School Crossing Guard - Seasonal Part Time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely assist school-age children in crossing streets at designated school crossings before and after school at AB Elementary School.
• Control and direct vehicular traffic at assigned intersections and crossings to create safe crossing opportunities for pedestrians.
• Instruct and guide children in the proper use of crosswalks and safe pedestrian practices.
• Place traffic cones and other assigned safety devices at designated crossing locations prior to duty and remove them at the conclusion of duty.
• Observe traffic conditions and use appropriate hand signals, verbal instructions, and crossing procedures to manage pedestrian movement and traffic flow.
• Monitor compliance with traffic laws and crossing procedures by motorists and pedestrians.
• Record identifying information regarding vehicles that disregard traffic controls, endanger pedestrians, or otherwise create unsafe conditions, and report violations or concerns to the appropriate law enforcement personnel or supervisor.
• Report hazardous conditions, traffic safety concerns, accidents, incidents, or recurring problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain alertness and exercise sound judgment at all times while working in and around active traffic areas.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with children, parents, school personnel, motorists, law enforcement personnel, and the public.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job successfully.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, pedestrian safety practices, and school crossing procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to observe traffic conditions and make sound decisions quickly in the interest of public safety.
• Ability to interact tactfully and courteously with children, parents, school personnel, law enforcement personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain composure and exercise good judgment in stressful or high-traffic situations.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to prepare simple reports or relay information regarding incidents, hazards, or traffic violations.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during assigned shifts.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, humidity, and wind.
• Ability to safely work in close proximity to moving vehicles and active traffic.
• Ability to see, hear, speak, and use hand/arm signals sufficiently to monitor surroundings, communicate with pedestrians and motorists, and perform crossing duties safely.
• Ability to lift, carry, place, and remove traffic cones or similar equipment used in crossing operations.

Special Requirements

• Must be reliable and punctual for scheduled school crossing assignments.
• May be required to pass a background screening and any job-related training required by the City.
• Must wear assigned safety equipment and comply with all City and departmental safety procedures.

Benefits

• The City of Atlantic Beach offers an outstanding benefits package to full-time employees including:
• medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement 457/401k plans, Police Officer Pension Plan, 12 paid holidays, over 3+ weeks paid leave your first year, paid training and promotional opportunities, tuition reimbursement and full-time employees are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.