The purpose of this position is to guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at school intersections to facilitate safe pedestrian crossing.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

• Successfully completes all assignments to specifications, within specified time-frame and budget as directed and in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
• Escorts pedestrians safely across streets.
• Places and removes signs marking the location of the crossing.
• Signals traffic to stop/resume using hand and/or electronic signal devices.
• Advises pedestrians of violations, dangers, and possible fines of offense(s).
• Records pertinent information of violator(s) and reports the incident, in writing, to supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of a 10th grade education required and
• Must be able to work specific hours in the morning and afternoon and
• Current valid Florida driver license or valid Florida ID

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to stand for the duration of each shift (up to an hour) while at an assigned crossing.
• Ability to remain aware of and alert to a variety of environmental factors such as moving vehicles and weather.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make rapid decisions relating to speed and distance of multiple vehicles, traffic signal cycles, and pedestrian traffic.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations pertaining to school and pedestrian crossings.
• Knowledge of traffic control devices and hand control signals used in directing traffic.
• Skill in interacting with the public, especially children.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Riviera Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Riviera Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.