Crossing Guard Coordinator- Part Time

Job Description

Full Hiring Range: $19.32– $24.16 hourly

Anticipated Hiring Range: $19.32 - $21.74 hourly

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law is intended to improve wage transparency. The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer). The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.

Job Summary

The Crossing Guard Coordinator is responsible for managing the recruitment, training, scheduling, and supervision of crossing guards to ensure the safe and efficient movement of students to and from school. This role serves as the primary liaison between schools, the community, law enforcement, and crossing guard personnel.

Minimum Requirements

Experience, Education, and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work early mornings and during peak school hours.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  
  

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,
  
  

AND

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
  
  

Preferred

• Previous supervisory experience, preferably in a public safety, education, or transportation setting.
• Familiarity with local traffic laws and pedestrian safety practices.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity with local, state, and federal traffic regulations related to school zones and pedestrian safety.
• Knowledge of basic emergency response and incident reporting protocols, especially in school or traffic-related scenarios.
• Understanding of recruitment, scheduling, supervision, and performance management principles.
• Knowledge of how to deliver effective training for adult learners, particularly related to safety and situational awareness.
• Understanding of administrative systems for tracking attendance, incidents, schedules, and compliance.
  
  

Travel

Approximately 10% flexible, local travel required.

Essential Functions

• Recruit, interview, and hire school crossing guards.
• Maintain adequate staffing levels at all designated crossing locations.
• Coordinate background checks and ensure all personnel meet eligibility requirements.
• Ensure all crossing guards are trained in accordance with local and state regulations.
• Prepare and manage daily and contingency work schedules.
• Arrange coverage for absenteeism or special events and serve as backup for unexpected absences.
• Ensure guards are equipped with proper uniforms and safety gear.
• Serve as the first point of contact for crossing guard concerns or incidents.
• Address complaints or conflicts from the community or school personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of personnel, attendance, training, and incidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Organize and delegate assignments to team members;
• Hiring, training, motivating and coaching employees;
• Evaluate employee performance and goal setting; Hold employees accountable for assigned task and goals;
• Provide timely and constructive feedback and training opportunities;
• Provide training opportunities with a focus on employee development;
• Resolve conflicts and complaints;
• Analyzing information and processes and develop more effective or efficient processes; Establishing and achieving business and financial objectives;
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Work Environment

• Frequently works both indoors (office setting) and outdoors (school crossing sites).
• Regular exposure to varying weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold while conducting field observations or training.
• May be exposed to traffic hazards and vehicle exhaust while working near busy intersections or roadways.
• Interaction with children, school personnel, municipal staff, and members of the public is routine.
• Must be available to work during early morning and mid-afternoon hours aligned with school arrival and dismissal times.
• Occasional travel between multiple school sites or administrative locations required within city/district boundaries.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while supervising or demonstrating crossing guard duties.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to signal traffic and carry equipment such as signs, radios, or safety cones.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly in noisy outdoor environments e.g., traffic-heavy areas.
• May be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 25 pounds e.g., safety gear, signage, training materials.
• Requires visual acuity to monitor traffic conditions and crossing activity safely and effectively.
• Must be physically capable of reacting quickly in emergency or hazardous situations.
  
  

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training .

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: [email protected] .

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.