School Patrol Officer

Under general supervision, maintains the flow of traffic in the school zone to provide for the safety of children going to and from school; directs traffic to assure a safety and practical speed throughout the school zone; stops traffic as needed to maintain stability throughout the school period; and performs related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification.) Directs traffic through school zone and bus parking area; guides and assists children in crossing the street and in compliance with the traffic signals; maintains security of the children throughout the school zone area; helps the school buses to move through the school bus unloading area safely and without difficulty; directs the flow of traffic to reduce speed and increase awareness of the children. A high school diploma or GED PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This classification involves working with children and adults in school zones during morning arrival and afternoon departure of children in school zones. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of pre-employment and random drug testing. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: Knowledge of the types of situations which most often result in injury or death of children in school zones. Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the protection of children in school zones. Knowledge of methodologies used in the direction of traffic in school zones. Skill in maintaining one's personal and professional standards. Skill in interacting with adults entering school zones. Skill in using diplomacy while directing traffic in school zones. Skill in documenting traffic incidents involving school zone infractions.