Sub Crossing Guard

Sub Crossing Guard

Under the supervision and direction of a Sergeant, Police Officer, or Crossing Guard Supervisor, prepares the crossing zone and assists children in crossing streets safely on a seasonal basis while children attend school.

Examples of duties:

• Prepare the school crossing zone by turning on the 20 MPH flashing lights and placing warning cones in the street.
• As children arrive, take them safely across the street, watching traffic closely and stopping cars if necessary.
• When children are finished crossing, remove cones from the street and turn off the 20 MPH flashing lights.
• Process is repeated twice daily when children travel to and from school. May also be required to perform duties mid-day to safely see to the needs of kindergarten-aged children attending school for the day.
• Must be able to see, hear and quickly and accurately respond to emergency safety situations.
• Regular and prompt attendance is essential.
• May also be required to participate in special events as asked by school administrators, PTA, and/or the police department.

Minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees
• Ability and willingness to work outside in various environmental exposures

Special requirements:

Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test, a background screen, and complete form I-9 employment eligibility verification.

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