Jobs I'd Be Really Good At, Part 1

I'm going to do a (at least) 2-part blog series focusing on jobs I kind of wish I had.  While I am currently pretty happy at my current job, it's pretty fun to observe other people's jobs and decide what I'd like and not like about them.

The story behind this post's topic begins with Netflix.  You'd think that between 1) my low standards for movies and tv and 2) Ben's easy-going attitude and ability to make all my dreams come true, we'd be able to agree on shows/movies to watch on Netflix.  This is not true.  We rarely want to watch the same thing on Netflix.  But about a month ago, we started watching Parking Wars.  I can't begin to describe how amazing this show is.  Basically, Parking Wars is a reality tv show that documents employees and citizens in situations involving towing, the impound lot, parking ticketing, and booting, mostly by the Philadelphia Parking Authority.  I was hooked after about two episodes, and I soon began to imagine how soon I could pack up my current life, move to Philadelphia, and begin employment (specifically ticketing) with the PPA.  Crazy, I know.  But here are the reasons I would be a great addition to the PPA.  If you know anyone involved with the PPA, feel free to forward this blog post as my CV.

1.  I am great at following the rules.  Generally, it makes me very uncomfortable when others do not follow the rules.

2.  I appreciate a good parking job.  As an avid parallel parker, I believe I would facilitate the parking privileges of the citizens of Philadelphia.

3.  I enjoy walking.  Unlike the Sacramento parking meter enforcers who drive around in a dorky cart, PPA ticketers walk their assigned blocks

4.  Generally, I don't care if people don't like me.  On Parking Wars, the PPA ticketers are frequently heckled.  If I'm following protocol, I don't think I could be easily bullied into revoking tickets.  And if anyone gets too mean, there's always a supervisor to call.

5.  I would be willing to switch to another department.  Particularly the impound lot.  I love paperwork.

6.  Enthusiasm?  I am extremely interested in learning the art and science of writing tickets and Philadelphia parking, in general.  Maybe someday.

And here's a highlight reel of Parking Wars episodes:

I wonder how good brunch is in Philadelphia.