| Location | Modesto, CA |
| Salary | $16.90–$20.55 Per Hour |
Parking Assistant - Parking Services
Salary
$16.90 - $20.55 Hourly
Location
Modesto, CA
Job Type
Hourly
Job Number
04761
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
10/27/2026
Closing Date
11/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
N/A
The Position
Looking for a career that combines customer service, problem-solving, and community engagement? As a Parking Assistant with the City of Modesto, youll be the friendly face of downtown parking operations by assisting visitors, enforcing parking regulations, operating technology in the field, and helping ensure a safe and welcoming environment for residents and guests alike. Apply today and help keep Modesto on the move!
This is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 19 hours per week or 1000 hours annually, whichever comes first. This position is non-benefited and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position.
Assignments could include: Parking Enforcement Officer, Parking Facility Attendant, Parking Facility Maintenance, and/or Cashier duties.
Salary Incentives:
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelors degree)
5% Education Incentive (masters degree)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. It is the applicants responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Applications will be screened to the most qualified. Please do not substitute any part of the application with the words "see resume".
The following information is provided for use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is unable to schedule make-up examinations. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City.
Tentative Testing Schedule
Online exam
November 25, 2026 - December 1, 2026 at 5pm
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City of Modesto does not sponsor H-1B Visas. Salary offered depends on candidate's experience.
Essential and Marginal Function Statements
Essential and other important responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Calculate and collect parking fees at various City parking facilities in the downtown area.
Collect money from customers and provide proper change to customers; deposit receipts.
Enforce parking regulations, ordinances, and laws that pertain to on-street parking and off street parking.
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of off street parking facilities.
Patrol an assigned route of City streets and parking lot facilities, utilizing a three-wheel motorized vehicle, automobile, bicycle, or on foot, to identify and cite vehicles in violation of parking codes.
Provide directions to public buildings, parks, transportation facilities, and other general locations to the public.
Operate a variety of equipment and devices including an electronic ticket writing system, department issued Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) device, or other electronic equipment or devices.
Observe and report faulty parking meters and report need for repair or maintenance of parking facilities.
Report urgent problems or unusual occurrences to supervisor and act in accordance with instructions received.
Maintain records, forms, and reports and secure confidential documents related to work performed.
Perform basic troubleshooting on garage equipment.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Practices and techniques to achieve favorable public relations and appearance that projects a positive image.
Ability to:
Understand, follow, and carry out oral and written instructions.
Develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive image.
Think clearly, quickly, and accurately in emergencies.
Work flexible hours, as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Accurately make basic mathematical calculations and make correct change.
Maintain a pleasant and cooperative attitude toward the general public and other employees.
Make decisions concerning parking transactions.
Perform basic arithmetic.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Some work experience in cash handling, customer service, and/or retails sales is desirable.
Training:
Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for acceptable job performance, including the ability to follow and to interpret written instructions and to perform basic arithmetic.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California drivers license.
Additional Requirements:
Minimum of 18 years of age at time of appointment.
Candidates are subject to an extensive background investigation including live scan fingerprinting
Physical and Mental Requirements
Mobility: frequent standing or sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Conditions will vary depending on assignment. Work may also be performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis subject to street or field noise and year-round weather conditions. Duties may include some recreation-related field noise. Work often occurs at remote locations. Position may require occasional overtime, holiday, evening, or weekend work and travel is rare.
SICK LEAVE: Employees employed with the City of Modesto for six (6) full pay periods or more receive sick leave credit at the rate of twenty-four (24) hours or three (3) days per calendar year, per AB 1522.
PUBLIC AGENCY RETIREMENT SERVICES ALTERNATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PARS ARS): Total contribution of 7.5% - employee pays 3.75% of wages (pre-tax) and the City pays 3.75%.
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Do you have possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California drivers license?
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Are you 18 years of age or older?
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Do you possess formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for acceptable job performance, including the ability to follow and to interpret written instructions and to perform basic arithmetic?
Required Question
Employer City of Modesto
Address 1010 10th Street, Suite 2200
P.O. Box 642
Modesto, California, 95353
Phone (209) 577-5402
Website http://www.modestogov.com