Crossing Guard

This position is responsible for safely crossing school age children at an appointed post before and after school.

Union Affiliation:
Non-Union

Pay Grade: $20.00 Hourly, $40 Daily

Remote Tier 1:
Zero (0) days remote/week

• Safely escort children across the street at appointed intersections in the City of Burlington using the crosswalks.
• Guide pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.
• Act as “Ambassador” for the City, carrying out work and interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful, professional manner.

• Perform other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Must be able to work 2 shifts a day: 7:30 am – 8:20 am and 2:40 pm – 3:20 pm.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• Must wear Crossing Guard Traffic safety vest.
• Ability to use a hand-held 18”x18” Stop sign to stop traffic.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Ability to pass eye and hearing tests.
• Familiarity with traffic control procedures preferred.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to create and maintain an environment that embraces the 6 operating principles:
  Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior at all times.
• Must be a flexible team player that takes direction well and is safety conscious and customer-oriented.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance while engaging in field work, refraining from use of profanity or inappropriate language or behavior.
• Ability to obtain appropriate certification of completion for all classes and trainings.
• Regular attendance is necessary and essential to meeting the job expectations.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable workforce that mirrors the population and world we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

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