School Patrol Officer

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents are responsible for the safety of school children going to and returning from school at an assigned location. The work involves traffic control, supervising any person crossing streets or highways all with the emphasis on safety. This part-time position is the first in a three-level series.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Good vision and hearing
Must be able to stand and move in appropriate places to direct children and drivers using designated signals.
Must have own transportation to job site
Be in good health
Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather
Ability to deal effectively and courteously with children, the general public and City staff
Must be able to adhere to program policies, procedures and safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors and assists both pedestrian and vehicular traffic in the mornings and late afternoon.
Monitors school zones where children cross streets.
Applies appropriate knowledge of traffic laws and uses clear and proper traffic management signals to both pedestrians and vehicular traffic to safely cross any person within the designated school crossing zones.
Communicates with School Patrol Officer Supervisor to report any information, problems, or concerns regarding the school zone where services are performed.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other job duties as assigned.