Code Compliance Specialist (Traffic)

Salary: $30.03 - $36.51 HourlyLocation : Minneapolis, MNJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 2025-00159Department: Regulatory ServicesDivision: Traffic ControlOpening Date: 03042025Closing Date: 3182025 11:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: CAF Position Description As a Code Compliance Specialist you will monitor the use of City's streets and sidewalk space to preserve that resource for the public good enforcing the City's regulations for parking and traffic control as required, and perform traffic direction duties.Watch a City that works - Traffic Control Agent video to get first-hand look at the day to day operations of a Code Compliance Specialist (Traffic).All positions require flexibility to work various shifts, based on events taking place within the City. Scheduling requires availability to workdays, evenings, and nights, weekends, holidays and snow emergencies.Work LocationThis position currently works on-site only.Resume is not required, but highly recommended.**SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL**: Overnight positions qualify for a significantly HIGHER HOURLY RATE! The rate is determined by the start time of your shift. To learn more, please visit the following link: Union Agreement: Shift Differential Pay - Section 9.06 (Page 28) (Download PDF reader)The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities Enforce parking regulations, multi-space meters, critical parking regulations, limited time zones, rush hour restrictions, fire lane restrictions, no parking, and other parking regulations within the City, writing citations or warnings. Provide traffic direction for rush hours, special events, construction sites, and emergencies, ensuring a safer more efficient traffic flow.Within assigned patrol boundaries: Respond to 311 service requests related to parking and abandoned vehicles, writing parking citations or warnings as appropriate, giving direction, and explaining the City's regulations when owners are present. Provide information and assist the public with multi-space meters usage.Give directions to events, shows and restaurants.Enforce nuisance-type violations evenings and weekends when other enforcement service is not available, including enforcing the construction dumpster and storage pods regulations for street use, and dealing with after hour residential car repair.Identify operations and construction site permit violations that infringe on the City right of way.Report damaged City infrastructure including signs. Coordinate with the Public Works Department for street cleaning, construction sites traffic issues, and snow emergencies; coordinate with the Police and Fire Departments for emergencies, bar closures, community service parades, conferences, conventions, dignitary motorcades, and block party street closures; and other activities as required. Working ConditionsPhysical activity; working outside in all types of weather, including extreme heat and extreme cold. Considerable standing and walking long distances for long periods of time.Extremely limited office setting.Considerable use of handsfingersarmsshoulders.Holding flashlights for extended periods of time.Directing traffic while standing in the middle of busy intersections. Required Qualifications Minimum EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent.Minimum ExperienceRequires two years of related customer service experience.LicensesCertificationsValid Driver's License.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.Background CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check andor qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history andor verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Drug and Alcohol TestingAll job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.Medical ExamAfter a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening. Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME General Unit (#9) For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire twomonths after it has been established. Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the traffic and parking regulations, including issuing both criminal and administrative citations for violations. Knowledge of City nuisance type ordinances.Knowledge of modern software and automated citation processes.A working knowledge of the geographical layout of the City.Ability to communicate verbally in English.Developed customer relation skills.Ability to work out doors in all weather conditions.Ability to patrol an area moving over sidewalks roads curbs, etc. leaving tickets on cars, trucks, and vans.Ability to work in streets during heavy traffic periods. As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the InsuranceHealth insuranceEligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.Dental insuranceThe City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.Life insuranceThe city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance. Paid time offOur generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and Paid parental leaveCity employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.RetirementCity employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).TransportationEligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.01 Please indicate below the highest level of education that you have completed. None High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate 02 How many years of Customer Service experience do you have related to the posting? None Less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 or more years 03 Do you have a valid Driver's License? Yes No 04 Code Compliance Specialists are required to work various shifts that may include days, evenings and nights; and requires working weekends, holidays and snow emergencies. The schedule is event-driven and dependent on sporting events, construction, etc. Are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings andor holidays? Yes No 05 Code compliance Specialist are required to work outside in all type weather, including extreme heat and cold, considerable standing and walking long distances for long period of time, considerable use of handsfingersarmsshoulders, holding flashlights for extended period of time and directing traffic while in the middle of busy intersection. Are you willing and able to work in this type of working condition? Yes No 06 Are you willing and able to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, which may extend the hiring process by 2-3 weeks due to the time required for results? Yes No 07 You will be working with a wide variety of people, including people who may be extremely upset. Dealing effectively with upset or angry people is an important quality in this position. How many years of experience do you have working with angry or upset people? None Less than 1 year 1 year but less than 2 years 2 years but more than 4 years More than 4 years 08 Please list the number of years of experience you have in using modern software andor automated citation processes. None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 4 years more than 4 years 09 Indicate how much experience you have had in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 year to less than 4 years More than 4 years 10 How many years of employment experience do you have where it was essential to explain and discuss codes, rules or policy requirements with customers? None Less than 1 year One 1 to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 4 years More than 4 years 11 Please list the number of years of experience you have enforcing parking regulations and providing traffic direction. None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 4 years More than 4 years 12 How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply) Recruiter City of Minneapolis website City of Minneapolis employee City of Minneapolis job interest card City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin Friend or family member League of Minnesota Cities website website website website website Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website Other website LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Other social media site Newspaper Other media College or University Community organization Job Fair Professional association Site Visit 13 Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association). Required Question

Created: 2025-03-08