School Crossing Guard - Non-Merit

Baltimore County, MD • Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

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About The Position

The position involves controlling vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement at designated intersections and crossings under general supervision. The role is part-time, requiring approximately 10 hours per week, with shifts typically consisting of 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour at the end of the school day during the school year (August to June). This is not a full-time position, and only non-merit (part-time) vacancies exist in the Police Department for these roles. The job requires adherence to traffic laws and department standard operating procedures, ensuring the safety of school children and other pedestrians while crossing streets.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must have access to a means of transportation to and from assigned work locations.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and walk and stand for extended periods.
• No previous school guard experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Controls vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement at designated intersections and crossings.
• Uses clearly defined guidelines in the form of traffic laws and department standard operating procedures.
• Determines the safest times to place children in crosswalks with minimal disruption to vehicular traffic.
• Directs the coordinated, safe movement of school children and other pedestrians to cross streets.
• Provides direct assistance to pedestrians at busy intersections.
• Issues instructions using voice commands and arm and hand signals.
• Provides assistance with pedestrian traffic at large gatherings such as fairs and parades.
• Responds to routine questions and provides information to school children, parents, and motorists.
• Reports children and motorists who do not obey instructions to school officials.
• Reports accidents, hazardous conditions, and motorists who violate traffic laws to police officials.
• Testifies in court regarding traffic violations.
• Controls traffic at crossings from either the curbside or the street, ensuring safety.
• Looks at traffic patterns to determine when to place children in crosswalks.
• Ensures the safe crossing of children with minimal disruption to vehicular traffic.
• Attends meetings, training courses, or performs other related assignments as required.

Benefits

• Part-time work schedule during the school year (August to June).
• Potential for summer school positions from June to August.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed