Variable School Crossing Guard

City of Clearwater, FL • Belleair, FL

48d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Traffic safety work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in regulating traffic at designated spots where school children cross streets. Employees in this classification work under the general supervision of a Police Supervisor in the Operations Division. Work is routine but requires alertness and presence of mind in hazardous traffic situations.

Requirements

• Must have minimum Tenth Grade Education; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
• Knowledge of Traffic safety and school zone policies
• Knowledge of Police department practices and procedures
• Knowledge of Laws, ordinances, and regulations
• Skill in Commanding respect from children
• Skill in Tact, firmness, and courteous direction
• Skill in Handling emergencies with tact and professionalism
• A valid State driver's license is required.
• Employees selected for this position must meet FDLE guidelines in order to access sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Applicants with arrest histories for felonies or serious misdemeanors may be denied access to this information and as such, will not meet the minimum qualifications for a position with the City of Clearwater.

Responsibilities

• Monitors, and regulates flow of traffic during school hours; supervises and oversees the crossing of streets during the hours when children are going to and returning from school.
• Ensures the safety of children who must cross hazardous streets; uses stop sign equipment and directs the crossing of streets during heavily trafficked hours.
• Sets out warning and traffic control signs in designated school zone areas; places signs and equipment appropriately and safely.
• Assists and supports in school safety programs, such as bicycle inspections.
• May be assigned special duties during parades and other special events.
• Attends and participates in various meetings to ensure all activities are done effectively and in accordance with policies, procedures, and ordinances.
• Dependability in attendance for outdoor work regardless of weather conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees