LES Traffic Controller/Crossing Guard

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for directing traffic and helping children cross streets at an assigned post during hours when pupils are going to, and returning from, school. Incumbents are responsible for safely escorting children across streets or intersections. Work is generally performed independently with occasional direction from a superior.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: The typical work activities listed below, while providing representative examples of the variety of work assignments in the title, do not describe any individual position. Incumbents in this title may perform some or all of the following, as well as other related activities not described. Directs vehicular traffic; Assists children crossing streets; Instructs children concerning proper crossing places and precautions to be taken when crossing streets.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Ability to be firm and courteous with the public; ability to get along well with children; alertness; and maturity

Hours are 7:00am-8:15am and 2:00pm-3:00pm