School Crossing Guard

City of Apopka; Apopka (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to ensure the safety of students at school crossings. This role involves monitoring traffic, maintaining a positive public image, and enforcing safety laws. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to perceive hazards effectively. Working in various weather conditions, you will play a vital role in the community by safeguarding the well-being of children as they travel to and from school. If you are passionate about traffic safety and enjoy working outdoors, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must successfully complete the school crossing guard training.

Responsibilities

• Direct and regulate the flow of traffic within the school crossing area.
• Ensure the safety of students traveling to and from school.

Skills

Traffic Safety Awareness

Public Communication

Hazard Perception

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

City issued radio

Traffic control signs/devices

Safety vest

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position requires the performance of traffic safety work at designated school crossing areas. Work is performed under the general supervision of the patrol supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The tasks listed below represent most of the time spent working in this position. Supervisor may assign additional tasks within the scope of this classification as necessary.

• Requires constant standing, speaking and hearing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 10 lbs. Requires visual acuity with respect to discernment of shapes and colors related to traffic safety. Agility is required at a level that would allow avoidance of an imminent danger from vehicles.
• Is subject to working conditions involving constant extreme weather conditions, very frequent exposure to insects, frequent excessive noise.
• Exposure to moving vehicles requires awareness of surroundings and sounds/noises.
• Performs any other duties or tasks that may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be able to perceive and correct potential safety hazards and direct and regulate the flow of traffic within the school crossing area to which guard is assigned, ensuring the safety of the students traveling to and from school.
• Must maintain a positive public image and set a good example for students; setting the example for following traffic safety laws, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma required. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must successfully complete the school crossing guard training as provided by the Apopka Police Department.

EQUIPMENT USED

City issued radio, safety vest, and traffic control signs/devices.