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SOC 9219 Elementary administration and service occupations

Elementary administration occupations n.e.c. Salary

Median salary £23,005 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

About this role

Parking and civil enforcement occupations enforce parking regulations, issue penalty charge notices and monitor compliance with traffic management orders. They patrol designated areas and operate within legal frameworks.

Key responsibilities

  • Patrolling areas to enforce parking regulations
  • Issuing penalty charge notices for contraventions
  • Recording evidence including photographs
  • Providing information to the public on parking rules
  • Giving evidence at appeals and tribunals when required

Qualifications and entry routes

Civil enforcement officers receive council or contractor training. Understanding of Traffic Management Act 2004 is essential. Conflict resolution training is standard.

Career outlook

Technology (ANPR cameras, digital permits) is changing enforcement methods but foot patrols remain necessary. Transition to clean air zone enforcement creates new roles.

Key skills

Regulatory knowledge Attention to detail Conflict management Communication Evidence recording

Common industries

  • Local authorities
  • Private parking enforcement
  • Hospitals
  • University campuses
  • Shopping centres

Data coverage

SOC code 9219
Data source ONS ASHE
Years available 2015–2025
Estimated jobs 23,000

Median Salary

£23,005

Mean Salary

£21,226

Jobs (000s)

23k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £13,309Median: £23,005P75: £27,679
P10: £8kP25: £13kMedian: £23kP75: £28kP90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£7,984

0-2 years

Mid Level

£13,309

3-7 years

Senior

£27,679

8-15 years

Potential career growth: +247% from entry to leadership

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +77.1%Real growth: +28.1%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 37.5%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£23,005

Full-time Only

£26,631

Full-time premium: +£3,626