Crossing Guard-PT

City of Mesquite Nevada

  • Mesquite, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • $16 Per Hour
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Description

Crossing Guard-PT

Salary

$16.00 Hourly

Location

695 Mayan Circle, Mesquite, NV

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

00397

Department

Police

Division

Crossing Guard

Opening Date

08/05/2026

Closing Date

8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Job descriptions/specifications are intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and are not intended to describe in detail all of the positions specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit managements rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

DEFINITION

Under the direct supervision of Police Administration, escorts school children across public streets as needed.

Examples of Duties

  • Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.
  • Set up and take down orange warning cones used in crosswalks to provide a safe avenue for school children.
  • Stops traffic by holding warning sign as high as possible over head.
  • Escort school children across streets at prescribed times of day.
  • Wear safety gear in performance of duty.
  • Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times.
  • Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

  • Dealing with the public, especially children
  • Laws pertaining to crosswalk usage

Ability to:

  • Wear safety vest when on duty
  • Put up and take down warning devices
  • Relate to public in positive manner
  • Deal positively with children
  • Act rational in stressful situations

Experience, Education, Training, Skill, License or Certificate:

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience: Customer Service Skills

License/Certificate: Must possess at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment a valid Nevada or "border state" drivers license, as defined by NRS 483.

Competencies:

Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.

Customer Service - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs.

Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in todays organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.

Functional/Technical - Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for organization.

Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.

Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and take action without being prompted. They dont wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.

Learning Agility - Effective performers continuously seek new knowledge. They are curious and want to know "why". They learn quickly and use new information effectively. They create and foster a culture of interest, curiosity, and learning.

Positive Impact - Effective performers make positive impressions on those around them. They are personable, self confident, and generally likable. They are optimistic and enthusiastic about what they do, and their excitement is contagious. They energize those around them.

Problem Solving/Decision Making - Effective performers are able to identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment. They isolate causes fr0m symptoms, and compile information and alternatives to illuminate problems or issues. They involve others as appropriate and gather information from a variety of sources. They find a balance between studying the problem and solving it. They readily commit to action and make decisions that reflect sound judgment.

Sensitivity - Effective performers value and respect the concern and feelings of others. In the workplace, this compassion translates into behavior that communicates empathy toward others, respect for the individual, and appreciation of diversity among team members and the public.

Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources, respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agenda as more important than local or personal goals.

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed under the following conditions:

Duties are performed outside where the employee is exposed to varying and extreme weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

Moderate physical exertion is present because of the need to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; frequent stooping, twisting, bending, kneeling, and reaching; vision to read printed materials, and hearing and speech to communicate in person. Must carry/lift/push or pull loads of up to 25lbs.

Job Hazards/Risk Factors:

Employee may risk physical hazard from high volumes of traffic which could create injury to employee or children.

Employer City of Mesquite (NV)

Department Police Address 695 Mayan Circle

Mesquite, Nevada, 89027

Phone 702-346-5262

702-346-6911

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mesquitenv

Numbers & Facts

LocationMesquite, NV

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