Crossing Guard

Posting Date: June 13, 2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
Email your resume, cover letter, and town application to: CAREERS@BRANFORD-CT.GOV

Job: Crossing Guard
Department: Police
Location: Varies (schools, churches, beach)
Union/Affiliation: N/A
Employment Type: Part Time Hourly
Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: Up to 19 hours per week
Pay Rate: $20.73/hour

Job Summary:
The purposes of this position is to perform a variety of non-sworn duties in the enforcement in guidance and control of vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic at places such as schools, churches, crossings, beaches, and Town events.
• Monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which pedestrians/students can cross streets
• Direct or escort pedestrians/students across streets, stopping traffic as necessary
• Direct traffic movement or warn of hazards, using signs, flags, lanterns, and hand signals
• Learn the location and purpose of street traffic signs within assigned patrol areas
• Discuss traffic routing plans and control point locations with superiors
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the latest traffic and parking regulations
• Assists other departments as needed to promote a team effort to serve the public

Supervision:
• Works under the general direction of the Detective in charge of Traffic

Qualifications:
• Must have a valid CT Driver’s license
• Complete training in traffic control and parking enforcement
Knowledge & Ability:
• Knowledge of local streets and roadways in Branford
• Local traffic and parking regulations
• Good problem solving skills; including effective verbal communication skills
Job Environment:
• Work is most often performed in assigned locations and requires working in all types of weather

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.