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Public Services Urban Services
nPart time
nJR6272
nPosition Title:
nSchool Crossing Guard - Hourly
nJob Description:
nStreet crossing guard at school crossings during hours when children are going to or coming from school. Directs actions of children and traffic at street intersections to ensure safe crossing. Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and reports infractions to Crossing Guard Coordinator. May escort children across street. Place traffic cones at designated points before going on duty and remove signs at end of shift.
nAbout the team:
nThe Public Services Urban Services Division enhances the safety and accessibility for residents and visitors of Salt Lake City by ensuring ordinances and laws are observed to keep people safe. They also help keep public spaces like downtown, Sugar House, and North Temple clean and well-maintained. Applicants for roles within the Urban Services Division can expect to maintain a high level of personal and professional integrity while providing customer service to the public and internal customers.
nLearn more about working for this division in the Department of Public Services and working in Salt Lake City ( .
nPosition Hourly Rate:
n$19.49 /hr.
nKey Responsibilities:
nnnWorking at an assigned cross walk, as children arrive, take them safely across the street, watching traffic closely and stopping cars if necessary.
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nnObserve road traffic to determine best timing for road crossing; admit children into designated crossing locations; escort and assist children and pedestrians as needed to ensure safe crossing.
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nnControlling a STOP paddle effectively to provide approaching road users with a clear, fully direct view of the paddle’s stop message during the entire crossing movement.
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nnPrepare school crossing zone by placing warning cones in the street and turning on the flashing lights to ensure safety. When children are finished crossing, remove cones from street and turn off lights.
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nnInspect all crossing signage and street conditions for damage and notify proper authorities so the problem can be addressed immediately.
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nnMonitor behavior of children and educate children regarding traffic safety procedures.
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nnProcess is repeated twice daily when children travel to and from school.
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nnCommunicate all safety hazards to the Crossing Guard Coordinator.
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n nMinimum Qualifications:
nnnSome knowledge of local traffic laws and basic traffic safety.
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nnMust be able to see, hear, and quickly and accurately respond to emergency safety situations.
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nnAbility to communicate instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously.
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nnRegular and prompt attendance is required. You must be available during school hours within the Salt Lake City School District.
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nnAbility to work in all weather conditions.
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nnMay also be required to attend training outside of school crossing assignments.
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nnNeat appearance.
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nnAt least 18 years of age.
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n nPhysical Demands:
nnnLight Work:
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nnExerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
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nnPhysical demands are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.
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nnRequires walking or standing to a significant degree.
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nnRequires the ability to step on and off the curb.
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n nPhysical Requirements:
nnnThe ability to meet the physical demands defined above.
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nnCorrectable eyesight of at least 20/40 both eyes.
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nnField of Vision of 70° in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
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nnThe ability to recognize the colors of traffic signals and devices showing standard red, green, and amber.
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nnNOTE: Individuals forted to be color blind will be restricted to crossing intersections without traffic lights.
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nnDoes not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz with yr without a hearing aid.
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nnREF: Dictionary of Occupational Titles, Volume 11, Fourth Edition, Revised 1991 (371.SG7.010); Department of Transportation Regulations
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n nWorking Conditions:
nnnModerately physical activity. Required to stand and walk for extended periods up to an hour.
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nnExposure to changing weather conditions.
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n nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
nPOSITION TYPE
nPart-Time
nPOSITION SALARY RANGE
n$19.49
nDEPARTMENT
nPublic Services
nFull Time/Part Time:
nPart time
nScheduled Hours:
n20
nSalt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.
nWe value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.
nIf you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.
nSalt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.
nHealth & Wellness
nnnMedical insurance
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nnDental, vision, life insurance
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nnHSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)
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nnWellness clinic for employees & families
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nnRobust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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n nFinancial Perks
nnnTuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
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nnRetirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
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nnDiscounted pet insurance, legal services, and more
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nWe know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.
nnn12 vacation days to start
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nn12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
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nnUp to 80 hours personal leave annually
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nn6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
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nnBonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers
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n nOur Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at
nOr email:
nThe City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at .
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