Parking Administrator

The City of Ontario is searching for a Parking Administrator to join our Public Works team! To learn more about this exciting opportunity, click here to view the job brochure.

The Public Works Agency is seeking a strong operational leader to join the team as the Parking Administrator, overseeing the City's new Parking Department. The Parking Administrator reports to the Executive Director of Public Works and will provide leadership, vision and strategic direction in the development, implementation and operation of the City's public parking programs including on-street and off-street parking. This position establishes strategic plans and authority in developing departmental goals, policies and operational standards to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and community guidelines related to parking operations. Recent parking infrastructure improvements in the City include two new structures at the Civic Center Campus and one at ONT Field, with an additional structure currently being built at the Ontario Sports Empire. Looking ahead, the City is planning further developments, including a Downtown Ontario parking structure and the implementation of paid on-street parking.

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List.
• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City’s team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

• Assists the Executive Director Public Works in managing the Public Works Agency; exercises direct supervision over assigned management, professional, and administrative support staff; assumes the duties of the Executive Director Public Works in the absence of the Executive Director Public Works.
• Provides responsible staff assistance to the Executive Director Public Works; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, utility rate studies and operational studies; recommends modifications to financial programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
• Assists in the development of department goals and objectives; assists in the development of and implementation of policies and procedures. Develops and implements division goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the assigned programs, including Public Works Administration, Design & Construction, Engineering, Fleet, Facilities, Integrated Waste, and Parks & Street Maintenance operations, and Citywide customer relations.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of short and long-term goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Departments; and recommends and communicates appropriate application of policy and operational procedures.
• Develops and implements strategic plans, policies and procedures, and long-range maintenance capital improvements.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels.
• Selects, trains, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements discipline and termination procedures. Recommends employees for recognition and discipline.
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of assigned budgets; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate.
• Ensures that City personnel and administrative policy and employee contractual agreements are implemented and applied consistently within the Agency.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of public works, including legislation, court rulings and professional practices and techniques; and recommends and incorporates new developments as appropriate.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Acts as a technical advisor to the Executive Director Public Works and attend meetings of the City Council, boards, commissions, and committees.
• Participates in the Public Works Agency process for City Council agenda management including the review and approval of staff reports and other materials submitted for City Council consideration and action.
• Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports; prepares written correspondence.
• Communicates with stakeholders concerning project information, City goals, and policies.
• Maintains familiarity and experience with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations, occupational hazards, safety precautions, and permits applicable to department operations, including, but not limited to: CalRecycle state mandates, Air Quality Management District (AQMD), California Air Resources Board (CARB), and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program.
• Remains available for emergency situations in an on-call status after regular work hours.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Transportation, or a closely related field

NOTE: Proof of education must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.

Experience

Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in parking operations, transportation management, contract administration, or a closely related field, including two years in a managerial capacity.

Desirable

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position usinggovernmentjobs.com,you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position.It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will NOT substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE:Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in disqualification from the selection process.

Application Process
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you may be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, partial information, or AI-generated responses may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.