Part-Time School Crossing Guardian — Safer Walks for Kids

Westwood; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

Paid sick leave

Bereavement time

Paid holidays

Up to five paid snow days

Job summary

The Westwood Police Department is seeking part-time Traffic Supervisors who will direct and control traffic for the safe passage of school-age children walking to and from Westwood schools. Schedule includes two 1-hour crossings per school day (morning and afternoon) or one 1-hour crossing, with preference for covering both shifts.

Wage is $24.96 per hour for 8–10 hours per week, with benefits such as a clothing allowance, paid sick and bereavement time, paid holidays during the school year, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age, have a High School Diploma or GED, and possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Ability to effectively control and direct vehicular traffic and supervise school-age pedestrians.
• Outdoor work under all weather conditions; CORI background check required; CPR/AED certification arranged by the department.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control traffic to ensure the safety of school-age children during arrival and dismissal times.
• Communicate directions using verbal commands and hand signals.
• Monitor vehicle speeds and timing to provide adequate warnings and stop traffic as needed.
• Provide general assistance to children and administer basic first aid until responders arrive.

Skills

Traffic control

Professionalism

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Westwood Police Department is seeking part-time Traffic Supervisors who will direct and control traffic for the safe passage of school-age children walking to and from Westwood schools. Schedule includes two 1-hour crossings per school day (morning and afternoon) or one 1-hour crossing, with preference for covering both shifts.

Wage is $24.96 per hour for 8–10 hours per week, with benefits such as a clothing allowance, paid sick and bereavement time, paid holidays during the school year, and