Crossing Guard

Job Title: Crossing GuardCity residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!INTRODUCTION:The Racine Police Department serves the City of Racine in Southeastern Wisconsin with a population of 77,816 people. We are a department that has adopted the philosophy of Community Orientated Policing and is a recognized leader in this area. Our Mission is to Protect Life and Property, Promote Community Partnerships, Build Trust and Serve with Honor. POSITION PURPOSE:Under the direction of the Crossing Guard Supervisor, assist in the control of vehicular and pedestrian traffic at an assigned location for a prescribed period of time to ensure the safety of schoolchildren and the safe, orderly flow of vehicular traffic. These part-time duties are performed during the school year from late August to early June. Crossing Guards work under the general supervision of the Crossing Guard Supervisor.Relief Crossing Guards must be able to report to work with very little notice to substitute for regular Crossing Guards, there is no guarantee of hours and shifts may vary.Essential DutiesESSENTIAL DUTIES:Report to an assigned crossing, in uniform at the appointed time.Direct and control vehicular and pedestrian traffic at assigned crossing.Give clear, concise hand signals to stop vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic.Make sure signals are understood and obeyed before moving either vehicular or pedestrian traffic.Ensure that children cross only at the proper location.Prevent movement of vehicular traffic until all pedestrians have completely crossed the street.Note any present or potential traffic hazards and report them to the Racine Police Department as soon as possible.ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION:Year round outside weather conditions.Exposure to wet, snow, cold and/or hot-humid conditions.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Graduate or Equivalency.Valid Wisconsin driver's license required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:After training by the Police Department, direct and control vehicular and pedestrian traffic through arm, hand and whistle signals.Must be available on short notice.Must have transportation available to reach assigned corners, be punctual and reliable.Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:Stand for approximately 2 hours.Speak English understandably.Talk and hear at normal range or with accommodation.Reach with hands and arms.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.Use specific vision abilities that are required by this position which includes; close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; must ambulate independently, manual dexterity required.SUPERVISION EXERCISED:Random patrols of Police Officers, Traffic Investigators, Deputy Chief and Administrative Managers.No Benefits Offered