Join American Fork City as a Part-Time Crossing Guard and play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our community's children. This onsite position offers you the unique opportunity to contribute positively to the daily lives of students as they navigate their way to and from school. With a starting pay of $15.60/hour, you will be compensated fairly for your commitment to safety and well-being. Your engagement will foster a secure environment, promoting confidence among children and parents alike. This role allows you to be an integral part of the American Fork community, making real-time impacts every day. Embrace the chance to make a difference while working in a forward-thinking atmosphere that values integrity and longevity. Apply today to become a guardian of our young learners! American Fork City: Our Mission American Fork City's mission is to provide excellence in service to residents, visitors, and business community to foster a high quality of life. Your day as a Crossing Guard As a Part-Time Crossing Guard with American Fork City, your primary responsibilities will include observing vehicular traffic and noting any violations to report to the Police Officer, as well as monitoring behaviors around school grounds for safety concerns. You will fulfill these duties during morning and after-school hours while school is in session. Your role involves operating flashing caution lights and setting up orange cones to alert motorists of students crossing, while also directing traffic and instructing children on safety procedures. Additionally, you will ensure the maintenance of crossing guard equipment, request necessary supplies, and submit accurate payroll time sheets. Effective communication with public safety officers and emergency response personnel is essential for reporting incidents and ensuring swift action when needed. Your contributions will be critical in fostering a safe environment for students as they travel to and from school. Does this sound like you? To excel as a Part-Time Crossing Guard with American Fork City, several essential skills and knowledge areas are required. A solid understanding of local traffic laws and basic traffic safety is crucial for ensuring the safe passage of children. Strong interpersonal communication skills are necessary, enabling you to effectively interact with students and convey instructions clearly. In addition, the ability to enforce traffic rules firmly yet kindly is vital for maintaining order in the crossing zone. Candidates must complete an approved School Crossing Guard Safety Training Course before beginning their duties and commit to attending yearly in-service training to stay updated on best practices and safety protocols. Basic first aid knowledge is also beneficial, equipping you to respond effectively in emergency situations. Your dedication to these skills will significantly contribute to a safer environment for our community's children. Knowledge and skills required for the position are: • Some knowledge of local traffic laws • basic traffic safety • and basic first aid. • Must have basic interpersonal communication skills and be able to communicate clearly with children. • Must have the ability to enforce traffic rules. • Must attend approved School Crossing Guard Safety Training Course before working a crossing. • Must attend yearly in-service training. Get started with our team! We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Don't wait - apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities. Let's work together to make great things happen!