General Duty Statement

Are you looking for an on call, part time job during the winter season? Join our team!

The Department of Public Works is hiring Snow Emergency Ticketing Workers who are available to work on short notice for the 2022-2023 snow season. These are temporary positions for on call work, for City of Saint Paul declared Snow Emergencies.

Information about these Positions:
The Snow Emergency Ticketing Workers will only work when a Snow Emergency is declared in Saint Paul. The number of Snow Emergencies and when they occur varies each year depending on the weather; this may include weekends and holidays. There are no benefits for this position.

Hours:

• On call as needed for snow emergencies when declared by the City of Saint Paul, throughout the winter season.
• Must be able to work one of these shifts during snow emergencies:
  • 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (day shift)
  • 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (night shift)

Primary job responsibilities are:

• Writes and issues handwritten snow emergency parking tickets to vehicles not in compliance with snow emergency ordinances.
• Operates an assigned City vehicle safely throughout the City of Saint Paul in designated routes. Will enter in and out of a vehicle numerous times during a work shift.
• Communicates with others including coworkers, towing workers, and residents regarding topics related to issuing snow emergency parking tickets.

Additional Position Information:

• Works outside under adverse weather conditions of cold temperatures, snow and ice; so appropriate winter attire is needed.
• The City will supply work materials such as vehicles, flashlights, high visibility vests, pens, two-way radios, and snow emergency ticketing books.
• One or two people are assigned to each vehicle for the snow emergency ticketing operations.
• All workers must be able to handwrite clearly and legibly on written snow emergency parking tickets.
• All workers represent the City of Saint Paul and must provide good customer service and comply with performance expectations.
• All workers are required to represent the City of Saint Paul in court if a snow emergency parking ticket you have written is contested at a later date. Workers will be paid four (4) hours for appearing in court.

The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.

Requirements

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license

No experience is necessary. The City will provide training and equipment, including a City vehicle.

By Closing Date, you MUST

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
• Upload the following required document via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without this document attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
  • A legible photo or copy of the front and back of your valid driver's license {required). Color photo or copy preferred.

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Selection Process Information

Temporary: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.

Final Selection Process: Only complete applications will be considered. If selected, you will be provided with information about attending a paid training session. Training sessions will occur mid to late October.

Condition of Employment: This position requires a driver’s license check as a condition of employment. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Contact Information:
Bill Awker
E-mail: bill.awker@ci.stpaul.mn.us
Phone: 651-266-9804
899 N. Dale Street
Saint Paul, MN 55103

To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Working Title: Snow Emergency Ticketing Worker
Official Title: Parks and Recreation Worker

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance