School Crossing Safety Guard

City of Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Denton seeks a Crossing Guard to assist elementary school children in crossing streets safely before and after school. You will stop traffic at intersections, set up cones, and notify authorities about hazards, while staying courteous with students and staff.

Join a weather-exposed outdoor role requiring punctual attendance and the ability to stay calm in emergencies. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred to support the diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of municipal traffic regulations
• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Responsibilities

• Stops traffic flow across streets and intersections that may or may not have a permanent stop sign
• Places traffic cones in the street before school begins and removes at end of school as needed
• Notifies police headquarters of real or potential hazards and pedestrian accidents in the vicinity
• Ability to get along with customers and co-workers
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Building friendly relations with kids

Reading and writing

Emergency response

Diplomatic and decisive

Outdoor work in all weather

Job description

The City of Denton seeks a Crossing Guard to assist elementary school children in crossing streets safely before and after school. You will stop traffic at intersections, set up cones, and notify authorities about hazards, while staying courteous with students and staff.

Join a weather-exposed outdoor role requiring punctual attendance and the ability to stay calm in emergencies. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred to support the diverse school community.