What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Crossing Guard position at City of Las Cruces, NM?
Nature of Work
Pay: $17.00 per crossing. This is not an hourly rate.
Provides safety of students and community members, enforces crosswalk functions and procedures, and maintains student management at crosswalk facility and school property.
Environmental Factors
Work Situation Factors
Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Contract; non-exempt
Duties and Responsibilities
- Directs, monitors, and assists students and community members to cross at established crosswalks and school zones.
- Alerts motorists to the presence of students and community by displaying appropriate signs and stops traffic to cross students and community members. Places and removes department assigned equipment and signs for the established school zones.
- Wears and displays department assigned reflective clothing while performing crossing guard duties.
- May record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and report infractions to appropriate authorities.
- Attends required training.
Minimum Qualifications
No specific education or experience required. Prior school crossing guard experience is preferred.
Applicants who successfully pass the Interview step will undergo an intensive LCPD background check and must pass with favorable marks.
Licenses/Certification(s):
Valid driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with children and other members of the community; detect traffic flows to enter the street to direct traffic.
Seasonal/temporary positions are not eligible for City sponsored benefits.
Salary : $17