Crossing Guard

Crossing Guard

Under general supervision, escorts children across an assigned intersection; controls traffic when children are in the intersection; enforces safety regulations; and performs related duties as assigned.

Crossing Guard is distinguished from other Public Safety classes by its very limited scope of directing traffic and ensuring the safety of students in walkways, intersections and parking areas.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Controls traffic at designated intersections by mechanical or hand signals in order to permit students and other pedestrians to cross the street safely.
• Controls students at intersections and restrains them from crossing until it is determined to be safe; when appropriate, escorts students through intersections.
• Remains visible during enforcement hours and assists the public as needed.
• Calls for emergency assistance and notifies the school in case of accident or emergency.
• Records and reports the license number of motor vehicles whose drivers disobey the crossing guard's instructions or disregard safety rules in other respects; reports to the school principal the names of students disobeying the crossing guard's instructions.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to assisting students and the public.

Customer service practices.

Methods and techniques of basic first aid and CPR.

Ability to:

Learn to operate crossing guard equipment safely and effectively.

Learn, understand and explain street-crossing procedures.

Remain alert and attentive during working hours.

Remain calm and use good judgement in emergency situations.

Perform basic first aid.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Understand and speak Spanish is highly desirable.

Training:

High School graduation or its equivalent is required.

Experience working with children is preferred.

Special Requirements:

Annual certification for CPR and First Aid are required with three months of appointment and during the course of employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License, and maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance program during the course of employment with the City.

Working shifts before and after school.