JOB TITLE: Crossing Guard
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt
REPORTS TO: Crossing Guard Supervisor
PAY GRADE: PG-1
DAYS IN POSITION: 175 / 3 Hour Day
DEPT./SCHOOL: Campus Assigned
PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Direct traffic to assist pedestrians in crossing streets safely.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
None

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work outdoors in adverse varying weather conditions
Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)
Ability to work independently

Experience:
None required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist student pedestrians in crossing the street safely without undue delays for vehicle traffic.

2. Direct students across streets and model safe pedestrian practices.

3. Direct traffic to assist buses entering and exiting school grounds.

4. Detect and report needed repairs of school zone signs and signals.

5. Perform duties and use equipment following established safety procedures.

6. Work irregular hours as needed.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Hand-held crossing signs and whistle

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal).

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Continual walking and standing. Ability to direct traffic using hand-held signs. Work outside in varying climate conditions including adverse weather (hot, cold, inclement weather).