School Zone Safety Officer

Hamilton County Sheriff''s Office; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office seeks a School Crossing Guard to supervise traffic in the school zone during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal. You will direct vehicles and assist children crossing streets, ensuring safe passage around bus loading areas and adherence to signals.

A high school diploma or GED is required. The role involves working with children and adults in busy morning and afternoon periods and requires good judgment, reliability, and the ability to stay calm in

Qualifications

• Must have ability to direct traffic in school zones and protect children during arrival and dismissal.
• Able to respond quickly to changing traffic conditions and bus movements.
• Strong understanding of traffic signals and pedestrian safety.
• Ability to interact with students, parents, and other adults politely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Directs traffic through school zones and bus parking areas.
• Guides and assists children in crossing streets and complying with signals.
• Maintains security of children in school zones.
• Directs bus movement in unloading areas to ensure safety.
• Maintains calm and professional behavior in busy, dynamic environments.

Skills

Traffic control

Child safety awareness

Diplomacy

Calm under pressure

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office seeks a School Crossing Guard to supervise traffic in the school zone during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal. You will direct vehicles and assist children crossing streets, ensuring safe passage around bus loading areas and adherence to signals.

A high school diploma or GED is required. The role involves working with children and adults in busy morning and afternoon periods and requires good judgment, reliability, and the ability to stay calm in