School Crossing Guard Position Available In Pinellas, Florida
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Job Description
School Crossing Guard Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office $22.00/Hour United States, Florida, Largo 10750 Ulmerton Road (Show on map) Jun 16, 2025
GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to fill the vacancy of School Crossing Guard. Under the general direction of the School Crossing Regional Supervisor, performs work of routine difficulty in assisting school children and other pedestrian traffic across streets at designated intersections. Members are expected to maintain an alert attitude to prevent/avoid hazardous traffic situations. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.
SUPERVISES OTHERS
No Monitors the crossing of streets during the hours when children are going to and returning from school
Assures the safety of children who have to cross hazardous streets
Sets out cones in designated school zone areas
Assists in school safety programs
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary
QUALIFICATIONS
As outlined under Section 7D.03 of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Good physical condition, including sight, hearing, and ability to move and maneuver quickly in order to avoid danger from errant vehicles
Ability to control a STOP paddle effectively to provide approaching road users with a clear, fully direct view of the paddle’s STOP message during the entire crossing movement
Ability to communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously
Ability to recognize potentially dangerous traffic situations and warn and manage students in sufficient time to avoid injury
An overall sense of responsibility for the safety of students
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of basic traffic laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to school zones
Good physical condition and dependability
Interest in children’s safety
Ability to develop a positive relationship with children
Ability to command the respect of children
Ability to exercise mature judgment in emergencies
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
PHYISCAL ABILITIES
The physical abilities listed below are requirements to perform the essential functions and responsibilities Meet the minimum hearing and vision requirements as follows: Have 20/30 (or better) corrected vision
Must pass hearing with less than or equal to 40 decibels in each ear under the frequencies: 500hz, 1,000hz and 2,000hz Stand up to 1 hour per day
Walk up to 1 hour per day
Lift up to 10 lbs.
Bend, squat, reach, kneel and twist
Exposure to temperature extremes Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine-free during the length of employment. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE
www.pinellassheriff.gov Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com