Traffic Controller

Traffic Controller

Job Description:

Clover School District is looking for safety conscious individuals to join our school traffic control team. This is a part time job working a 1-2 hour shift in the morning before school starts and a 1-2 hour shift in the afternoon after school is out on all days school is in session.

Traffic Controllers are responsible for the assistance of school bus vehicles and student parent vehicles into and out of assigned schools. This involves assessing traffic flow and directing vehicles in order to give buses and parent vehicles the ability to enter/exit school locations with a minimum amount of wait time.

Essential Functions:

• Assess and maintain traffic patterns and control in assigned work location
• Direct movement of traffic through school entrances/exits using sign and hand signals
• Manage the placement, movement and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices
• Be kind and courteous to the traveling public/pedestrians
• Be punctual and consistent in their scheduled duty times and attendance
• Possess flexibility to perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a willingness to stand in an appropriate area of the road/highway to effectively direct school peak time traffic situations. This includes directing either parental automobile vehicle traffic location for the drop-off/pick up of children, or the school bus entrance/exit location.
• Possess a commitment to attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, repetitively hold signs and/or flags, have the ability to use and raise arms to chest height in order to direct traffic.
• Must be physically able to move and place any signage in the appropriate location.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Adhere to all regulatory, district and departmental policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions including wind, rain, cold, snow, heat, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and move traffic equipment (cones, signs, barricades).
• Visual and auditory ability to identify potential hazards in traffic situations.
• Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies or traffic safety concerns.

Terms of Employment:

180 Days; Salary based on district Salary Scale for Bus Driver

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

Clover School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, students, and applicants.

Revised 9/2025