What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Control Officer position at Cardinal Point Homeland Security Group?
Traffic Control Officer
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Location: Norristown, PA
Schedule: Monday to Friday - 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Direct vehicle traffic during student drop-off and pick-up times.
- Assist students, staff, and visitors in safely crossing parking lots, driveways, and roadways.
- Monitor school entrances, parking lots, and designated traffic zones.
- Enforce school traffic patterns, parking regulations, and safety procedures.
- Communicate effectively with parents, visitors, staff, and local law enforcement when necessary.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, accidents, incidents, or security concerns to school administration.
- Assist with traffic and parking management during athletic events, graduations, assemblies, and special school functions.
- Maintain visibility in assigned traffic control areas and provide excellent customer service to the public.
- Sets up and remove traffic cones, barriers, signs, and other traffic control devices
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and assist with evacuation or traffic redirection when needed.
- Complete incident reports and maintain accurate records as required.
Qualifications
- Ability to successfully pass required background checks for a public school
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in traffic control, security, public safety, law enforcement, crossing guard services, or related fields preferred.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-traffic and stressful situations.
- Knowledge of traffic safety principles and regulations preferred.
Salary : $19