SCHOOL CROSSING GUIDE

Norristown; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Municipality of Norristown seeks an entry-level Crossing Guard to assist school children in crossing intersections and to maintain traffic control for student safety. After training, work is performed under the supervision of a Police Lieutenant or Chief of Police.

Candidate must have a High School Diploma or GED, PA child abuse history clearance, state police background check, and FBI clearance. Must interact pleasantly with children, motorists and the public, with the ability to work varying

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Background Check, and FBI Clearance required.
• Ability to interact with children, motorists and the public pleasantly and effectively.
• Working hours vary; ability to walk and stand for long periods; adapt to adverse weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist school children to cross intersections.
• Maintain traffic control to ensure student safety.
• Perform duties under supervision after training (Police Lieutenant or Chief of Police).

Skills

Public interaction

Decision making

Stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED; CURRENT PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CLEARANCE, PA STATE POLICE CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK CLEARANCE & FBI CLEARANCE. Must have the ability to interact with children, motorist and other members of the public, pleasantly and effectively. Ability to adjust to changing work hours; ability to walk; stand continuously; work in adverse weather conditions; the ability to be assertive and control any given situation; the ability to work without direct supervision and to make quick decisions based on accurate assessment of a situation, using knowledge and common sense. Working home telephone is required.

GENERAL DEFINITION

This is entry-level work involving assisting school children to cross intersections. Assignments are limited in nature and are carried out to detailed instructions. Incumbent responsibilities include maintaining traffic control; ensuring the safety of children going to and from school. After training, work is performed under the supervision of a Supervisor, Police Lieutenant or Chief of Police.

EOE/ADA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Municipality of Norristown will make reasonable accommodations during any and all phases of the selection process for individuals with a disability.