This is supervisory field work at various public school locations in a school crossing guard program.

Employees in this class are responsible for supervising and monitoring the performance of non-sworn, unarmed civilian employees, assigned to guard school children while enroute to and from school at designated locations throughout Miami-Dade County. Responsibilities include conducting field observations and inspections of assigned posts for adherence to school crossing guard program directives, departmental dress code and public relations requirements. Duties require independent judgment in the supervision of subordinate civilian employees through conferences, personal observations and inspections at assigned locations. Supervision is received from an administrative superior who establishes schedules and reviews work for adherence to departmental policies and procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Supervises the activities of unarmed civilian employees with no arrest powers who are engaged in safeguarding children while enroute to and from school at designated intersections throughout Miami-Dade County; observes performance, personal appearance and attitudes toward the general public; provides advice and assistance when necessary and reports attendance habits to an administrative superior; assists in the development and implementation of in-service training programs.

Reviews work of subordinate employees through personal observations, conferences and inspections of assigned posts for adherence to departmental regulations and conformity with the operating procedures of the school crossing guard program; provides written reports of program activities as required.

Monitors assigned posts to assure adequate coverage at each site; monitors subordinate schedules to assure continuity of coverage at each site.

Inspects equipment and appearance of uniformed guards on a daily basis.

Serves as departmental contact with school board administrators as required.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices and procedures.

Knowledge of departmental regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the method of crossing streets in a safe manner.

Knowledge of public relations principles and techniques.

Some knowledge of the sources and availability of current information relating to public school scheduling, pedestrian safety, and other related issues.

Ability to supervise the work of subordinate employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively, and prepare accurate reports of field work activities.

Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.

Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

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