Crossing Guard (PDF)

Summary

Employment OpportunityTown of LexingtonWe are currently accepting applications for the part-time position of:Crossing GuardLexington Police DepartmentHourly Rate: $30.88Responsibilities* Crossing Guards shall not direct traffic in the traditional sense but should assistwith pedestrians crossing and vehicles exiting or entering the school property.* Ensure the safety of children crossing the street on their way to and from school.* Act as a visible reminder to drivers to slow down and be cautious in school zones.* Help maintain a safe environment for pedestrians* Set a positive example of safe pedestrian behavior for children and other members ofthe community.Requirements* Must be able to stand for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions* Must be punctual; the safety of children coming to and from school depends onyour being in your assigned location on time* Ability to independently move between work sites, including unexpectedreassignments* Commitment to safety* Genuine love for helping peopleDuties* Monday through Friday (Maximum 7.5 hours per week)* Hours are based on school academic calendar. When school is not in session, no hourswill be available* Two 45-minute shifts; one in the morning and another in the afternoon* Specific shift times dependent on assigned location* Morning start times range from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m.* Afternoon start times range from 2:25 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.* Opportunity for summer workBenefits* Uniform provided (Stop sign, safety vest, white gloves)* Five sick days at the start of every school year (Carry over up to 25 days)* Three personal days at the start of every school year (Must use by end of academic year)*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled asdefined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential jobfunctions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to bedetermined by management on a case-by-case basis.Application ProcessAll applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available on the Town's website,by emailing , calling , or visiting the Human ResourcesDepartment.Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information but cannotserve as a substitute for completing the required application form.If you have any questions, or need help accessing digital application materials, contactTraffic Bureau Supervisor, Annmarie Kelleher at .Applicants may be asked to participate in one or more in person interviews.The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or acceptapplications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community.*A Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) screening is required. *Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the:Human Resources Department, Town of Lexington1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420

Job Description

Employment OpportunityTown of LexingtonWe are currently accepting applications for the part-time position of:Crossing GuardLexington Police DepartmentHourly Rate: $30.88Responsibilities* Crossing Guards shall not direct traffic in the traditional sense but should assistwith pedestrians crossing and vehicles exiting or entering the school property.* Ensure the safety of children crossing the street on their way to and from school.* Act as a visible reminder to drivers to slow down and be cautious in school zones.* Help maintain a safe environment for pedestrians* Set a positive example of safe pedestrian behavior for children and other members ofthe community.Requirements* Must be able to stand for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions* Must be punctual; the safety of children coming to and from school depends onyour being in your assigned location on time* Ability to independently move between work sites, including unexpectedreassignments* Commitment to safety* Genuine love for helping peopleDuties* Monday through Friday (Maximum 7.5 hours per week)* Hours are based on school academic calendar. When school is not in session, no hourswill be available* Two 45-minute shifts; one in the morning and another in the afternoon* Specific shift times dependent on assigned location* Morning start times range from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m.* Afternoon start times range from 2:25 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.* Opportunity for summer workBenefits* Uniform provided (Stop sign, safety vest, white gloves)* Five sick days at the start of every school year (Carry over up to 25 days)* Three personal days at the start of every school year (Must use by end of academic year)*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled asdefined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential jobfunctions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to bedetermined by management on a case-by-case basis.Application ProcessAll applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available on the Town's website,by emailing , calling , or visiting the Human ResourcesDepartment.Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information but cannotserve as a substitute for completing the required application form.If you have any questions, or need help accessing digital application materials, contactTraffic Bureau Supervisor, Annmarie Kelleher at .Applicants may be asked to participate in one or more in person interviews.The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or acceptapplications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community.*A Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) screening is required. *Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the:Human Resources Department, Town of Lexington1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420