School Crossing Guard

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for maintaining traffic, direction and pedestrian safety. The
employee is responsible for conducting traffic at an assigned post during hours when pedestrians
are entering or leaving schools and other activities via congested and busy streets. The work
requires exercising independent judgment and considerable vigilance with only occasional
direction from a supervisor. Street Crossing Guard positions are classified as non-competitive
positions when filled on a part-time or seasonal basis. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Assists and aids children and pedestrians when crossing streets. Directs traffic at intersections

and crosswalks. Slows down or stops vehicular traffic as needed. Instructs the younger children
in the proper procedures and precautions necessary in crossing a street safely.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:

• Working knowledge of the proper techniques of assisting in street crossing and traffic control.

• Working knowledge of first aid methods. Ability to be firm yet courteous with the public.

• Ability to get along well with children. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of

the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None.

The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. The City also complies with 31 CFR part 51. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Office of Human Resources at 315-448-8780 or personnel@syr.gov.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check and/or drug screen.