School Crossing Guard

The-City-of-Hartfor; Hockanum (CT); On-site; USD 9,600 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hartford is seeking a School Crossing Guard to protect children at assigned street crossings during school hours. This SCGA union position involves routing safety duties and requires vigilance and good judgement.

You will direct light traffic, maintain order among students, and report accidents or hazards. Applicants must be at least 18, have a minimum eighth-grade education, and be able to read and write English. Weather conditions vary.

Qualifications

• Completion of the eighth grade and some experience in dealing with children.
• Ability to read and write English is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard school children at assigned street crossings during school hours.
• Direct traffic at intersections and maintain discipline among students.
• Write reports on accidents, traffic violations and safety hazards.
• Exercise sound, independent judgment in emergencies where danger to life or safety of children is involved.

Skills

Laws & traffic signals

Public interaction

Direct light traffic

Education

Eighth grade completion

Job description

This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applications have been received, at that time it will be re-issued with a closing date. Vacancies are in the Traffic Division of the Operations Bureau of the Police Department. This is routing safety work in safeguarding school children against street crossing hazards. The work involves responsibility for the safety of school children at an assigned street crossing for a designated number of hours each day the schools are in session. Looks after the safety of children through constant attentiveness and by ensuring that children cross safely at the proper location(s); directs traffic at intersections; maintains discipline among school children when approaching the street intersection; writes reports on accidents, traffic violations and safety hazards. While much of the work is of a routing nature, incumbents must be able to exercise sound and independent judgment in emergencies where danger to life or safety of school children is involved. Performs related work as required.

THE PAY FOR THIS POSITION IS A DAILY RATE OF $52.02 - $54.62. THERE IS NO HOURLY RATE.

This is a SCGA union position.

Should be comfortable working in various weather such as rain, hot temperatures, and snow.

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may also include a written test, an oral test, a performance-based test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure

Knowledge of:

• Laws and ordinances governing traffic

Ability to:

• Get along well with the public
• Control groups of school children
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Direct light traffic effectively

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Completion of the eighth school grade and some experience in dealing with children. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Ability to read and write English is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Required to walk and stand for the entire shift. Must be able to tolerate exposure to various weather conditions and the noise of heavy traffic on a regular basis. Required to hold a hand-held stop sign in one hand, and a safety light in the other hand for extended periods of time when appropriate.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Benefits include: Health and life insurance, retirement options, voluntary benefit programs, and paid leave.
• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An affirmative action/equal opportunity employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.