School Crossing Guard

City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,117 - 18,145; Part time

Job summary

The City of Pittsburgh is seeking School Crossing Guards to assist children and citizens in crossing streets safely at intersections. You will direct traffic, provide necessary assistance, and ensure public safety. No prior work experience or education is required. This position includes a competitive salary and requires PA Child Abuse History Certification clearances.

As part of your duties, you will monitor for criminal activity and report traffic violations. Successful candidates will receive training and support in their role.

Qualifications

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, and a resume.
• PA Child Abuse History Certification Clearances are required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assists children and other members of the general public to cross streets at intersections.
• Directs traffic to allow emergency vehicles to proceed through intersections.
• Reports traffic violations to the City's Magistrates Court.

Job description

Position Summary

Escorts children, persons with disabilities, elderly persons and other citizens across busy intersections; directs traffic as necessary to prevent accidents.

Department

Department: Public Safety

Posting Type

Posting Type: Announcement

Salary

Salary: $92.78 to $98.35 per day subject to collective bargaining agreement terms.

Union

Union: This position is included in the Service Employees International Union, Local 192-B bargaining unit.

Union Bid Form

Union Bid Form: None required.

Civil Service Classification

Civil Service Classification: Exempt

General Application Requirements

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must be City of Pittsburgh residents at the time of application and must remain a resident throughout employment.
• PA Child Abuse History Certification Clearances are required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Qualifying Requirements

• WORK EXPERIENCE: None required for this position.
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: None required for this position.
• EQUIVALENCY: None required for this position.

Civil Service Examinations

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

Position Duties

• Assists children and other members of the general public to cross streets at intersections.
• Directs traffic to allow emergency vehicles to proceed through intersections; controls movement of traffic when traffic signals are inoperative.
• Provides directions to motorists or pedestrians as requested.
• Reports traffic violations to the City's Magistrates Court; testifies in court as required.
• Monitors assigned intersection for criminal activity, traffic hazards or other dangers to children using the intersection and notifies or reports information to supervisor.
• Submits accurate written reports for all accidents or other emergencies.
• Assists and directs children who may be lost or injured.
• Assists in training new school crossing guards.
• May instruct children, either informally or in a classroom setting on pedestrian safety.
• Performs activities and functions of related lower-level personnel, and such other related tasks and duties that are assigned or required.