School Crossing Guards

Part-time seasonal position
Rate- $15.50/hour

OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The School Crossing Guard position is responsible for providing the safe movement of children to and from school when crossing roadways and intersections. The Crossing Guards scope of authority and responsibility is limited to duties as outlined and does not extend to enforcement and regulatory action. When on duty, Crossing Guards work under the supervision and direction of the Director of School Police.
Hourly rate: $15.50

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF JOB:

• Traffic Control
• Assists children to and from school safely
• Watches for traffic gaps and walks children across roadway/intersection while holding a "STOP" sign for approaching vehicles
• Creates temporary traffic gaps as necessary
• Record and report license plate numbers of drivers disregarding instruction
• Report potentially dangerous, hazardous traffic or vehicle problems to Allegheny County 911

2. Accountability

• Maintain issued equipment and report any lost or damaged items
• Serve the School District in an orderly, diligent manner and exert his/her best efforts to complete the duties stated

OTHER DUTIES OF THE JOB:

This position reports immediately to the Director of School Police if unable to report to designated location as scheduled. This position requires regular prompt attendance and must be available during morning and afternoon hours within the same day.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED FROM: Chief of School Police

MENTAL DEMANDS/QUALIFICATIONS OF THIS POSITION:

This position requires the Crossing Guard to be 18 years of age or older; the ability to provide safe crossing of school children or pedestrians; the ability to work independently with minimum supervision; maintain a neat, clean appearance while on duty and wear weather appropriate clothing; the ability to work effectively with children and parents; the ability to display good judgement and respond quickly to emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THIS POSITION:

This position requires the ability to clearly observe vechicle and pedestrian traffic at acceptable distances; the ability to work outdoors in inclement weather; the ability to walk and stand for periods of time (minimum of one hour); the ability to hold a hand-held "STOP" sign above the head in an upright position. This position requires Crossing Guards to be in good physical condition that will permit adequate job performance.

WORKING CONDITIONS OF THIS POSITION:

This position typically requires work performed outside and is subject to the elements: heat, cold, and wet conditions. Exposure to environmental and/or physical hazards is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pennsylvania Driver's License

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Morning shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outdoor work

Work Location: In person