Crossing Guard - Florence ISD (TX) : Job Details

Job Title: Crossing Guard Exemption Status/Test: NonexemptReports to: Director of Maintenance Date Revised: August 1, 2024Dept./School: MaintenancePrimary Purpose:Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.Qualifications:Special Knowledge/Skills:Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulationsAbility to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazardsAbility to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adultsAbility to read, understand, and follow written instructionsEducation/Certification:Valid Texas driver's licenseExperience:NoneMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Assist children and other community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attirePosture: Prolonged standingMotion: Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reachingLifting: Light lifting (less than 15 pounds)Environment: Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfacesMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under pressure; work with frequent interruption; may work alone