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Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

School Crossing Guard

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What they do

A Crossing Patrol Guard is a vehicle traffic manager normally stationed on busy roadways to aid pedestrians or manage the movement of vehicles. They are often employed to assist around schools, events, or construction work.

$33,898 / year median in Tennessee

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Description Directs actions of children and traffic at street intersections and school entrances to ensure safe crossings; monitors and enforces school zone speed limits. This position is a non-supervisory classification and receives limited supervision, consulting with Field Supervisor on unusual situations. Candidates must be able to think and react independently to various situations.
Work Hours:
Three hours per school day; early morning and afternoon. Specific hours are determined when assigned to school On occasion, may be required to work special assignments. Incumbent works 10 months out of the year. Typical Duties Patrols street crossings and school entrances during hours when children are going to and coming from school Directs the actions of children and traffic Escorts children across the street Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding the school zone speed limit Places and removes caution signs and cones Cautions drivers of speeding vehicles by use of whistle and/or hand signals The work requires some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities. The work requires standing for long periods of time.
EQUIPMENT USED
Traffic cones Whistle Hand-held stop sign Safety vest Department-issued uniform Minimum Qualifications Must be of good moral character and reputation. Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note:
Per Metro Ordinance No.
SO94-1078.
All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Employees must pass a pre-employment physical exam Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to communicate effectively Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
Additional Information :
The Police Department's School Crossing Guard division will contact selected candidates for interviews.
  • All employees of the MNPD are required to pass an extensive background check
  • For ADA Accommodation Requests contact: 862-5167 We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Full-time, Civil Service positions
  • 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety
  • Sworn and Civilian positions
  • 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions
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