School Crossing Guard

Introduction

Currently staffing Western Prince William County Positions only. Are you interested in a rewarding job that provides a significant service to the youth of Prince William County and the community? Then consider joining us! The Prince William County Police Department is seeking qualified candidates to work part-time as School Crossing Guards county wide. Make a difference in your community and still have time to enjoy other pursuits. Receive on the job training and paid leave. Uniforms will be provided.

To view our hiring standards click here.

To view a day in the life of a Crossing Guard and see how exciting and rewarding our day is watch the video below.

NATURE OF WORK This class is part of the Public Safety Support - School Job Family. Incumbents follow standard guidelines to maintain safety of children at intersections and crosswalks. Responsibilities may include guiding traffic; instructing children in crossing safely; and explaining rules to families.

Distinguishing Characteristics This position is responsible for maintaining intersection and crosswalk safety and guiding incoming traffic.

TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Monitors and maintains student safety in crosswalks and street intersections which may include: directing or escorting pedestrians across streets, stopping traffic as necessary; directing traffic movement or warn of hazards, using signs, flags, lanterns, and hand signals.
• Communicates traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults.
• Documents a variety of unsafe behaviors which may include vehicles disregarding traffic signals and/or any behavior that threatens the safety of school children or school officials.
• Prepares and maintains routine paperwork and reports detailing daily activity.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

KNOWLEDGE Crossing guard equipment and tools;

Basic public safety and security practices and procedures;

Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;

Customer service;

Report compilation techniques;

Computers and related software applications.

Skills Assisting patrons in crosswalks and street crossings;

Applying safety and security laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;

Providing customer service;

Using a computer and related software applications;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Discipline Specific Responsibilities Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.

LEVEL OF DECISIONS Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.

DIRECTION RECEIVED Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.

DIRECTION PROVIDED Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.

Minimum Education, Training And Experience Requirements 8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.

PREFERENCES High School Diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements

• Must satisfactorily complete in-house field training;
• Must possess valid driver's license;
• Must pass DMV record check, background investigation, credit check, employment physical, and hearing and vision screening;
• Must be proficient in the operation of motor vehicles and have suitable driving record.

Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require: balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Incumbents may be subjected to extreme temperatures.

NOTE The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

Please select the option that best reflects your highest level of completed education.

• Associate's Degree
• Some college
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• None of the above

02

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

03

Honesty and integrity are core values in police work. False statements, lying, knowingly providing inaccurate information, as well as, the misrepresentation of facts will not be tolerated. The information you provide below will be checked and validated. If this information is found to be false, it may lead to you being removed from the hiring process and REJECTED from further consideration.

• I understand and acknowledge the above standard in furnishing the most accurate information in the applicant hiring process with the Prince William County Police.
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

04

This position requires you to be 18 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?

• Yes
• No

05

Crossing Guards follow the school calendar and work from August through mid-June and do not work summer months except for limited summer school. Crossing Guards are not paid on days when school is not in session. Is this acceptable?

• Yes
• No

06

This part-time position requires you to be available Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30am to 9:30am and 2:30pm to 4:30pm. This position requires individuals to work outside in all weather conditions. Is this acceptable?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you able to work independently, in situations that could become confrontational?

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires standing for long periods of time, pivoting the body, and using your arms to direct traffic. Are you able to perform these functions?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you currently possess a valid state issued driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question