School Crossing Guard Pinellas County Sheriff's Office United States, Florida, St. Petersburg Jul 27, 2026 Nature of Work Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill the vacancy of School Crossing Guard in our North County locations.
Schedule:
1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon per school assignment.
- Work only the 180 day school calendar
- Have summers and school holidays off
- PCSO nicotine/tobacco free policy does not apply to this position
- Uniforms and equipment are supplied
- Training is provided The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.
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 Physical 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
