Darien Police Department Seeks School Crossing Guards

DARIEN, CT — With the new school year beginning later this month, the Darien Police Department is looking to hire part-time school crossing guards.

Working hours are approximately 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., then 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. Compensation is $44.50 per day.

According to the job description posted by the town on Facebook:

"The school crossing guard monitors traffic and assists children to cross streets safely on a seasonal basis before and after school. As children arrive, the crossing guard takes them safely across the street, watching traffic closely and stopping vehicles when necessary. Job is performed outside and is subject to exposure to the elements such as heat, cold, and wet conditions, it also
involves walking and standing for periods of time, and constant visual observation."

For more information, visit the HR tab on the Darien website, or contact Lt. Derek Mulcahy of the DPD at 203-662-5341.