CROSSING

Job Title: School Crossing Guard

Department: West Haven Police Department / Traffic Division

Location: City of West Haven, CT

Employment Type: Part-Time / Seasonal

Reports To: Traffic Division Supervisor or Designated Officer

Position Summary:

The City of West Haven is seeking responsible, dependable individuals to serve as School Crossing Guards. This important public safety role ensures the safe crossing of children

and other pedestrians at designated school crossings. The Crossing Guard plays a critical role in helping maintain safety during peak school hours and in building trust with the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely assist children and other pedestrians in crossing streets at designated locations.
• Monitor traffic and ensure that all vehicles come to a complete stop before allowing pedestrians to cross.
• Follow established procedures to promote safety and efficiency.
• Report unsafe behavior or conditions (e.g., reckless driving, missing signage, inclement weather hazards) to appropriate authorities.
• Maintain a professional and approachable demeanor with students, parents, school staff, and the public.
• Be punctual and reliable in attendance, especially during school arrival and dismissal times.
• Wear and maintain city-issued safety gear (e.g., safety vest, stop sign paddle).
• Remain attentive and focused at all times while on duty.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, adults, and the general public.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and work in varying weather conditions.
• Must pass a background check and be cleared for working near school-aged children.
• Reliable transportation to assigned post location(s).

 Working Conditions:

• Outdoor work in all types of weather (rain, snow, heat, cold).
• Standing and walking for extended periods during shifts.
• Shifts are typically scheduled during school days, before and after school hours.

Compensation:

• This is a part-time, hourly position. Pay rate to be determined based on city policies.

General Guidelines:

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. 
• The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of West Haven is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer