Crossing Guard; GP​/MU

Date Posted: 10/16/2025

Location:

Grande Park Elementary School

COMPENSATION: $16.00 / hour

Note:

The hourly rate of pay is inclusive of the mandatory 4.5% retirement contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

UNION MEMBERSHIP:
This position is represented by the Oswego Transportation Association (OTA).

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
• Ability to work independently, with a minimum of supervision and utilizing good time management skills.
• Ability to use a hand-held stop sign, flashlight, two-way radio.
• Stamina to stand for long periods of time, mobility to escort pedestrians across streets.
• Ability to work out of doors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic.
• Adequate vision to read printed materials and license plates, and hearing and speech to communicate in person.

• Maintain a high degree of visibility in assigned areas.
• Assist school-age children to cross public streets safely by directing and/or regulating vehicular and pedestrian traffic at specified intersections.
• Watch for suspicious persons and/or vehicles that may prey upon young children.
• Provides a safe adult presence that young children may go to when they need assistance while going to and from school.
• Monitor and report any unusual or strange behavior or events to the security team/supervisors.