Crossing Guard - PT

Overview

Under general direction, performs routine traffic safety work. Assists children in safely crossing roads. Takes control of intersections and roadways to direct traffic in a safe and efficient manner. Operation of school zone signals. This position can be located at any school location in Madison County.

• Assists children in safely crossing roadways.
• Monitors and prevents any behavior which might jeopardize safety.
• Responds to other needs as required.
• Takes control of roadway and/or intersection and directs traffic in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitors drivers and reports any unsafe behavior.
• Attends and conducts daytime training sessions as required.
• Training of new crossing guards as they are hired.

• Any combination of training and experience equivalent to Graduation from standard senior high school or possession of a GED.

• Thorough knowledge of roadways and geography of the area surrounding the location of the assigned school.
• Skill to communicate effectively with children, parents, and citizens.
• Ability to learn traffic signals and safe direction and assistance methods.

• Ability to perform work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to see well enough to operate an automobile, and to recognize vehicles and pedestrians approaching the roadway.
• Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with children, parents, etc., and to recognize vehicles approaching the school zone in enough time to respond.
• Must have the physical stamina to stand for up to 2.5 hours at a time directing traffic and assisting children.

• Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Must be available to attend daytime training sessions.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check.

Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.