Crossing Guard

Andy Frain Services • Bloomingdale, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain control of children and vehicular traffic at crossing sites to ensure that children cross safely at designated sites. This role involves directing children at street intersections, recording license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals, reporting suspicious activity, and notifying authorities of uncooperative or abusive children. The position requires regular and predictable work attendance, adherence to safety regulations, and immediate reporting of unsafe conditions. A key aspect of this role is providing exceptional customer service to foster a positive image and professional environment.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the geography of the community and the location of important buildings.
• Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively and to report and record them clearly and completely.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
• Good general intelligence and emotional stability.
• Ability to tactfully interact with the public, especially children.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Physically able to perform the duties of a crossing guard during any weather conditions.
• Ability to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence in English.
• Ability to speak effectively to children, parents, and school officials.
• Must attend a mandatory School Crossing Guard class.
• Must pass crossing guard training and safety course

Responsibilities

• Directs actions of children at street intersections to ensure safe crossing.
• Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and report infractions to the police.
• Observe vehicles and pedestrians in the area of school crosswalks to report suspicious vehicles or activity.
• Notification of uncooperative or abusive child.
• Follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Reports all unsafe conditions to the field supervisor immediately, or whenever possible, but no later than the end of shift.
• Take personal responsibility to provide exceptional customer service in order to promote and maintain a positive image, constructive working environment, and foster pride and professionalism in the workplace and community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed