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School Crossing Guard PT City of West Melbourne - 3.7 West Melbourne, FL Job Details Seasonal 5 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Military leave Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of the Patrol Division Commander or designee, this position is responsible for the safe and orderly crossing of school-age children in accordance with established rules and procedures and at an assigned location.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides assistance to children crossing streets and highways to and from schools. Maintains order by directing children to proper crossing areas and encourages behavior conducive to safe travel. Provides other types of assistance to children as needed. Attends to situations and/or conditions that could be potentially hazardous to pedestrians and/or motorists, and reports these conditions to the appropriate agency. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KSA'S

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Special Qualifications:

Valid Florida Driver's License with acceptable driving record. Certification as a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Certified Crossing Guard is required to be obtained. First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of local geography. Skill in effective communication. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions such as rain and/or heat. Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. This includes receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from superiors. Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in oral form. Ability to learn and be certified in laws pertaining to pedestrian and traffic movement from the Florida Crossing Guard Guidelines. Ability to learn and be certified in basic traffic signal operation from the Florida Crossing Guard Guidelines. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies, and to execute duties firmly, tactfully, and impartially. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, law enforcement officers, and the general public. Ability to maintain yearly School Crossing Guard certification as required by Florida Department of Transportation using the Florida Crossing Guard Guidelines.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The work is light work, which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities may be required:

Balancing:

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

Repetitive Motion:

Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Work is typically performed outdoors at assigned locations, where the employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and occasional inclement weather. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. The City of West Melbourne has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The City is an onsite employer. While limited remote or flexible scheduling may occasionally be available at management's discretion, all positions are based at City facilities and may be adjusted to onsite schedules at any time. The City of West Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of West Melbourne is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and transgender status), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The City of West Melbourne is a Drug-Free Workplace. The City requires all applicants who are provided a conditional offer of employment to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing as a condition of hire. A positive test result or refusal to test will result in withdrawal of the employment offer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of West Melbourne will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.