Job Details
Salary: $15.81 - $24.53 Hourly
Location : New Castle, DE
Job Type: Regular Part-time
Job Number: 1100Feb2023
Department: Public Safety
Opening Date: 02/09/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
New Castle County School Crossing Guards work part-time from 7 to 9 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. (actual times may vary by 10-15 minutes), with adjustments for early dismissal days.
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at
New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Directs traffic by hand signals or operation of traffic light in conjunction with the movement of children to and from school; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs specialized work in the control of traffic in conjunction with the movement of children to and from school within New Castle County, excluding the City of Wilmington, and is limited to those hours when school is opening, recessing, closing, or summer school hours. General supervision is received from the School Crossing Guard Supervisor. Employees are generally hired as a substitute and are placed in permanent assignments as vacancies become available. Applicants for this position must have their own transportation.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
- Controls traffic by hand or traffic lights at designated crossing to allow children to cross safely;
- Controls children using the crossing to assure that they conform to traffic regulations;
- Reports children who fail to cooperate;
- Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Some knowledge of traffic regulations; ability and willingness to work in inclement weather throughout the year; a liking for children; ability to communicate courteously and effectively; ability to follow oral and written instructions; mental alertness and ability to react quickly and properly in an emergency; courtesy; tact; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least one year work experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; on-the-job training will be provided.
CONTACT INFORMATION School Crossing Guard Unit
302-###-####
Personal Leave: Upon completion of the probationary period, 24 hours is provided each January to be used for personal leave or illness.
Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of $10,000.
Pension: Mandatory participation unless over age 60 at the time of hire or before contributions start (6 months after date of hire). Pension contributions are $10 per biweekly pay period.
Deferred Compensation Plan:Optional employee contributory plan available.
Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, fitness center, and an employee work life assistance program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.
Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care) are also available at an additional cost to the employee.
Union Affiliation: IBEW Local 2270; mandatory dues in the amount of $25 per month plus a $27 initiation fee.
Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) ###-####.