Part Time School Crossing Guard

The Village of Palatine Police Department is seeking a...

Part-time School Crossing Guard

A School Crossing Guard is a designated adult civilian who supervises and expedites the crossing of school children at hazardous or congested traffic points. Applicants must be dependable, available on short notice, and have reliable transportation. Training and equipment will be provided.

Job Description:

• Supervise the safe crossing of school children at crossing points which are established by the Police Department.
• Encourage safety consciousness in pedestrians and motorists by demonstrating safety practices.
• Deter children from committing unlawful or unsafe acts at such crossings.
• Informing motorists, through appropriate signals, that pedestrians are using or about to use the crossing, and have the right of way.
• Observe and report conditions or incidents that are detrimental to safety, including violations of traffic laws or regulations.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma is required.

Salary: 16.88 per hour.

Hours: 2 hours per day, one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon.

Questions: Contact Sergeant Andy Olech at