School Crossing Guard - Part time

Description

• SUMMARY
• Ensures the safety of students crossing streets by stopping and controlling traffic and providing instructions on safe crossing procedures.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• The duties listed below are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

· Traffic control: Stop vehicular traffic to allow pedestrians, especially children, to cross streets safely at designated intersections.

· Pedestrian safety: Guide and escort children across streets and instruct them on proper safety precautions for crossing roads.

· Rule enforcement: Ensure children and cyclists use designated crosswalks and follow street crossing rules.

· Hazard monitoring: Observe traffic and the surrounding environment for potential dangers and report unsafe conditions to the proper authorities.

· Emergency response: Act quickly in emergencies or during periods of heavy traffic to maintain safety.

· Reporting: Report license plate numbers of vehicles that disregard traffic laws, as directed by policy.

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• None

Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required knowledge, skills, and attributes:

· Understanding of traffic laws and public safety

· Ability to communicate clearly and firmly with drivers and children

· Keen powers of observation to anticipate and react to potential risks

· Ability to think and act quickly and make sound judgments, especially in emergencies

· Ability to be firm but courteous with the public and maintain a professional demeanor

· Punctuality and reliability are essential

· Must be able to work specific hours in the morning and afternoon

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• High-school diploma/GED

• CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Ability to stand for extended periods and be physically capable of performing duties in various weather conditions.

• WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Work is performed outdoors in various weather conditions, including traffic noise and fumes.