P/T Crossing Guard

City of Corinth; Corinth (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corinth seeks a Student Safety Monitor to ensure safe passage for schoolchildren at crosswalks and intersections. The role requires monitoring traffic and directing students, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining professionalism at all times. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience with children, along with the ability to react quickly to hazardous situations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Possess valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Pass a thorough background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist students to safely cross intersections according to city safety standards.
• Monitor traffic flow and lead children across safe areas.
• Report violations of school zone laws.

Skills

Reacting quickly to situations

Following verbal and written instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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Under general supervision, assists students to cross traffic thoroughfares, and provides all possible safety measures against traffic dangers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists students to safely cross designated intersections and thoroughfares at established crosswalks and in accordance with City safety standards.
• Provides for the safe movement of children to and from school by monitoring traffic flow, observing gaps in the traffic, and leading the children across the intersection; warns children of danger as necessary.
• Places and removes “school zone” signs in roadway; holds a "stop" sign in such a manner as to be visible to approaching vehicles.
• Monitors students and enforces proper conduct; reports motorists who violate school zone laws.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred;experience working with children is desirable.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License; must pass a thorough background investigation.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Safety rules and regulations.

Required Skill in:

• Reacting quickly to situations that could create safety and security problems.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors, close to vehicular traffic flow, with physical requirement of standing for extended periods.

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