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The Mill Valley Police Department is seeking a motivated and service oriented individual to join our team as a Parking Enforcement Officer. We invite candidates who are interested in contributing to a professional, community focused law enforcement organization to apply.
Please review the Special Instructions section carefully for important information on application requirements and submission details.
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND AS YOU APPLY
An in-person 30-minute Oral Board will be held on Thursday, February 12.
We do not offer virtual interviews or reschedules. Applicants invited to the Oral Board must attend in-person on Thursday, February 12 to be considered for the position. Applicants will receive results of the application review no later than 5pm on Monday, February 9.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Parking Enforcement Officer position offers a chance to play an important role in supporting public safety and quality of life in the City of Mill Valley. As a highly visible member of the Mill Valley Police Department, you will serve as a community ambassador by helping residents and visitors understand parking regulations while ensuring fair and consistent enforcement.
This role combines outdoor fieldwork with customer service and problem-solving. You will patrol neighborhoods and commercial areas, interact with a diverse population, and help keep streets safe, accessible, and well organized. Your work directly supports traffic flow, local businesses, and neighborhood livability.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Mill Valley Police Department is a full service, community focused law enforcement agency committed to providing exceptional public safety services, education, and preparedness in partnership with the community. Led by the Chief of Police and supported by sworn officers and professional staff, the Department operates with a collaborative structure that encourages teamwork, open communication, and professional growth.
As a smaller department, MVPD offers a supportive work environment where employees work closely with leadership, gain broad experience, and see the direct impact of their contributions. The Department values strong community relationships, with personnel actively participating in community events, outreach efforts, and educational programs.
The Mill Valley Police Department’s mission is to provide a safe and secure community for residents and visitors; protect life and property; enforce the law in transparent and equitable manners; and build lasting partnerships through community outreach, education, and collaboration.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the general direction, the Parking Enforcement Officer performs a variety of law enforcement support duties, with the majority of responsibilities involving enforcement of parking regulations. The PEO performs technical field and office work to enforce appropriate codes, laws, and regulations and to execute related programs pertaining to on-street and off-street public parking within the City of Mill Valley.
Examples of Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):
- Patrol assigned routes on foot and/or driving a parking enforcement vehicle.
- Enforce parking laws, codes, and regulations.
- Identify vehicles in violation of parking laws, codes, and/or regulations, and issue appropriate citations or remedies.
- Collect coins deposited in meters.
- Prepare statistical reports on activities, as requested.
- Minor repair and maintenance of parking meters.
- Receive and record complaints from citizens regarding illegally parked and abandoned vehicles.
- Enter data into computer for abandoned and illegally parked vehicles.
- Mark and arrange for towing of abandoned or illegally parked vehicles or impounding of vehicles for outstanding tickets.
- Chalk tires of vehicles parked in non-metered spaces, records time, and returns at specified intervals to ticket vehicles remaining in spaces illegally.
- Provide assistance and general information related to permit areas to a diverse population.
- Explain code and policy requirements.
- Operate, maintain and troubleshoot computer programs, software and other related equipment used to perform required duties.
- Set up and remove barricades and temporary signs.
- Direct traffic.
- Front counter reception and customer service.
- Perform related duties as required.
*Please note that the Job Description on our website is currently under review, the job definition and duties contained in this announcement are representative of the job and are in substantial conformance to what the finalized description will include.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have the skills and abilities to learn, understand, interpret, and enforce appropriate City and State parking and vehicle codes, laws and regulations. Excellent communication skills will allow the ideal candidate to adequately explain vehicle and parking laws, codes, and regulations to members of the public.
In addition, the successful candidate will possess the physical fitness necessary to perform the duties of a Parking Enforcement Officer, which may include walking or standing for extended periods, working in various weather conditions, and navigating city streets and sidewalks on foot or by vehicle throughout a shift.
Minimum requirements include:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- One year of work experience involving frequent public contact and making independent decisions
- Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver’s license
*Please see Job Description for comprehensive list of duties/information
Benefits
The City of Mill Valley prides itself in its workforce and is pleased to offer a generous benefits package. This position is represented by the Mill Valley Police Officers Association (POA).
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Mill Valley and the Mill Valley POA is available on the City website. Please review the MOU for detailed information on benefits offered for this position.
Leave – the City provides a generous leave package:
- 15 holidays and floating holidays/personal days
- 2 to 5 weeks of vacation leave based upon years of service
- 320 hours (equivalent to 8 weeks) of Paid Family Leave for the purpose of bonding with a new child or for use related to the birth of the child
Health Insurance – City provides the full premium for the Kaiser Family Plan or the equivalent thereof for employees who elect Western Health Advantage HMO
Dental Insurance – City provides the full premium for Delta Dental PPO
Retirement
- Enrollment in CalPERS
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (with up to $600/calendar year in matching by the city)
- Retirement Health Savings Account (RHSA) with mandatory 1% employee contribution (1.5% after 5 years of service); City matches after year 1
Other
- City pays the premiums for a $25,000* life insurance plan, as well as Long-Term Disability insurance
- Longevity and Bilingual Pay
- Education Incentive Program
- Career development program and ample training
- Free & discounted use of City recreational facilities and programs for you and your qualifying family members, including: indoor pool, gym, personal training, swim lessons, camps provided by Mil Valley Recreation, and enrichment classes, and more!
*Certain restrictions apply.
Special Instructions
Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise the City of Mill Valley by emailing abricca@cityofmillvalley.gov and sallingham@cityofmillvalley.gov.
City of Mill Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The City of Mill Valley primarily utilizes CalOpps.org to accept and process employment applications. All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Human Resources Analyst Annie Bricca at abricca@cityofmillvalley.gov.
Please complete all sections of the application, including the supplemental questions and work experience section which should be consistent with information on your resume. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City's official application form, but should accompany the application. Applicants are required to attach both a cover letter and a resume for consideration. All applications, cover letters, and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and the City of Mill Valley is not responsible for failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application.
Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.
It is strongly recommended that you write your cover letter personally and do not use AI tools, as we value authentic and individualized responses.
Paper applications may be obtained from the City of Mill Valley at City Hall, 26 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 or by calling (415) 388-4033 x4772.
ORAL BOARD PROCESS & SCHEDULE
A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process, which may include one or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks.
Please ensure that you are available for the Oral Board date listed below when submitting your application, as we are unable to accommodate rescheduling or make-up interviews.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 (in-person)
ELIGIBILITY LIST
At the conclusion of the oral board, all total scores are tallied and ranked to create an eligibility list, with candidates listed in order from highest to lowest scores. Only candidates who meet or exceed the passing score on the selection procedure are placed on the eligibility list. Candidates who score below the pass point are not included.
Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee a job offer, but it means you are eligible to move forward in the hiring process without needing to repeat interviews, should a position become available. Eligibility lists remain active for one calendar year from the date of placement.
During that time, if an opening occurs for the role you applied for, a member of our team will contact you directly regarding next steps. Even if an offer has been extended to another candidate, factors such as offer acceptance or completion of background checks may affect final hiring decisions. The eligibility list ensures that qualified candidates are ready for consideration and helps streamline the hiring process for future opportunities within that timeframe.