Job Details

Salary: $21.50 - $26.19 Hourly
Location : City of San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type: Supplemental
Department: Neighborhood Services
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

• This is a part time, temporary position, with no benefits.
• This position is year-round.
• Individuals hired will be required to adhere to department grooming standards.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Saturday from 7:30 p.m. - 2:30: a.m. Employees will generally work 3 shifts per week. Shifts rotate week to week. Employees work in teams of two (2).
• One staff meeting per month.

This position is opened until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
City of San Luis Obispo Police Department
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responds to and investigates noise complaints in the residential neighborhoods
• Issue formal warnings for violations of SLMC 9.12.050
• Patrols residential parking districts during evening hours and issues citations for violations including but not limited to no residential permit, fire lanes, fire hydrants, blocking driveways/sidewalks, prohibited parking zones, disabled parking stalls, 2-hour zones and blocking bus stops.
• Maintains statistical data
• Completes data entry and clerical support related to noise and parking enforcement
• Completes tow tags for report abandoned vehicles
• Completes graffiti abatement as assigned by supervisor
• Assists with traffic control as directed by the Motor Sergeant
• Provides general assistance to the public
• Reports abandoned furniture in the public right-of-way for solid waste removal
• Reports suspicious activity when observed including but not limited to suspected DUI and suspected PC 647(f)
• Assists with training new personnel

Ability to:

• Work nights and weekends
• Learn City laws, rules and procedures related to SLMC 9.12 noise abatement and city and state parking regulations
• Learn the proper and regulated use of mobile data computers, parking enforcement handheld ticket machine and printer
• Learn police department codes for communication and properly and effectively use police radios
• Maintain strict confidentiality with police department information
• Learn the geography of the City
• Safely operate City vehicles
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions in an independent manner
• Effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written forms
• Tactfully and courteously interact with the public
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Typical Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Must be enrolled at either California Polytechnic State University, Cuesta College, Hancock College or an accredited online university and be carrying a class load of nine or more units
• Must have an overall GPA of 2.0 at the time of application
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be free of misdemeanor or felony convictions. Misdemeanor citations may be excepted on a case-by-case basis

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE:

• Police Background Investigation
• Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ & FBI)

This is a temporary position, with no benefits.
01

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalency?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you currently enrolled at either either California Polytechnic State University, Cuesta College, Hancock College or an accredited online university?

• Yes
• No

03

If you selected "Yes" to the previous question, please identify which university you are currently enrolled with. If you answered "No", please put N/A.
04

Are you carrying a class load of at least nine (9) or more units?

• Yes
• No
• N/A - Not currently enrolled

05

Do you have an overall GPA of at least 2.0 at the time of this application?

• Yes - at the time of this application my overall GPA is a 2.0 or higher
• No - at the time of this application my overall GPA is below a 2.0
• N/A - Not currently enrolled

06

Will you be at least 18 years of age by date of hire?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently possess a valid Class "C" California driver's license?

• Yes - I currently possess a valid Class "C" California driver's license
• No - I do not currently possess a valid Class "C" California driver's license

08

If you currently possess a valid California Class "C" Driver's License, do you possess a satisfactory driving record?

• Yes
• No
• N/A - Do not possess a valid CA Class C Driver's License

Required Question