Crossing Guard

Burlington Electric Department; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Burlington seeks a Crossing Guard to help children safely cross streets at appointed posts before and after school. You will work two short shifts daily, 7:30am–8:20am and 2:40pm–3:20pm, standing at crossings with a safety vest and Stop sign, ensuring students’ safe passage.

This is a non‑union, entry level role requiring reliability, courtesy, and the ability to handle all weather conditions. Training and background checks are provided as part of the City’s commitment to safe,

Qualifications

• Must actively support City diversity, equity, and inclusion within job responsibilities.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion evidenced by ongoing trainings.
• Must work 2 shifts a day: approximately 7:30am to 8:20am and 2:40pm to 3:20pm.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• Must wear Crossing Guard Safety vest.
• Ability to use a hand held 18”x18” Stop sign to stop traffic.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Ability to pass eye and hearing test.
• Familiarity with traffic control procedures preferred.
• Ability to interact courteously with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to uphold the 6 operating principles; Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• Must be a flexible team player who takes direction well and is safety conscious.
• Maintain professional appearance while in field work.
• Ability to obtain appropriate certification of completion for all trainings.
• Regular attendance is necessary.
• Understand and comply with City standards and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Safely escort children across the street at appointed intersections in the City of Burlington using crosswalks.
• Guide pedestrian traffic at places like streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.
• Act as an “Ambassador” for the City, interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful, professional manner.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Customer service

Professional demeanor

Team player

Safety consciousness

Job description

General Purpose

This position is responsible for safely crossing school age children at an appointed post before and after school.

This position is responsible for safely crossing school age children at an appointed post before and after school.

Union Affiliation

Non-Union

Pay Grade

$20.00 Hourly, $40 Daily

Remote Tier 1

Zero (0) days remote/week

Essential Job Functions

• Safely escort children across the street at appointed intersections in the City of Burlington using the crosswalks.
• Guide pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.
• Act as “Ambassador” for the City, carrying out work and interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful, professional manner.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Must be able to work 2 shifts a day. Approximately: 7:30am to 8:20am and 2:40pm to 3:20pm.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• Must wear Crossing Guard Traffic safety vest.
• Ability to use a hand held 18”x18” Stop sign to stop traffic.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Ability to pass eye and hearing test.
• Familiarity with traffic control procedures preferred.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to create and maintain an environment that embraces the 6 operating principles; Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior at all times.
• Must be a flexible team player that takes direction well, is safety conscious, customer-oriented.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance while engaging in field work, by refraining from any use of profanity, inappropriate language, or inappropriate behavior required.
• Ability to obtain appropriate certification of completion for all classes and trainings.
• Familiarity with traffic control procedures preferred.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Additional Information

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work‑force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or [e-mail] .