Crossing Guard - Arlington Heights

Job Description

Maintain control of children and vehicular traffic at crossing sites to ensure that children cross safely at designated sites.

• Directs actions of children at street intersections to ensure safe crossing.
• Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and report infractions to the police.
• Observe vehicles and pedestrians in the area of school crosswalks to report suspicious vehicles or activity.
• Notify of uncooperative or abusive child.
• Provide regular and predictable work attendance (two excused absences a year is the objective).
• Follow all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Report all unsafe conditions to the field supervisor immediately, or whenever possible, but no later than the end of shift.
• Provide exceptional customer service to promote and maintain a positive image, constructive working environment, and foster pride and professionalism in the workplace and community.

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the geography of the community and the location of important buildings.
• Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively and to report and record them clearly and completely.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
• Good general intelligence and emotional stability.
• Ability to tactfully interact with the public, especially children.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Physically able to perform the duties during any weather conditions.
• Ability to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence in English.
• Ability to speak effectively to children, parents, and school officials.
• Must attend a mandatory School Crossing Guard class.

• Tools and equipment needed:
  Stop Paddle, Reflective Vest, Whistle, optional equipment such as cellphone, rain gear, reflective gloves, reflective cap, first aid equipment, proper warm safe winter gear, and traffic cones.

The crossing guard is responsible for directing children and vehicular traffic at designated school intersections to ensure safety. They must also monitor the area for suspicious activity and report any traffic infractions or unsafe conditions to the appropriate authorities.

Work split shift based on school schedule.