School Crossing Guard
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Directs actions of children and traffic at street intersections and school entrances to ensure safe crossings; monitors and enforces school zone speed limits.This position is a non-supervisory classification and receives limited supervision, consulting with Field Supervisor on unusual situations.Candidates must be able to think and react independently to various situations.Work Hours: Three hours per school day; early morning and afternoon.Specific hours are determined when assigned to schoolOn occasion, may be required to work special assignments.Incumbent works 10 months out of the year.* Patrols street crossings and school entrances during hours when children are going to and coming from school* Directs the actions of children and traffic* Escorts children across the street* Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding the school zone speed limit* Places and removes caution signs and cones* Cautions drivers of speeding vehicles by use of whistle and/or hand signalsThe work requires some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities. The work requires standing for long periods of time.EQUIPMENT USEDTraffic conesWhistleHand-held stop signSafety vestDepartment-issued uniformMust be of good moral character and reputation.Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.* Employees must pass a pre-employment physical exam* Ability to follow oral and written instructions* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships* Ability to communicate effectively* Ability to lift up to 10 poundsAdditional Information:The Police Department's School Crossing Guard division will contact selected candidates for interviews.All employees of the MNPD are required to pass an extensive background checkFor ADA Accommodation Requests contact: 862-5167We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.