Crossing Guards

DEFINITION

The Green River Police Department is accepting applications for Crossing Guards for the current and upcoming school years.

Under general supervision, Crossing Guards perform duties related to assisting children to safely cross the street to and from school.

SUPERVISION

• This position reports to the Patrol Captain at the Green River Police Department.
• This Crossing Guard position exercises no supervision over other positions.

Examples Of Important & Essential Functions Stop vehicular traffic on assigned street at assigned location to help children to safely cross to and from school.

Give instructions to children.

Communicate effectively with parents and school officials as necessary regarding safety issues.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements Knowledge of :

• Procedures for safely assisting children across the street.
• Pertinent traffic laws.

Skill To

• Perform assigned tasks properly and efficiently.

Ability To

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Provide own transportation to and from work site.

Education MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma, or equivalent is required .

Experience :

• One year of experience working with children and/or the public.

License Or Certification

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and grasp; lift up to 10 lbs.; and exposure to heat, cold, and outdoors.

Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation, DCI/FIB Fingerprint check, job-related physical exam, drug screening test and driver's license check. The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance. Part-time & Seasonal positions are not eligible for City-sponsored benefit plans.