{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:41:09.138Z","occupation":{"soc":"33-9091.00","title":"Crossing Guards and Flaggers","group":"Protective Service","sector":"56","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers pedestrian and vehicular traffic control responsibilities performed by crossing guards and flaggers at school zones, street intersections, railroad crossings, and construction sites, ranging from entry-level supervised duty to program-level leadership and workforce development.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Pedestrian crossings — direct pedestrians across streets under close supervisor guidance at a designated school or intersection.","Stop-and-go hand signals — follow standard hand signal protocols to halt vehicle traffic under direct instruction at a supervised crossing site.","Traffic flow observation — monitor vehicular movement to identify basic safe gaps for pedestrian crossings with supervisor oversight.","Safety flags and signs — use handheld flags, signs, and lanterns to warn approaching drivers of a crossing zone as trained.","Crossing rules communication — relay basic traffic and crossing rules to students using simple spoken instructions at a school crossing.","Hazardous behavior recognition — identify and report unsafe pedestrian or student behavior to school officials following established reporting steps.","License plate documentation — record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and submit written notes to a supervisor for follow-up.","Personal protective equipment — wear high-visibility vest and appropriate gear consistently at every assigned crossing post.","Radio and verbal communication — use basic radio or verbal communication to relay crossing status to a supervisor during a scheduled shift.","Assigned post schedule — arrive at and depart from the assigned crossing station on time by referencing a posted or digital schedule."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Pedestrian escort procedures — independently escort groups of pedestrians, including children and elderly individuals, across busy intersections without ongoing supervisor direction.","Traffic gap selection — assess vehicle speed and volume to select appropriate crossing gaps for pedestrians during routine morning and afternoon rush periods.","Multi-modal traffic coordination — guide both vehicular and pedestrian traffic simultaneously at street intersections and railroad crossings with minimal oversight.","Construction site flagging — control one-lane traffic alternation at active construction zones using flags and communication with equipment operators.","Behavioral guidance communication — explain crossing safety rules and expectations clearly to students, parents, and adult pedestrians across a range of situations.","Infraction reporting — document and report repeated signal-disregarding incidents with accurate vehicle descriptions and license numbers to the appropriate authority.","Situational hazard assessment — recognize changing weather, lighting, or traffic conditions and adjust crossing timing or signaling methods accordingly.","Conflict de-escalation — use calm, respectful verbal communication to manage disagreements between drivers and pedestrians at a crossing site.","Shift recordkeeping — maintain accurate daily logs of crossing activity, notable incidents, and student counts using word processing or scheduling software.","Peer orientation support — demonstrate correct flagging and signaling techniques to newly assigned crossing personnel during on-the-job learning periods."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex intersection management — autonomously manage high-volume pedestrian and vehicle crossings at multi-lane intersections or active school zones during peak periods.","Non-routine hazard response — identify and respond to unexpected hazards such as accidents, medical emergencies, or signal failures using independent judgment at a crossing site.","Adaptive signaling strategy — select and apply the most effective combination of flags, signs, lanterns, and hand signals based on real-time traffic and environmental conditions.","Cross-agency incident reporting — compile thorough incident reports and coordinate directly with law enforcement or school administrators regarding serious traffic infractions or safety violations.","Selective attention under pressure — maintain consistent awareness of multiple pedestrian groups and vehicle streams simultaneously during high-congestion school dismissal periods.","Community safety education — lead brief safety briefings for students, school staff, or community groups to communicate updated traffic rules and crossing protocols.","Long-term behavioral pattern recognition — track recurring driver infractions or unsafe pedestrian habits over time and escalate findings to relevant school or municipal authorities.","Scheduling and coverage coordination — use calendar and scheduling software to manage post coverage, communicate shift changes, and ensure no crossing is left unattended.","Equipment inspection and readiness — inspect all assigned signaling and safety equipment before each shift and initiate replacement or repair requests for defective items.","Mentorship of developing staff — coach mid-level crossing guards on situational judgment, communication techniques, and safety compliance during supervised field sessions."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Program-level safety strategy — develop and implement site-specific pedestrian safety plans for a network of school crossings or construction corridors across a municipality.","Policy interpretation and application — translate updated municipal or state traffic regulations into revised crossing protocols communicated to all assigned personnel.","Workforce training design — create structured on-the-job training curricula for new and returning crossing guards aligned to local safety requirements and O*NET task standards.","Performance oversight — evaluate crossing guard performance across multiple sites using observation, incident report data, and community feedback to drive quality improvement.","Interagency safety coordination — serve as the primary liaison between school districts, transportation departments, and law enforcement to align pedestrian safety initiatives.","Technology and recordkeeping systems — lead adoption and staff training for scheduling, human resources, and documentation software tools used across a crossing guard program.","Incident trend analysis — analyze patterns in reported traffic infractions, near-miss events, and behavioral incidents to recommend systemic improvements to crossing locations or staffing.","Community relations leadership — represent the crossing guard program at public meetings, school board sessions, or community events to build trust and communicate safety outcomes.","Resource and budget stewardship — manage equipment procurement, scheduling resources, and staffing budgets to ensure program coverage meets operational and safety standards.","Organizational culture of safety — model and reinforce dependability, integrity, and cautiousness as organizational values that define professional conduct across the entire crossing guard workforce."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}