What are the responsibilities and job description for the Variable School Crossing Guard position at City of Clearwater?
POSITIONS OPEN CONTINUOUSLY - WILL BE FILLED AS NEEDED
$17.98/per hour
The City of Clearwater has a need for temporary variable employees to supplement our permanent workforce. These variable employees are invaluable in meeting the mission of the agency.
The definition of a Variable Employee:
•Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
•Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
Traffic safety work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in regulating traffic at designated spots where school children cross streets.
Employees in this classification work under the general supervision of a Police Supervisor in the Operations Division. Work is routine but requires alertness and presence of mind in hazardous traffic situations.
$17.98/per hour
The City of Clearwater has a need for temporary variable employees to supplement our permanent workforce. These variable employees are invaluable in meeting the mission of the agency.
The definition of a Variable Employee:
•Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
•Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
Traffic safety work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in regulating traffic at designated spots where school children cross streets.
Employees in this classification work under the general supervision of a Police Supervisor in the Operations Division. Work is routine but requires alertness and presence of mind in hazardous traffic situations.
- Monitors, and regulates flow of traffic during school hours; supervises and oversees the crossing of streets during the hours when children are going to and returning from school.
- Ensures the safety of children who must cross hazardous streets; uses stop sign equipment and directs the crossing of streets during heavily trafficked hours.
- Sets out warning and traffic control signs in designated school zone areas; places signs and equipment appropriately and safely.
- Assists and supports in school safety programs.
- May be assigned special duties during parades and other special events.
- Attends and participates in various meetings to ensure all activities are done effectively and in accordance with policies, procedures, and ordinances.
- Dependability in attendance for outdoor work regardless of weather conditions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver’s license is required.
Employees selected for this position must meet FDLE guidelines in order to access sensitive and/or confidential information. Applicants with arrest histories for felonies or serious misdemeanors may be denied access to this information and as such, will not meet the minimum qualifications for a position with the City of Clearwater.
Education and Experience:
Must have minimum Tenth Grade Education; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of –
- Traffic safety and school zone policies
- Police department practices and procedures
- Laws, ordinances, and regulations
Skill in –
- Commanding respect from children
- Tact, firmness, and courteous direction
- Handling emergencies with tact and professionalism
Salary : $37,398
