What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Crossing Guard position at City of Akron, OH?
Definition
This is routine work safeguarding school children in crossing City streets.
An employee in this class is responsible for protecting school children at dangerous traffic points on heavily traveled City streets by walking with groups of children across an intersection or by stopping traffic to allow children to cross the street.
Works independently with little or no supervision under general direction in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the job. Must be able to work at any location in the City of Akron and for short periods of time at the beginning and end of each school day.
Characteristic Work
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
Ability to detect possible danger to children crossing streets. Ability to work in the open under adverse weather conditions. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to deal successfully with children, parents, Police, school personnel, and the general public. Ability to exercise mature judgment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. List of essential functions available upon request.
Competitive Examination Process
The candidates will be ranked in a standard manner based on information, records, and other data related to the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position sought. Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in this announcement at the time of appointment.
RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.
VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to their passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.
Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.
The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.
