Crossing Guard
Boost your chances before you apply.
City of Hendersonville
Hendersonville, NC, US
Summary
The crossing guard is responsible for ensuring the safety of pedestrians, particularly students, while crossing streets near schools. They must monitor traffic conditions and provide professional, courteous service to citizens and visitors.
Job Description
Work Monday through Friday for about 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes in the afternoon, as school starts and ends. The times are somewhere between the hours of 07:25-08:30AM and 2:25-3:30PM on school days.
Duties:
1. Will have the responsibility of escorting young children across streets, stopping traffic as necessary.
2. Will have to familiarize themselves with basic traffic control signals and successfully apply them.
3. Must be at prescribed location at least five minutes before the start of school and the end of the school day.
Qualifications:
1. Must be able to work in a courteous manner with the public, especially young children.
2. Must be in observant and alert.
3. Must be able to turn, stand for 30-40 minutes at a time, bend at the knees, lift and push up to 50 pounds, move arms in multiple directions.
4. Good eyesight and hearing are very important.
5. Must be able to withstand inclement weather.
The City of Hendersonville is located in Henderson County, North Carolina. Hendersonville consisting of six square miles and multiple historic districts, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and sits between the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains, 22 miles south of Asheville, NC. With an altitude of 2200 feet above sea level, the region provides wonderful year-round recreational opportunities. The City is home to over 14,000 residents and operates under a Council- Manager form of government. A thriving Hendersonville Historic Downtown district, and member of the NC Main Street Program, Hendersonville is host to a variety of businesses, festivals and activities throughout the year. This beautiful mountain community strives to maintain its quality of life for year-round residents as well as the seasonal influx of tourists in Fall and Summer.
The goal of the Hendersonville Police department is to make Hendersonville a great place to live, visit, shop, and dine, and to provide professional, courteous law enforcement services to our citizens and visitors.
Hendersonville is a vibrant mountain city where the government and citizens work together for a high quality of life. Whether you are starting your career or have years of training and professional experience, the City of Hendersonville offers opportunities to work in an inviting and picturesque community alongside peers who embody the motto ‘One Team, One Goal, Mountain Excellence.’
Hendersonville, NC is located amidst the majestic mountains of the Southern Appalachians and is known as ‘The City of Four Seasons’ thanks to a mild and varied climate that offers diverse recreational opportunities year-round. It is the county seat and commercial hub of Henderson County with more than 14,000 residents. Situated only 25 miles from Asheville, NC and 38 miles from Greenville, SC, Hendersonville provides a balance between the cultural, shopping, and entertainment offerings of a larger city with a small-town charm that is perfect for growing roots and doing life.
The City operates under a council/manager form of government. Hendersonville City Council prioritizes economic vitality, financial sustainability, great public services, numerous amenities, sound infrastructure, and strong community partnerships. City Council values the approximately 300 employees who strive to make Hendersonville a great place to live, work, and visit.
Hendersonville is home to scenic hiking trails, gorgeous waterfalls, the State Theater of North Carolina, and the Carl Sandburg National Historic site. A strong school system and health care infrastructure combined with a variety of culinary eateries, breweries, cideries, and wineries provide something for everyone. Outdoor adventures abound at DuPont State Recreational Forest, about 20 minutes from downtown, and nearby Pisgah National Forest which offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, and fishing opportunities.
To learn more about career opportunities at the City of Hendersonville, visit www.hendersonvillenc.gov/jobs.
Founded
1847
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Hendersonville, NC
Hendersonville is a vibrant mountain city where the government and citizens work together for a high quality of life. Whether you are starting your career or have years of training and professional experience, the City of Hendersonville offers opportunities to work in an inviting and picturesque community alongside peers who embody the motto ‘One Team, One Goal, Mountain Excellence.’
Hendersonville, NC is located amidst the majestic mountains of the Southern Appalachians and is known as ‘The City of Four Seasons’ thanks to a mild and varied climate that offers diverse recreational opportunities year-round. It is the county seat and commercial hub of Henderson County with more than 14,000 residents. Situated only 25 miles from Asheville, NC and 38 miles from Greenville, SC, Hendersonville provides a balance between the cultural, shopping, and entertainment offerings of a larger city with a small-town charm that is perfect for growing roots and doing life.
The City operates under a council/manager form of government. Hendersonville City Council prioritizes economic vitality, financial sustainability, great public services, numerous amenities, sound infrastructure, and strong community partnerships. City Council values the approximately 300 employees who strive to make Hendersonville a great place to live, work, and visit.
Hendersonville is home to scenic hiking trails, gorgeous waterfalls, the State Theater of North Carolina, and the Carl Sandburg National Historic site. A strong school system and health care infrastructure combined with a variety of culinary eateries, breweries, cideries, and wineries provide something for everyone. Outdoor adventures abound at DuPont State Recreational Forest, about 20 minutes from downtown, and nearby Pisgah National Forest which offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, and fishing opportunities.
To learn more about career opportunities at the City of Hendersonville, visit www.hendersonvillenc.gov/jobs.
Founded
1847
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Hendersonville, NC
