School Crossing Guard
Directs actions of children and traffic at street intersections and school entrances to ensure safe crossings; monitors and enforces school zone speed limits.
This position is a non-supervisory classification and receives limited supervision, consulting with Field Supervisor on unusual situations.
Candidates must be able to think and react independently to various situations.
Work Hours: Three hours per school day; early morning and afternoon.
Specific hours are determined when assigned to school
On occasion, may be required to work special assignments.
Incumbent works 10 months out of the year.
Patrols street crossings and school entrances during hours when children are going to and coming from school
Directs the actions of children and traffic
Escorts children across the street
Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding the school zone speed limit
Places and removes caution signs and cones
Cautions drivers of speeding vehicles by use of whistle and/or hand signals
The work requires some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities. The work requires standing for long periods of time.
EQUIPMENT USED
Traffic cones
Whistle
Hand-held stop sign
Safety vest
Department-issued uniform
Must be of good moral character and reputation.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
Employees must pass a pre-employment physical exam
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
Additional Information:
The Police Department's School Crossing Guard division will contact selected candidates for interviews.
*All employees of the MNPD are required to pass an extensive background check**
For ADA Accommodation Requests contact: 862-5167
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
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