SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD 5059
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under supervision, an employee in this class controls the
traffic of an assigned area to ensure safe crossing for children and other
pedestrians. Work is performed in
accordance with state and local traffic rules and regulations. The incumbent is sometimes assigned to
crossings near churches, playgrounds, or other areas which have a great deal of
pedestrian traffic. Work is reviewed
through observation by members of the police force, the general public and
school personnel. Does related work as
required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Regulates
the directional flow of school children, pedestrian and vehicular traffic at an
assigned intersection or school crosswalk;
Reports
traffic incidents to police authorities for appropriate action;
Notes
unusual or suspicious occurrences or actions of individuals and alerts police
in cases of observed or suspected violations of laws and ordinances;
Observes
variations in traffic flow and general traffic conditions at assigned posts;
Reports
the extent to which crossing points are used by children and other pedestrians;
May place
caution signs at specified locations.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Working knowledge of state and local traffic rules and
regulations; ability to act quickly in emergency situations; ability to deal
with the children and public in a courteous and tactful manner; physical
condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a standard senior high school or
possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. For positions in the Suffolk County Police Department, there
will be a qualifying medical evaluation.
2. At the time of appointment, and during employment in this
title, employees may, dependent upon the needs and size of the school district
or municipal agency, be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor
vehicle in New York State.
R08/02/23
Non-Competitive