School Crossing Guard - Streets Division - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (8201)

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary Exempt Category 16: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Part-Time School Term Only: The 8201 School Crossing Guard must be available to work a morning shift and an afternoon shift, approximately one and a quarter hours (1 ¼) per shift, for a total of about two and a half (2½) hours per day, which is an average of 12.5 hours per week. Shifts are between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., five days a week. Shift time and length will vary depending on assigned school. School Crossing Guards' assigned work locations and work hours may be changed to meet program needs.

Deadline to Apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Salary: $26.4875 to $29.1875 Per Hour

Note: Please attach a copy of your driver's license or learner's permit if possible.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of the SFMTA School Crossing Guard Program staff, the School Crossing Guard assists elementary and middle school students, children, youth and other pedestrians in crossing various streets and boulevards before school and after school.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

• Guides students and other pedestrians at intersections and holds them from crossing until it is determined to be safe.
• Holds traffic at designated intersections either by mechanical or hand signal in order to permit students, children, youth and other pedestrians to cross the street safely.
• When appropriate, escorts students through intersections; may instruct students, children, youth, parents, teachers, faculty, bicyclists, motorists and staff in the elements of safety.
• Observes and reports traffic issues and unusual incidents relating to pedestrian safety and student welfare to the authorities for appropriate action.
• Reports to school principal and/or School Crossing Guard staff, students disobeying instructions.
• Communicates with students, children, youth, pedestrians, teachers, bicyclists, motorists, and the general public.
• Remains alert of the surroundings and vehicles.
• Takes quick action to physically avoid traffic hazards for both crossing pedestrians and themselves.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature of Work:

Requires being in good physical condition including sight, hearing, and the ability to maneuver nimbly; continuous and unassisted standing and walking for extended periods of time, throughout shift, in all weather conditions; stepping up and down curbs; lifting and carrying handheld stop sign with wind pressure; wearing specialized uniform and weather gear; communicating in a clear manner; being timely, dependable and professional in carrying out assignments; continuous face-to-face contact and communication with students, children, youth, parents, faculty, bicyclists, motorists, staff, other pedestrians and the general public.