Job Information
CITY OF SOUTH BEND Crossing Guard in South Bend, Indiana
TITLE
Crossing Guard
OPEN DATE
6/26/2024
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME
Part-Time
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING / NON-BARGAINING
Non-bargaining
DIVISION
South Bend Police Department
LOCATION
Police
REPORTS TO
Captain Herron
SCHEDULE
One hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon, Monday-Friday. Work all days when schools are in session.
PAY RATE
$20 per hour
DESCRIPTION
Salary -$20 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for the safe crossing of elementary school age children at designated intersections or crossing points before school and after school or as directed by Crossing Guard Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Not applicable.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists children in crossing streets at assigned locations.
- Drives to various locations as directed to control student crossings.
- Keeps a daily count of children crossing at corner/intersections; acts in a firm, but courteous and polite manner to children, as well as passing motorists.
- Reports any suspicious activity or disregard for crossing by motorists or passersby to Crossing Guard Supervisor.
- Coordinates work schedule with Crossing Guard Supervisor.
- Participates in required Police Department training.
NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Performs other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as delegated.
EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:Minimal education required.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:
- Must be able to deal effectively with children and general public.
- Must provide own transportation.
- Ability to walk and raise a ten (10) pound sign and light are necessary to perform duties.
CERTIFICATES, LICENCE, REGISTRATION:Valid Drivers License
EQUIPMENT:Sign, light.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is done in an outdoor environment. Inclement weather is often encountered; cold, ice, snow, rain and darkness are often present during work periods.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Background check
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
EOE STATEMENT
EOE/ADA Statement
The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contac the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).