Crossing Guard

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stops on-coming traffic and escorts children across street.
• Places and removes school crossing and reduced speed signs at assigned intersections before and after shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Supplemental Information

• Prior high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Work experience in security, safety, or law enforcement is preferred.

Screening and Compliance

• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
• Must have means of transportation to assigned work site.
• Must pass an oral board examination.

Working Conditions

• Duties are performed outdoors.
• Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions.
• Working in adverse weather conditions is required.
• Worker is exposed to intermittent noise from traffic.
• Worker is exposed to exhaust fumes.
• Work is performed on paved or dirt roads, concrete, natural ground, ice or snow.
• Surfaces may be wet or dry.
• Work surfaces may be even or inclined.
• Work hazards include vehicle traffic and exposure to fumes.

Equipment, Tools, and Materials

• Typically used in the performance of duties includes traffic control signs, safety vest, and whistle.