School Crossing Guard

Metro Nashville; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to ensure the safety of children at school crossings. This vital role involves directing traffic, monitoring speed limits, and escorting children across streets. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and a commitment to maintaining a safe environment. With flexible hours during school days and a focus on community safety, this position offers a chance to make a positive impact while working closely with local authorities. If you are passionate about contributing to the safety of your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre-employment physical exam.
• Candidates with foreign accreditations are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Directs actions of children and traffic at intersections.
• Patrols street crossings during school hours.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to communicate effectively

Good moral character and reputation

Education

Accreditations from a foreign institute

Tools

Traffic cones

Whistle

Hand-held stop sign

Safety vest

Department-issued uniform

Job description

Directs actions of children and traffic at street intersections and school entrances to ensure safe crossings; monitors and enforces school zone speed limits.

This position is a non-supervisory classification and receives limited supervision, consulting with Field Supervisor on unusual situations.

Candidates must be able to think and react independently to various situations.

Work Hours: Three hours per school day; early morning and afternoon. Specific hours are determined when assigned to school.

On occasion, may be required to work special assignments.

Incumbent works 10 months out of the year.

• Patrols street crossings and school entrances during hours when children are going to and coming from school
• Directs the actions of children and traffic
• Escorts children across the street
• Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding the school zone speed limit
• Places and removes caution signs and cones
• Cautions drivers of speeding vehicles by use of whistle and/or hand signals

The work requires some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities. The work requires standing for long periods of time.

EQUIPMENT USED:
Traffic cones
Whistle
Hand-held stop sign
Safety vest
Department-issued uniform

Must be of good moral character and reputation.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078, all employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Employees must pass a pre-employment physical exam
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

Additional Information:
The Police Department's School Crossing Guard division will contact selected candidates for interviews.
**All employees of the MNPD are required to pass an extensive background check.**

For ADA Accommodation Requests contact: 862-5167

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.