About this role
Cook County
Sheriff
Job Code: 1347
Job Title: Crossing Guard – Leyden Township
Salary Grade: ZZ
Department: Sheriff’s Police Department
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Position Details: Part-time / Civilian / non-merit ranked / internal & external candidates
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Probation Period: 12 months
Designation – SEAM EE: Not Applicable
Must live within a 15-minute driving radius of Mannheim Middle School
Characteristics of the Position
General Overview
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office seeks to hire part-time Crossing Guards to work under the supervision of the Cook County Sheriff’s Police Department. The Crossing Guard will be responsible for assisting and protecting school children crossing at a busy intersection to ensure the children cross the street properly and safely.
The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.) test certificate, be able to stand and walk for the entire shift without assistance, be able to tolerate exposure to all types of weather conditions and pass pre-employment processing, to include a background check.
The position of crossing guard is a part-time position and is paid at an hourly rate of $17.73 per hour. Additionally, the crossing guard is enrolled in and contributes to the Cook County Pension Fund during employment.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Ensure the safety of all children at assigned post.
Stop traffic to ensure the safety of school children and other pedestrians crossing at designated intersections.
Enter the intersection prior to the first child and remain there until the last is safely across.
Wear safety vest and use handheld stop sign to control traffic flow.
Signal to pedestrians indicating when streets are safe to cross.
Guide and assist children and other pedestrians across intersections.
Maintain order among children as they approach the intersection.
Report traffic violations to supervisor, providing information on vehicle's license number, make, and model.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Active listening skills.
Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively.
Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
Attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.) test certificate.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Required to be capable of be able to stand and walk for the entire shift without assistance, be able to tolerate exposure to all types of weather conditions.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must successfully pass pre-employment processing, to include a background check.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
Article EE, Civilian Recruitment and Selection Process, of the Sheriff’s Employment Action Manual (SEAM), applies to this employment process and can be found at the following link: https://www.cookcountysheriff.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/SEAM-Article-EE-Civilian-Recruitment-and-Selection-Process-10-17-19.pdf
Please note that there are no remote job opportunities, all positions are located onsite.
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office prohibits all unlawful discrimination in its hiring and promotional process.
All Cook County Sheriff’s Office employees must apply on the internal employment page to be considered; the application may be accessed via the SheriffNet site.
Note: All Internal Applicants are subject to Cook County Promotional salary rules if selected.
I Certify that no Political Reasons or Factors were considered in any decision I made or action I took related to this Employment Action. Further, I do not know of or have any reason to believe that anyone else considered or took action based on Political Reasons or Factors with respect to this Employment Action.
EEO Statement
At the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, we value and embrace you. It’s our belief that diversity and inclusion is an essential component to our success as an organization. Accordingly, we are committed to provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office policy applies throughout the employment relationship—including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, separation, and day-to-day practices. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office employment decisions will not be based on race, color and ancestry, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family or parental status, disability, medical history, genetic information, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. Employment decisions will be based on an applicant’s merit and qualifications, the position requirements, and our business needs.
Benefits
• Pension Plan – Employees contribute into the Cook County Pension Fund and earn a prescribed percentage for each year of service; employees may be eligible for an annual annuity after ten (10) years of service and upon reaching a certain age based on when the employee started employment.
Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace
It is the policy of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to provide a drug- and alcohol-free workplace for all members.
It is imperative that all Sheriff’s Office members are capable of devoting constant and uninterrupted attention to the performance of all assigned duties without risk to safety and security for themselves, other members, or the public. To ensure the goals of this policy are met, all Sheriff’s Office members shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing, whether mandatory, random, or based on reasonable suspicion.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. *
This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and/or medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification and ineligible for appointment to, or employment in, a position in the County service for a period of five years. For current Cook County Sheriff’s employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and ineligible for appointment to or employment in a position in the County service for a period of five years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (8) (18).
Sheriff’s Employment Action Manual (SEAM)
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office hiring process is governed by the Sheriff’s Employment Action Manual (SEAM) which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. Cook County Sheriff’s officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County Sheriff’s Director of Compliance. If the Cook County Sheriff’s Director of Compliance sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.”
The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the Cook County Sheriff’s Office hiring decision.
Other facts
About Cook County
Welcome to Cook County, IL, the second-most populous county in America with more than 5 million residents. We have long been a global beacon of opportunity and progress, driving ways to grow with our diverse residents, businesses, organizations, and universities.
Led by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, we take pride in running an open, honest, and efficient government that provides high-quality services to our dynamic center for culture, industry, and travel.
HOW WE WORK FOR COOK COUNTY
Our mission is driven by the Policy Roadmap, a five-year comprehensive policy which aims to foster safe, thriving, and healthy communities through six policy priorities:
• Promoting healthy families through access to community-based healthcare and other public health services;
• Promoting equitable economic and community development;
• Supporting the criminal justice system and the administration of court services;
• Ensuring that Cook County provides responsive, transparent services and develops a thriving workforce that reflects the communities served;
• Providing an innovative infrastructure that will change how we live, work and connect; and
• Supporting healthy, resilient communities that thrive economically, socially, and environmentally.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Innovative Leadership
• Transparency & Accountability
• Improved Services
What you'll do
- The Crossing Guard is responsible for assisting and protecting school children crossing at busy intersections. They will stop traffic to ensure the safety of children and guide them across the street.
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