News · seen July 16, 2026
Crossing Guards Needed
The City of Pottsville currently has three available crossing guard positions located throughout the city and is seeking civic minded persons to support the safety and welfare of our community.
Essential Functions include requesting school children to wait at the curbing for safe crossing and while loading on or off the school bus; halts traffic by hand signal and/or stop paddle; alerts motorists of pedestrians using the school crossing; observes and reports any incidents or conditions that present a potential safety hazard to school children or the guard.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions require a crossing guard to stand for extended periods of time and be available to perform the essential functions during inclement weather.
Education/Training include any combination of training and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade in school. General knowledge of state and local traffic laws.
Requirements of Employment include: review of application, completion of mandated criminal background / child abuse clearance, and physical examination.
Please contact the Pottsville Bureau of Police Patrol Captain for additional information and assistance with the employment application.
Patrol Cpt.(570) 622-1234 ext. 1350