SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

School Crossing Guards are under the general and direct supervision of the Captain of the Patrol Division. This position is a not-sworn position within the organizational structure of the Department. School Crossing Guards work with children and must be able to relate to them.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

School Crossing Guards are to take every precaution to see that all children are assisted across the roadways at their particular posts. The employee is expected to have a general understanding of the work and knows the importance of being at their post in a timely manner. Work performed is evaluated through observation, conferences and quality and effectiveness of work completed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Tasks

Assist children across the street at school crossing

Be at the assigned school crossing at the specified time

Report any absences to the Captain of the Patrol Division

Maintain a professional attitude and proper dress while on the job

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires knowledge of procedures used in working a school crossing

Ability to deal with the public, particularly children

Ability to direct and control traffic situations at school crossings

Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically perform basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing and pulling and perform repetitive motions.

Must be able to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time up to include 1 hour time frame to maintain the posted position of a crossing guard.