School Crossing Guard- (Deep Creek)

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake Virginia is seeking a School Crossing Guard for the Deep Creek area. This seasonal/substitute role follows school days, with shifts typically 7:00–9:30 AM and 1:30–4:30 PM, totaling 15–30 hours per week. Duties focus on assisting children to cross streets safely near schools and directing traffic for student safety.

Uniforms and equipment are provided. The position may require work in various weather conditions and at multiple school locations within Chesapeake, VA.

Qualifications

• VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
• EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : None required
• SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : None required
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Observes traffic conditions and controls flow of traffic to allow children to arrive and depart schools.
• Directs movement of vehicles such as school buses to maintain safe conditions.
• Instructs children in methods to cross streets and other safe behavior in and around traffic.
• Manages unruly children to prevent injury.
• Performs other safety or traffic related tasks as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Job description

Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license ( CDL ) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position School Crossing Guard- (Deep Creek)

Job Type

Job Type Seasonal/Substitute

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Department

Department POLICE

Division

Division POLICE OPERATIONS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026486

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 15-30

Work Schedule

School days only, Monday through Friday. Morning shifts are typically 7:00–9:30 AM, and afternoon shifts are 1:30–4:30 PM.

Hours may vary depending on your assigned school location.

School assignments are currently available in the Great Bridge and Deep Creek sections of the city.

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement N - Never

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE01

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$16.93 – $22.43 / per hour

Job Description

As a School Crossing Guard, you’ll help children cross streets safely, manage traffic near schools, and keep school zones safe for students, families, and motorists while serving your community.
Responsibilities include:

• Observes traffic conditions and controls flow of traffic to allow children to arrive and depart schools.
• Directs movement of vehicles such as school buses to maintain safe conditions.
• Instructs children in methods to cross streets and other safe behavior in and around traffic.
• Manages unruly children to prevent injury.
• Performs other safety or traffic related tasks as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This position is required to work in numerous climates/inclement weather.

All uniforms and equipment are provided.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : None required
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : None required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/19/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/02/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license ( CDL ) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Sitting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Walking

Walking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Lifting

Lifting N = Never

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount N/A

Carrying

Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling N = Never

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A

Reaching

Reaching N = Never

Handling N = Never

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity N = Never

Kneeling

Kneeling N = Never

Crouching

Twisting

Twisting N = Never

Climbing

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration S = Seasonally

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors S = Seasonally

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures N = Never

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks N = Never

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime N = Never

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work N = Never

Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

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