PT - School Crossing Guard - Police Department

• Escort and/or direct school children and other pedestrians across streets at designated crosswalks.
• Monitor traffic flow to identify potential hazards and ensure vehicles yield appropriately at designated crossings for students and other pedestrians.
• Use hand and verbal communication, high-visibility equipment, or other issued traffic control devices to safely control vehicle and pedestrian movement.
• Remain visible, alert, and attentive to environmental and traffic conditions at all times.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with children, parents, motorists, and school staff.
• Report unsafe driving behavior, hazardous conditions, or other problematic incidents to appropriate Ogden Police Department personnel.
• Arrive to the work-site on time and remain at an assigned location for the full duration of all scheduled shifts.
• Perform all duties in accordance with department policy and local, state, and federal law.
• Understand, follow, and behave in a manner consistent with the mission and vision statements of the Ogden Police Department.

• Knowledge of traffic laws and student/pedestrian safety regulations applicable to school zones.
• Ability to recognize and respond quickly to potentially hazardous traffic or environmental conditions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and composed in stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk short distances repeatedly, and work outdoor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to follow department policies and take direction from supervisory staff.
• Strong situational awareness and consistent attention to detail while on duty.
• Effective verbal communication skills and ability to act courteously and clearly with children, parents, motorists, and school personnel.

• Duties are performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including rain, show, wind, ice, and extreme heat or cold.
• May be exposed to vehicle emissions, road and traffic noise, and other environmental hazards typical of school crossing zones.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Must be able to safely walk and stand on uneven, wet, icy, or otherwise potentially hazardous ground surfaces commonly found near crosswalks and roadways.
• Must be able to maintain balance while standing or walking for extended periods, including on curbs, uneven surfaces, and/or in adverse weather conditions.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to accurately judge vehicle speed and distance, recognize/read traffic signals and signs, and ensure safe conditions before assisting or allowing students or other pedestrians to cross a roadway.
• Must have adequate hearing ability to detect and accurately discern/understand approaching vehicles, audible warnings (e.g., horns, sirens), and verbal communication in a noisy environment.
• Must have the physical ability to quickly respond to unsafe conditions for the purpose of preventing accidents or injuries.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and otherwise manipulate traffic control equipment weighing up to 10 pounds, including (but not limited to) hand-held signs and traffic cones. Applicants must also be able to carry, push, pull, and move objects required as needed for on-the-job snow removal. Snow removal may be required for crosswalks and sidewalks to ensure safe walkways.
• Position involves split shift scheduling and requires flexibility in availability.

Ogden, UT