What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Crossing Guard position at Municipality of Bethel Park?
The Bethel Park Police Department is currently taking applications for School Crossing Guards for the 2024-2025 school year. This would be a part-time position that works under the direct supervision of the School Crossing Guard Sergeants, who then reports to the Administrative Lieutenant of the Police Department.
Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
- Assists elementary, intermediate, and high school children in crossing the street at designated intersections in a safe and orderly manner. The school crossing guard must position themselves in a highly visible and safe location and control traffic for the children’s safe crossing of streets and roads. Stand on the side of the street where the children approach if possible. The Guard, while at their assigned post, must remain in a position where they are easily observed by pedestrians seeking to cross the street and where they are able to observe anyone approaching the crosswalk. Crossing Guards may, during extremely inclement weather, use their vehicle for shelter if necessary. The safety of the children under their control is paramount.
- Oversees the safe conduct of children while waiting for the school bus and when exiting the school bus and dispersing.
- Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Regular Guards-$16.41/hour, Alternate Guards-$11.13/hour
- Uniforms, equipment, and training provided
- Sick Leave and Bereavement
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must be able to walk and stand for a minimum of 1 ½ hours in the morning and 1 ½ hours in the afternoon.
- Must have a working cell phone and valid email address
- Must have access to reliable transportation and possess a valid Pa. Driver’s License
- Applicant must complete all Act 34 and Criminal History Record Clearances as required prior to application (For more information contact 412-831-6800 x-102)
- Complete a Bethel Park application online
- Bethel Park residency not required but preferred
- Flexible to work a modified schedule, shift, or assignment location
- Schedules will occasionally vary to accommodate early dismissal days and school holidays
- The Guard must remain on their post for the full shift to receive payment for a shift worked
Salary : $11 - $16