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School Crossing Guard - posted August 17, 2021

The City of Bedford Heights is now accepting applications for School Crossing Guards.
Interested parties should apply on the city’s website:
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Major Duties:
A school guard uses automated or hand-held signs, controls traffic and directs children safely crossing streets in route to and from schools.
 
Major Responsibilities:
  1. Regular and predictable attendance.
  2. Maintain the trust, faith, and confidence of members of the Department, school administrators, children and parents in the community.
  3. The ability to exercise rational decision making in the event of an emergency (e.g., child becomes injured or ill).
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:      
  1. At least 18 years of age.
  2. High school diploma or experience and/or relevant education.
  3. Any equivalent combination of training or education and progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience necessary to perform the work.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
  • Ability to work under various weather conditions
  • Ability to understand, carry-out and deliver verbal and written directions pertaining to a job assignment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with children and the general public.