What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crossing Guard position at City of Lemoore?
DEFINITION
To prepare school crossing zone and assist children in crossing streets safely on a season basis while children attend school.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from an assigned department head.
Exercises no supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Safe work practices and safety equipment.
Ability to:
Knowledge of California traffic laws, emergency procedures; current use of the English language.
Moderate responsibility for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment and tools; great responsibility for the use of direction and independent judgement in the safe crossing of children.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and spelling; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to work effectively with children, parents, and school employees.
Ability to use accurate judgement of traffic flow, speed and direction of travel; prioritize activities; regular use of hand-held stop sign, reflector vest and cones.
Training Guidelines
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Field environment and is subject to exposure to the elements: heat, cold, and wet conditions as well as exposure to environment and/or physical hazards.
Physical Conditions:
Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking and standing for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to see and hear in normal range, with or without correction.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Veterans Preference Application
Must Submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.
To prepare school crossing zone and assist children in crossing streets safely on a season basis while children attend school.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from an assigned department head.
Exercises no supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Prepares school crossing zone by placing warning cones in the street (if necessary). Wear a safety vest and have the hand held stop sign ready and available.
- As children arrive, take them safety across the street, watch traffic closely and stopping cars if necessary.
- Repeat process four times a day, and as needed, when children travel to and from school.
- Act as a liaison between children, parents, school administrators and P.T.A.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Safe work practices and safety equipment.
Ability to:
Knowledge of California traffic laws, emergency procedures; current use of the English language.
Moderate responsibility for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment and tools; great responsibility for the use of direction and independent judgement in the safe crossing of children.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and spelling; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to work effectively with children, parents, and school employees.
Ability to use accurate judgement of traffic flow, speed and direction of travel; prioritize activities; regular use of hand-held stop sign, reflector vest and cones.
Training Guidelines
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Field environment and is subject to exposure to the elements: heat, cold, and wet conditions as well as exposure to environment and/or physical hazards.
Physical Conditions:
Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking and standing for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to see and hear in normal range, with or without correction.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Veterans Preference Application
Must Submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.
Salary : $17
