Job Details

POSITION TITLE: CROSSING GUARD REPORTS TO: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR

OVERTIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY GRADE: 101

JOB SUMMARY:
Performs responsible human support and protective service work in stopping and directing traffic in conjunction with the moving of children to and from school; does related work as required.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, standing, and walking swiftly; mobility in movement and stature; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for peripheral vision, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to outside
environmental conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assisting children with crossing the street while going to/from school.
• Stops and controls vehicular traffic at designated crossing to allow children to cross safely;
• Controls children using the crossing to assure that they conform to traffic regulations;
• Takes appropriate action with children who fail to cooperate and reports such action to immediate
  supervisor;
• Reports motorists who fail to observe safe motor vehicle operation in school crossing zone;
• Checks traffic signals for proper operation; reports malfunctions;
• Directs traffic when necessary; stops traffic to allow school bus to enter and exit school property;
• Direct street crossings for parades and other special events as needed;
• Performs related tasks as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS::
Thorough knowledge of traffic regulations; general knowledge of school locations and traffic patterns; ability and willingness to work in inclement weather throughout the year; ability to follow oral and written instructions; dependability; courtesy; tact.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials. Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER