Temporary Student Pedestrian Safety Attendant

Primary Purpose of Job & Essential Duties/Responsibilities

The primary function of this position is to ensure the safe passage of pedestrians in the downtown area on days with significant cruise ship visitation by guiding and monitoring pedestrian movement.

Essential Duties:

Detering jaywalking using verbal instruction, hand signs, or other traffic safety devices

Directing pedestrians to the nearest designated crossing

Making pedestrians aware of traffic safety rules and procedures

Providing assistance to downtown visitors

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to:

Work directly with the public to provide instruction, information, and assistance

Enforce rules in an assertive, professional, and respectful manner

Be outside in inclement weather conditions

Stand and walk for long periods of time

Pass a flagger certification exam and test paid for by employer

Minimum Qualifications & Other Job Requirements/Expectations

Minimum Qualifications

:

Must be 16 years of age or older

Must hold, or be able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hiring, Flagging Level 1 Certification through a State of Alaska DOT approved provider

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Working Conditions

Works outside on sidewalks in the downtown area

Generally works between 10AM and 4PM

Will be exposed to inclement weather conditions

Will be expected to work some weekends

Specific Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk on concrete and asphalt surfaces for prolonged periods of time

General Physical Requirements

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively

Sufficient vision and powers of observation which permits the employee to perform assigned tasks, follow traffic safety rules and protocols, and observe and act upon potential safety hazards

Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to function in pedestrian walkway and crossing environments