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Traffic Safety Aide
January 24, 2022
Hours: To be determined – 40hrs/week
Interested in applying for this position? Applications must be submitted online and through the: City of Albany’s Civil Service Employment Portal
Distinguishing Features of The Class: This class is responsible for attaching a locking device (“boot”) to the wheel of vehicles that have been identified as “scofflaws” because of non-payment for parking violations. The incumbent will also be assigned to post “Emergency – No Parking” signs to delineate parking areas. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Albany Parking Authority.:
Typical Work Activities: Illustrative Only:
- Attaches boot to wheel of vehicles to prevent the use of the vehicle
- Arranges for towing of “scofflaw” vehicles or illegally parked vehicles
- Cleans and repairs locking devices
- Posts “Emergency – No Parking” signs to delineate parking areas
- May assist other personnel by placing barricades during emergencies or other activities
- May assist in traffic control at parades or special events
- May provide courier service to all locations of City offices
- May assist Public Service Officers as assigned
- May issue summons to vehicle in violation of parking laws, ordinances and regulations
- Does related work as required.
Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:
- Ability to follow written and oral directions
- Ability to lift moderately heavy equipment such as locking devices, traffic cones and barricades
- Physical dexterity
- Ability to learn and comprehend moderately complex traffic laws, rules and ordinances
- Ability to learn the practices and procedures of traffic control and enforcement
- Ability to learn geographic areas such as streets, roads, buildings, facilities, etc.
- Ability to utilize personal computers (may be hand held)
- Ability to keep simple, practical records
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience involving considerable public contact.
Special Note:
A candidate for employment must successfully pass a complete background check including fingerprint processing.
Special Requirements:
A valid New York State driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.:
Revised: 2/27/95-Non-competitive, 11/28/00, 3/31/04, 7/26/05, 3/27/13 – Competitive, 3/25/15:
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