Vehicle Abatement Officer
Salary
$35.24 - $44.97 Hourly
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-00117
Department
Public Safety
Division
Division of Traffic Safety
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
The final filing date is Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first.
The City of Sunnyvale is hiring a Vehicle Abatement Officer! This is a regular full-time employment opportunity. Under supervision, this position responds to complaints from the public related to abandoned vehicles; enforces municipal and vehicle codes, parking regulations; maintains records; and performs other duties as assigned. The recruitment process for positions in the Department of Public Safety will require a comprehensive background investigation.
This is a regular full-time position in the Department of Public Safety. Under supervision, responds to complaints from the public related to abandoned vehicles; enforces municipal and vehicle codes, parking regulations; maintains records; and performs other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The position of Vehicle Abatement Officer is a non-sworn classification responsible for enforcing parking regulations, identifying, marking and tagging abandoned vehicles, and arranging for their removal. The position is distinguished from Community Services Officer in that the latter provides assistance to sworn officers by performing a variety of low risk public safety functions.
Essential Job Functions
(May include, but are not limited to the following):
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination when using a computer keyboard or mobile data terminal. Near vision is required when writing reports and other documents, and far vision is required when in the field. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, carry and push tools and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. The job duties will expose the employee to the outdoors, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions, noise, fumes, dust, air contaminants and heavy traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:
A high school diploma or GED equivalent, AND
Six months of public contact experience.
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Willingness to:
Licenses/Certificates:
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California drivers license and a safe driving record.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Application and Selection Process
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & PROCESS
The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application.
Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the posting will close after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications or by Wednesday, July 22, 2026 by 5:00pm, whichever is first.
Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the Citys employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
EXAM PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the written examination process scheduled for July 29 and July 30, 2026. (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.)
The recruitment process for positions in the Department of Public Safety will require a comprehensive background investigation.
SELECTION PROCESS
Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the Citys Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in an in-person selection interview with the hiring department.
Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION
Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). A candidate with education obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidates expense to determine its equivalency in the United States. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. If you search 'education equivalency verification' or similar online, you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Summary of Sunnyvales Employees Association (For Full Time Positions) SEA Benefits
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The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 730-7490 or recruitments@sunnyvale.ca.gov.
Summary of Sunnyvales Employees Association (For Full Time Positions) SEA Benefits
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Instructions for completing the Supplemental Questionnaire: The following supplemental questions constitute an examination. Responses are reviewed and rated by Subject Matter Expert(s). The supplemental question examination determines the most qualified candidates to move forward in the recruitment process. The responses to the supplemental questions should be specific, thorough and must be reflected in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application. Please note the information provided in the supplemental questions will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete responses, false statements, copying and pasting responses from Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs, and/or entering "See Resume" will result in an incomplete application and/or disqualification from the recruitment process. Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience. Please be advised that you will be timed out of this page after 30 minutes. It is recommended to copy the supplemental questions that require text answers into a document that you can save on your computer. Prepare your responses in that document and then copy and paste the responses into the spaces provided. Additionally, please save your work continuously. By checking the Yes response below, I indicate that I have read the instructions for completing the application (located in the job posting) and supplemental questionnaire. In accordance with these instructions, I understand that a completed application and written responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required. I understand the completed application and supplemental question responses will be used to evaluate my qualifications for this position and further identify the most qualified candidates to continue in the recruitment process. Additionally, I certify that I have completed the application and supplemental questionnaire on my own; the information provided accurately reflects my training, education and experience; and I understand the information provided is subject to verification.
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Do you have a high school diploma or an equivalent (GED)?
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Do you have at least six months of public contact experience?
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If you answered Yes to question #4, describe your specific public contact experience in the space below. Include the number of months/years of experience, the name of the organization where you obtained your experience, and your roles and responsibilities. If you answered No, please enter N/A in the space below.
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The recruitment process for positions in the Department of Public Safety require a comprehensive background investigation. By checking the Yes response below, I acknowledge that I will be required to participate in a comprehensive background investigation.
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Do you have a valid class C California drivers license and a safe driving record?
Required Question
Employer City of Sunnyvale
Address 456 W. Olive Avenue
Sunnyvale, California, 94086
Phone 408-730-7490
Website https://sunnyvale.ca.gov