School Crossing Guard

The crossing guard position requires the applicant to work a split shift that includes mornings and afternoons. This seasonal position coincides with the Orange County Public Schools' school year and is part-time (15-20 hours per week).

This position requires the performance of traffic safety work at designated school crossing areas. Work is performed under the general supervision of the patrol supervisor.

The tasks listed below represent most of the time spent working in this position. Supervisor may assign additional tasks within the scope of this classification as necessary.

• Requires constant standing, speaking and hearing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 10 lbs. Requires visual acuity with respect to discernment of shapes and colors related to traffic safety. Agility is required at a level that would allow avoidance of an imminent danger from vehicles.
• Is subject to working conditions involving constant extreme weather conditions, very frequent exposure to insects, frequent excessive noise.
• Exposure to moving vehicles requires awareness of surroundings and sounds/noises.
• Performs any other duties or tasks that may be assigned.

• Must be able to perceive and correct potential safety hazards and direct and regulate the flow of traffic within the school crossing area to which guard is assigned, ensuring the safety of the students traveling to- and from school.
• Must maintain a positive public image and set a good example for students; setting the example for following traffic safety laws, etc.

• High School Diploma required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must successfully complete the school crossing guard training as provided by the Apopka Police Department.

City issued radio, safety vest, and traffic control signs/devices.

The City of Apopka is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recognizes a moral, ethical, and legal responsibility to provide fair and equitable consideration of applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, sexual orientation, or other non-job-related factors. As such, the City of Apopka affirms its commitment to a policy not only of nondiscrimination, but also to a process of equal employment opportunity in all departments of City government to ensure that employment is extended to all qualified persons.

When requested, the City of Apopka will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

The City of Apopka is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. The City seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requires the City to provide reasonable invitation to discuss accommodations.