Crossing Guard

Crossing Guard

Under general supervision, escorts children across an assigned intersection; controls traffic when children are in the intersection; enforces safety regulations; and performs related duties as assigned.

Crossing Guard is distinguished from other Public Safety classes by its very limited scope of directing traffic and ensuring the safety of students in walkways, intersections and parking areas.

Important and essential duties may include, but are not limited, to the following :

• Controls traffic at designated intersections by mechanical or hand signals in order to permit students and other pedestrians to cross the street safely.
• Controls students at intersections and restrains them from crossing until it is determined to be safe; when appropriate, escorts students through intersections.
• Remains visible during enforcement hours and assists the public as needed.
• Calls for emergency assistance and notifies the school in case of accident or emergency.
• Records and reports the license number of motor vehicles whose drivers disobey the crossing guard's instructions or disregard safety rules in other respects; reports to the school principal the names of students disobeying the crossing guard's instructions.

Job related and essential qualifications include :

Training : High School graduation or its equivalent is required.

Experience working with children is preferred.

Special Requirements : Annual certification for CPR and First Aid are required with three months of appointment and during the course of employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance program during the course of employment with the City.

Working shifts before and after school.