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  • Crossing Guard-Floater

  • City of Kenosha
  • Kenosha, Wisconsin 53142 United States View Map

Summary

General Overview of Position Individuals who are hired will work during the school year, approximately 10 - 15 hours per week. The eligibility list developed from this recruitment will be used to fill both floater positions (assigned to various corners) as well as permanent corner positions. The duties of a School Crossing Guard are to safely direct pedestrians at school crossings and other related duties as required. This is a seasonal position that is occupied only during the public school year in the City of Kenosha. The primary responsibility of the School Crossing Guard is the safety of school children crossing the streets and intersections as they proceed to and from school. The Crossing Guard must report to his/her assigned post at a predetermined time before the morning and afternoon school sessions begin and remain on duty until the respective sessions end. The School Crossing Guard will only be paid for sessions worked. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Requirements Training and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to arrange for transportation to assignments.Availability by telephone.Ability to use good judgment.Ability to deal effectively and courteously with people of all ages.Prior experience working with children is desired, but not necessary to apply for this position.Physical Requirements No physical, mental or emotional conditions which could adversely affect their ability to perform the essential duties of the job.Vision correctable to 20/40.Ability to pass a hearing examination.Physical stamina to endure standing for extended periods of time, often under inclement weather conditions.Environmental Requirements Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.Other Requirements Ability to furnish their own transportation.No felony conviction substantially related to the job.Method of Selection Applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written and/or oral exams may be given to determine if the applicant has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Rules.City Of Kenosha Summary Of Benefits For Part-Time School Crossing Guards Crossing guards are classified as regular part-time employees and are covered under the Rules & Regulations of the City of Kenosha's Civil Service System. Some employees may be eligible for benefits based upon hours worked per year. Not all employees will be eligible for the benefits listed below.Wages The wage range for the school crossing guard classification is set by a compensation plan approved by the City of Kenosha. The wage rates for this position are divided into five (5) steps. Employees start at the first step (Step A), and receive a pay increase to the second step (Step B) after satisfactory completion of a one year probationary period. Subsequent step increases, if any, are awarded at one (1) year intervals (based on seniority date) until the maximum wage of the job classification is reached.Direct Deposit Payroll is made by direct deposit for all employees. Employees must designate a checking or savings account (of their choice) at the time of hire. Salaried employees are paid on the 15th and last day of each month. Hourly employees are paid weekly on Fridays for the hours worked in the previous work week (Sunday - Saturday).Pension Employees who meet Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) eligibility requirements are enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and are required to contribute one-half of the yearly pension contribution percentage as determined by WRS. The City contributes the other half of the total required amount into the employee's retirement account. The current contribution rate for non-represented (general) employees is 14.4%. The total contribution is calculated based on gross wages paid to the employee for each pay period.Life Insurance Term group life insurance coverage is provided to employees who participate in the WRS through the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Life Insurance Program. Coverage amount is based on annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000. The premium for Basic Plan coverage is paid by the City for active employees. Additional coverage and/or supplemental levels of coverage are available to employees at their own expense. Coverage becomes effective on the first of the month following thirty (30) days from the date of hire.FICA Alternative Those employees not expected to meet the hours requirement set by the WRS to qualify for the pension program are required to participate in a FICA Alternative Program.Your earnings from this job may not be covered under Social Security. When you retire, or if you become disabled, you may receive a pension based on earnings from this job. If you do, and you are also entitled to a benefit from Social Security based on either your own work or the work of your husband or wife, or former husband or wife, your pension may affect the amount of the Social Security benefit you receive. Your Medicare benefits, however, will not be affected. The Social Security Administration Form 1945 explains the potential effects of two provisions in the Social Security law for workers who also receive a pension based on their work in a job not covered by Social Security.Uniform Allowance Crossing guards are provided a uniform allowance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

General Overview of Position Individuals who are hired will work during the school year, approximately 10 - 15 hours per week. The eligibility list developed from this recruitment will be used to fill both floater positions (assigned to various corners) as well as permanent corner positions. The duties of a School Crossing Guard are to safely direct pedestrians at school crossings and other related duties as required. This is a seasonal position that is occupied only during the public school year in the City of Kenosha. The primary responsibility of the School Crossing Guard is the safety of school children crossing the streets and intersections as they proceed to and from school. The Crossing Guard must report to his/her assigned post at a predetermined time before the morning and afternoon school sessions begin and remain on duty until the respective sessions end. The School Crossing Guard will only be paid for sessions worked. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Requirements Training and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to arrange for transportation to assignments.Availability by telephone.Ability to use good judgment.Ability to deal effectively and courteously with people of all ages.Prior experience working with children is desired, but not necessary to apply for this position.Physical Requirements No physical, mental or emotional conditions which could adversely affect their ability to perform the essential duties of the job.Vision correctable to 20/40.Ability to pass a hearing examination.Physical stamina to endure standing for extended periods of time, often under inclement weather conditions.Environmental Requirements Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.Other Requirements Ability to furnish their own transportation.No felony conviction substantially related to the job.Method of Selection Applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written and/or oral exams may be given to determine if the applicant has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Rules.City Of Kenosha Summary Of Benefits For Part-Time School Crossing Guards Crossing guards are classified as regular part-time employees and are covered under the Rules & Regulations of the City of Kenosha's Civil Service System. Some employees may be eligible for benefits based upon hours worked per year. Not all employees will be eligible for the benefits listed below.Wages The wage range for the school crossing guard classification is set by a compensation plan approved by the City of Kenosha. The wage rates for this position are divided into five (5) steps. Employees start at the first step (Step A), and receive a pay increase to the second step (Step B) after satisfactory completion of a one year probationary period. Subsequent step increases, if any, are awarded at one (1) year intervals (based on seniority date) until the maximum wage of the job classification is reached.Direct Deposit Payroll is made by direct deposit for all employees. Employees must designate a checking or savings account (of their choice) at the time of hire. Salaried employees are paid on the 15th and last day of each month. Hourly employees are paid weekly on Fridays for the hours worked in the previous work week (Sunday - Saturday).Pension Employees who meet Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) eligibility requirements are enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and are required to contribute one-half of the yearly pension contribution percentage as determined by WRS. The City contributes the other half of the total required amount into the employee's retirement account. The current contribution rate for non-represented (general) employees is 14.4%. The total contribution is calculated based on gross wages paid to the employee for each pay period.Life Insurance Term group life insurance coverage is provided to employees who participate in the WRS through the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Life Insurance Program. Coverage amount is based on annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000. The premium for Basic Plan coverage is paid by the City for active employees. Additional coverage and/or supplemental levels of coverage are available to employees at their own expense. Coverage becomes effective on the first of the month following thirty (30) days from the date of hire.FICA Alternative Those employees not expected to meet the hours requirement set by the WRS to qualify for the pension program are required to participate in a FICA Alternative Program.Your earnings from this job may not be covered under Social Security. When you retire, or if you become disabled, you may receive a pension based on earnings from this job. If you do, and you are also entitled to a benefit from Social Security based on either your own work or the work of your husband or wife, or former husband or wife, your pension may affect the amount of the Social Security benefit you receive. Your Medicare benefits, however, will not be affected. The Social Security Administration Form 1945 explains the potential effects of two provisions in the Social Security law for workers who also receive a pension based on their work in a job not covered by Social Security.Uniform Allowance Crossing guards are provided a uniform allowance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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