Crossing Guard

DEFINITION

Monitors traffic at assigned locations to provide safe student escort across a roadway within a marked crosswalk to an assigned school.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Director of Transportation, or designee. May receive some guidance by school management. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Stops traffic to allow students and adults to safely cross the street. Assists students in crossing the street safely; Maintains cooperation of motorists at school crossings; reports reckless motorists or anyone creating an unsafe situation for students to school management. Maintains order of students; reports any students not following safety or school rules (behavioral problems) to school management. Provides adult supervision of students before they reach the school grounds. Supports and enforces district policies and regulations. Performs related duties as assigned. Click HERE to view complete job description. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Some experience working with children. Application Filing Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. An eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent electronically. Work Schedule This position typically work two (2) hours/day with potential split shifts, and observes the student calendar. Examination Testing procedures may consist of a written multiple-choice examination, and oral interview examination. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be required to take the exam and notified via email communication of the scheduled date, time, and location. A valid picture identification is required prior to admittance.

Tentative Test Date:

Week of May 18, 2026 (subject to change as necessary) Salary The initial salary rate for a new employee is at the first step of the appropriate salary schedule for the position. The probationary period is 130 work days (not counting sick, industrial accident). Upon becoming permanent, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with future annual advances up to the fifth step of the salary schedule. Holidays and Leaves Seventeen (17) paid holidays that fall within the work year, pursuant to the District's Collective Bargaining Agreement with California Schools Employees Association Chapter 296 (CSEA). Sick leave shall be granted in the proportion of daily hours worked. Vacation is earned at the prescribed rate as part of compensation, and does not become vested until after completion of the initial probationary period. Working Conditions This job is performed in an outdoor environment. Exposures to Inclement weather conditions; high winds, dust and/or pollens; road traffic, exhaust and noise from automobiles, buses, motorcycles, and emergency vehicles; noise from school bells, students and community. Physical Demands The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following demands: Standing and walking for extended periods; significant lifting, carrying and reaching above shoulders (stop sign); neck rotation; some bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, balancing, climbing (curbs, ramps), twisting at waist; manipulation/grasp of stop sign, whistle, cell phone, and writing instruments; see and hear in normal range with or without correction; speak to exchange information. ___________________________

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity. For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link: https://www.palmdalesd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4326699&type=d&pREC_ID=2532815 For further information regarding Palmdale School District's Personnel Sexual Harassment Board Policy, BP 4119.11, please click the following link: https://4.files.edl.io/c982/03/14/24/221235-151840c2-594e-486f-ad29-e288bcb5b8a8.pdf