Crossing Guard

Overview

The purpose of the work is to provide for the safe crossing of children by streets on their way to and from school. Under the supervision of the Sergeant, the incumbent is responsible for directing traffic at assigned crossings to protect school children and to provide for the orderly movement of traffic.

The incumbent works under the general supervision of a supervisor of higher grade performing regular duties independently. Instructions are provided for new or special assignments. The work is periodically checked upon completion or through general observations and evaluated for adequacy and compliance with instructions.

Makes frequent contact with the public, municipal employees, other city departments and officials, and government agencies. Contact is in writing, orally and in person.

Work consists of 100% outside duties performed subject to varying weather conditions, temperature, or odors, including automotive exhaust fumes. The following is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related duties, knowledge, skills, abilities or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Chief of Police reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, a superior officer, or the Chief of Police. External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential duties (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

• Report directly to assigned crossing station, be on time and remain there until the conclusion of the assignment.
• Ensure that children use the proper crossing location and that no children are in the street while traffic is moving.
• Be alert for present or potential traffic or safety problems in the area surrounding the assigned crossing. Report to the department any such hazards and recommend remedial steps.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to equipment and facilities, as needed.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

• High school graduate or GED.
• Demonstrated ability to read simple instructions.

• Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of common methods, materials and equipment used in traffic control and pedestrian safety.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public and to deal with service problems courteously and tactfully.
• Skill in the use of the tools and equipment listed below.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Safety equipment, safety vests, and hand-held stop sign

The work requires considerable physical exertion involving long periods of standing and walking.

PRIMARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 10 lbs. Frequently required.
• Lift 11-25 lbs. Rarely required.
• Lift 26 to 50 lbs. Rarely required.
• Lift over 50 lbs. Never required.
• Carry up to 10 lbs. Occasionally required.
• Carry 11 to 25 lbs. Occasionally required.
• Carry 26 to 50 lbs. Rarely required.
• Carry over 50 lbs. Rarely required.
• Reach above shoulder height. Occasionally required.
• Reach at shoulder height. Occasionally required.
• Reach below shoulder height. Rarely required.
• Push/Pull. Occasionally required.
• Standing. Frequently Required
• Walking. Frequently Required

• Twisting. Occasionally required.
• Bending. Occasionally required.
• Crawling. Rarely required.
• Squatting. Occasionally required.
• Kneeling. Occasionally required.
• Crouching. Rarely required.
• Climbing. Rarely required.
• Balancing. Rarely required.
• Running. Rarely required.

WORK SURFACE: asphalt surfaced roadway, cement or asphalt sidewalk.

Work consists of 100% outside duties performed subject to varying weather…