School Crossing Safety Advocate

careers-jaxsheriff; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Jacksonville seeks a School Crossing Guard to safely oversee student crossings at assigned locations under Florida DOT guidelines. You will help children cross streets, direct them to safe crossing areas, and report any hazardous conditions to the proper authorities.

The role requires alertness and a daily public-facing presence to ensure safety near schools. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No prior training required; training provided.
• Florida certification as School Crossing Guard within two weeks.
• Certification earned via state exam in quarterly training.

Responsibilities

• Assist children crossing streets to and from schools.
• Direct children to crossing areas and encourage safe behavior.
• Report hazardous conditions to appropriate agency.
• Maintain high visibility to remind motorists of crossing.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Public safety awareness

Physical stamina

Rapid decision making

Job description

City of Jacksonville seeks a School Crossing Guard to safely oversee student crossings at assigned locations under Florida DOT guidelines. You will help children cross streets, direct them to safe crossing areas, and report any hazardous conditions to the proper authorities.

The role requires alertness and a daily public-facing presence to ensure safety near schools. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.