School Crossing Guard I - Central Area (Cocoa)

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 19,036 - 27,112; Part time

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a part-time School Crossing Guard to ensure safe and orderly crossings for school-age children in Melbourne, Florida. This permanent position offers $16.75 hourly for about 2 hours a day during school days.

The role requires no formal education or experience, though prior experience with children is preferred. The selected guard must meet certain physical and emergency requirements, working in varying outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• No formal education, training or experience is required.
• Experience as a crossing guard or working with elementary school-age children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe crossing of school-age children.
• Perform entry-level protective service work.

Job description

Department: Public Safety

Organizational Unit: School Crossing Guards

Position Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time: Part Time

Open Until Filled.

$16.75 hourly. Central Area/Cocoa. Part‑time/2 hours daily (mornings and afternoons) on school days. Performs entry‑level protective service work ensuring the safe and orderly crossing of school‑age children at his/her assigned location.

Requirements

No formal education, training, or experience is required. Experience as a crossing guard or other work with elementary school‑age children is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Must be of good moral character as determined by a personal background investigation.
• Must be able to pass the Brevard County Performance Checklist for School Crossing Guards prior to assuming School Crossing Guard duties.
• Must have a working home telephone or personal cell phone.
• In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man‑made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

Physical Requirements Checklist

1. The employee must be able to:
   • Lift: 10 lbs. or less
   • Carry: 10 lbs. or less
   • Push: 10 lbs. or less
   • Pull: 10 lbs. or less
2. In an eight‑hour day, the employee may have to:
   • Stand: 1 - 3 hours
   • Walk: 1 - 3 hours
   • Sit: None
   • Drive: None
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Reach; Balance; Bend; Jump; Kneel; Run; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Good distant vision; Color Perception; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

Working Conditions

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
   • Work outside; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With odors; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; Work alone; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A