PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RESUME, PLEASE FILL OUT THIS AND ATTACH IT IN THE RESUME SECTION. APPLICATIONS CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING (REAR ENTRANCE DROP BOX), 555 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228. CONTACT SHARON KRONER AT 412-343-4540 WITH QUESTIONS.Mt. Lebanon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment based on competence, merit, performance, and business needs. We are committed to valuing the diversity of all individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other classification protected by law. Reasonable accommodations for the needs of otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office at 412-343-3625 or . All information requested through the application process is solicited for the purpose of determining abilities and skills required for proper job placement and to facilitate verification of the information requested.REPORTS TO: SCHOOL GUARD SUPERVISORGIVES DIRECTION TO: NONENATURE OF WORKThis position is held by civilians who are affiliated with the Police Department in a seasonal part-time, non-sworn capacity. Crossing guards are to assist in the safe crossing of all elementary and middle school-aged children at the post and assist other pedestrians.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Expedite the movement of children to and from school at assigned posts during gaps in traffic.
Assemble children and other pedestrians behind curb lines awaiting traffic lulls or signal changes.
Stop traffic and verbally instruct pedestrians to cross into the street allowing them to cross safely.
Instruct children in proper procedures for safe street crossing.
Report students who do not adhere to safe street crossing procedures to appropriate municipal officials.
Report any unsafe conditions or potential hazards at assigned post to supervisor.
Wear the entire school guard uniform.
Maintains regular and punctual attendance at designated post.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONSAttend appropriate training sessions/meetings as required.Performs all other work assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESAbility to deal effectively with a wide variety of situations and problems.Ability to clearly and diplomatically communicate with students and the public.Skill to safely operate a motor vehicle.REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or G.E.D., or equivalent combination of education and experience.Valid PA Driver’s License.Upon Hiring will need to pass background clearances & provide:PA State Police Criminal History ReportChild Abuse Clearance ReportFederal Criminal History ReportPHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee must continuously:
Stand and walk for up to two hours on various surfaces including asphalt, concrete, grass, and uneven ground.
Lift and hold a STOP paddle at shoulder height.
Use full arm and hand movements, carrying about five pounds and utilize required equipment necessary to accomplish their task.
Turn head and body to observe traffic and children approaching crosswalk.
Agility to lift both feet over curb and steps off curb; can react and move quickly to avoid vehicles
Speaks clearly and firmly to instruct pedestrians.
Tolerance for rain, fog, snow, sleet, ice, frequent extreme cold & heat, dryness, humidity, wind as well as noise, fumes, dust and mechanical hazards.
Vision to observe vehicles and pedestrians and potentially dangerous traffic situations.
Hearing to recognize vehicles, horns, children approaching from any direction.
Assist school children across a highway and maintain control of the post, including being alert and cognizant of multiple surroundings and ever changing conditions.
Wear the School Guard uniform and its variations.
Make decisions by recognizing and processing any combination of the above items.
The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.The physical demands described herein 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.This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.