School Crossing Guard

City of Hartford•Ct 06103, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applications have been received, at that time it will be re-issued with a closing date. Vacancies are in the Traffic Division of the Operations Bureau of the Police Department. This is routing safety work in safeguarding school children against street crossing hazards. The work involves responsibility for the safety of school children at an assigned street crossing for a designated number of hours each day the schools are in session. Looks after the safety of children through constant attentiveness and by ensuring that children cross safely at the proper location(s); directs traffic at intersections; maintains discipline among school children when approaching the street intersection; writes reports on accidents, traffic violations and safety hazards. While much of the work is of a routing nature, incumbents must be able to exercise sound and independent judgment in emergencies where danger to life or safety of school children is involved. Performs related work as required. THE PAY FOR THIS POSITION IS A DAILY RATE OF $52.02 - $54.62. THERE IS NO HOURLY RATE. This is a SCGA union position.

Requirements

Completion of the eighth school grade.
Some experience in dealing with children.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to read and write English is preferred.
Required to walk and stand for the entire shift.
Must be able to tolerate exposure to various weather conditions and the noise of heavy traffic on a regular basis.
Required to hold a hand-held stop sign in one hand, and a safety light in the other hand for extended periods of time when appropriate.
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of laws and ordinances governing traffic.
Ability to get along well with the public.
Ability to control groups of school children.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to direct light traffic effectively.
Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application.
Eligible Veterans may be given preferential points.

Responsibilities

Safeguarding school children against street crossing hazards.
Ensuring the safety of school children at an assigned street crossing for a designated number of hours each day the schools are in session.
Looking after the safety of children through constant attentiveness and by ensuring that children cross safely at the proper location(s).
Directing traffic at intersections.
Maintaining discipline among school children when approaching the street intersection.
Writing reports on accidents, traffic violations and safety hazards.
Exercising sound and independent judgment in emergencies where danger to life or safety of school children is involved.