School Crossing Guard

• Position Type:
  Pupil Services/ School Crossing Guard

The Town of Bedford is seeking a part-time School Crossing Guard for afternoon shifts. The School Crossing Guard is responsible for directing vehicular and pedestrian traffic at assigned crossings to protect school children and to provide for the orderly movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work outside in a variety of weather and temperature conditions. Education/training requirements for the job include a high school diploma or equivalent and CPR certification (department will provide training). Familiarity with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations and procedures for directing traffic is a plus.
This position is 10 hours per week, with a typical schedule of Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. The pay rate for this position is $21.81 per hour. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Job Duties:

• Report directly to assigned crossing stations.
• Be on time, properly uniformed and equipped.
• Remain at crossing station until the conclusion of the assignment.
• Ensure that children use the proper crossing locations and that no children are in the street while traffic is moving.
• Be alert for present or potential traffic hazards in the area surrounding the assigned crossings.
• Submit to the Safety Officer a written report of any such hazards with a recommendation for remedial steps to be taken.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief.