,575 a month on average — around ₹1.9 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$46,730typical pay / year
9,050people in this work
$75,340+top 10% earn
₹1.9 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Provide patrol services
+Run the midday downtown patrol, check all metered blocks for overstays, note illegally parked vehicles for…
Provide patrol services
+Run the midday downtown patrol, check all metered blocks for overstays, note illegally parked vehicles for ticketing, report blocked loading zones to dispatch, and log patrol times and locations so shifts are covered and turnover remains steady.
The tools that do the workTicket issuingVehicle information databasesESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Assist motorists with problems
+Attend to the stalled driver outside the courthouse, assess if the vehicle can be restarted or needs tow,…
Assist motorists with problems
+Attend to the stalled driver outside the courthouse, assess if the vehicle can be restarted or needs tow, explain parking rules and citation options calmly, call tow company if needed, and record the assistance provided and time for the shift log.
The tools that do the workWeb browserMicrosoft OutlookESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Enter and retrieve vehicle information
+During the afternoon shift, run the license plate into the city vehicle system, verify registration and…
Enter and retrieve vehicle information
+During the afternoon shift, run the license plate into the city vehicle system, verify registration and outstanding violations, update the record with my location and action taken, then pull up ownership history if needed before issuing a citation.
The tools that do the workVehicle information databasesTicket issuingjob descriptionsO*NET
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Sending & sharing1
Issue citations or call for tow services
+Issue a citation to the black SUV at 412 Elm for expired meter and upload the vehicle photo and officer…
Issue citations or call for tow services
+Issue a citation to the black SUV at 412 Elm for expired meter and upload the vehicle photo and officer notes, or if the vehicle is obstructing traffic on Main and Second, call for tow services and notify dispatch immediately.
The tools that do the workTicket issuingVehicle information databasesjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work13
Perform traffic control at accident scenes
+Direct traffic at the two-vehicle collision on Elm Street by positioning cones, directing motorists through…
Perform traffic control at accident scenes
+Direct traffic at the two-vehicle collision on Elm Street by positioning cones, directing motorists through one lane, escorting an ambulance into the scene, and keep police dispatch updated every five minutes until scene cleared.
The tools that do the workVehicle information databasesjob descriptionsO*NET
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Maintain close communications with dispatching personnel, using two-way radios or cell phones.
+Stay on the assigned channel and keep dispatch informed of location changes, traffic conditions, and any…
Maintain close communications with dispatching personnel, using two-way radios or cell phones.
+Stay on the assigned channel and keep dispatch informed of location changes, traffic conditions, and any priority incidents via clear two-way radio calls or a direct call to the supervisor when radio fails.
The tools that do the workIntegrated Parking Solutions MAppO*NET
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Perform simple vehicle maintenance procedures, such as checking oil and gas, and report mechanical problems to supervisors.
+Before shift starts check patrol vehicle oil, coolant, tire pressure and fuel level, log any defects in the…
Perform simple vehicle maintenance procedures, such as checking oil and gas, and report mechanical problems to supervisors.
+Before shift starts check patrol vehicle oil, coolant, tire pressure and fuel level, log any defects in the vehicle log, and call fleet supervisor immediately for tow or repair if a problem would prevent duty.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Train new or temporary staff.
+Run a one-hour on-street training with the new recruit covering ticketing procedure, safe cone placement,…
Train new or temporary staff.
+Run a one-hour on-street training with the new recruit covering ticketing procedure, safe cone placement, managing peak-hour flow, and ride-along on a busy block with corrective coaching and a follow-up checklist.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Provide information to the public regarding parking regulations and facilities, and the location of streets, buildings and points of interest.
+At the tourist information kiosk explain current parking hours and meter rules, show the nearest garages and…
Provide information to the public regarding parking regulations and facilities, and the location of streets, buildings and points of interest.
+At the tourist information kiosk explain current parking hours and meter rules, show the nearest garages and bus stops, and hand the visitor a printed map with walking directions to the library and city hall.
The tools that do the workWeb browserO*NET
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Collect coins deposited in meters.
+Collect coins from meters on Main and Pine in the 10 a.m. sweep, count and record totals on the route sheet,…
Collect coins deposited in meters.
+Collect coins from meters on Main and Pine in the 10 a.m. sweep, count and record totals on the route sheet, secure the cash in the lockbox, and report discrepancies to the supervisor before returning to the depot.
The tools that do the workComplus Data Innovations FastTrackO*NET
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Diffuse tense situations
+Calm the motorist at the curb, state the parking regulation being enforced, listen to their complaint without…
Diffuse tense situations
+Calm the motorist at the curb, state the parking regulation being enforced, listen to their complaint without interruption, offer a clear next step—appeal process or officer review—and call for backup if they threaten violence or become uncooperative.
The tools that do the workTicket issuingVehicle information databasesjob descriptions
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Ensure the safety of pedestrians
+Position yourself at the crosswalk, make eye contact with pedestrians and drivers, use clear hand signals to…
Ensure the safety of pedestrians
+Position yourself at the crosswalk, make eye contact with pedestrians and drivers, use clear hand signals to halt vehicles when needed, escort vulnerable pedestrians across, and radio in any hazardous vehicle or obstruction until it is cleared.
The tools that do the workIntegrated Parking Solutions MAppESCO
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Wind parking meter clocks.
+Walk the meter zone on Third Street and Pine between 08:00 and 10:00, wind each mechanical meter that reads…
Wind parking meter clocks.
+Walk the meter zone on Third Street and Pine between 08:00 and 10:00, wind each mechanical meter that reads under 30 minutes remaining, note any damaged heads, and return the key and a short log to the depot before 10:30.
The tools that do the workComplus Data Innovations FastTrackO*NET
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Assign and review the work of subordinates.
+Draft the patrol roster for Friday covering downtown shifts, assign Jason and Maria to meter rounds and Sam…
Assign and review the work of subordinates.
+Draft the patrol roster for Friday covering downtown shifts, assign Jason and Maria to meter rounds and Sam to ticketing, include relief coverage and priorities, then circulate the roster with notes about staggered start times.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Write warnings and citations for violations
+Prepare ten written notices and five citations for repeat overtime offenders from yesterday's beat, include…
Write warnings and citations for violations
+Prepare ten written notices and five citations for repeat overtime offenders from yesterday's beat, include location, plate, statute violated, officer name and signature, and file copies in the case folder before the end of shift.
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Research and verify parking violations
+Verify the alleged violations from yesterday: pull the vehicle history for plates 7ABC123 and 4XYZ789,…
Research and verify parking violations
+Verify the alleged violations from yesterday: pull the vehicle history for plates 7ABC123 and 4XYZ789, confirm meter payment status and time stamps, note any conflicting evidence, and flag cases for further enforcement or dismissal.
The tools that do the workVehicle information databasesWeb browserjob descriptions
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Complete field training for new officers
+Run through a field training ride-along with Recruit Diaz tomorrow: show meter winding routes, demonstrate…
Complete field training for new officers
+Run through a field training ride-along with Recruit Diaz tomorrow: show meter winding routes, demonstrate correct citation writing, observe Diaz write three warnings, debrief weaknesses and sign off on training checklist before shift end.
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