Lead Crossing Guard

Lead Crossing Guard

Salary

$41,163.20 - $43,451.20 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601280

Department

Family & Community Services

Division

FC-Crossing Guards

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

NU

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Position Summary

Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for school crossings; receive and disseminate information to appropriate office and/or agencies and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Supervise Crossing Guards assigned to specific area command locations.
• Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for school crossings.
• Plan, direct and participate in all aspects of work including logistics, analysis and closures of school crossings.
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work including proper traffic safety and safety techniques for crossing citizens and responsibilities for each crossing site.
• Oversee the work of Crossing Guards to ensure compliance with applicable traffic and safety protocol.
• Coordinate Crossing Guards to cover crossings that need to be operated due to personnel on leave and schools that are on lock down.
• Issue and track department property issued to Crossing Guards such as, Crossing Guard uniforms, traffic and safety equipment.
• Set-up and maintain office files and filing systems; ensure that timely documentation of a hours worked are submitted to the appropriate office.
• Conduct annual training for all Crossing Guards on best practices, cleanliness, proper crossing techniques, policy changes and additions.
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned itemize and requisition materials as required.
• Arrange, schedule and confirm appointments and meetings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, and

One (1) year of supervisory experience.

Crossing Guard experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Position requires: Background check, Pre-employment physical.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment, work outdoors in all climates.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting, sitting, walking, standing, and stepping for prolonged periods of time.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Albuquerque Police Department

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED? (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts)

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess crossing guard experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV