With the start of the next school year quickly approaching, the Wilmington Police Department is announcing efforts to recruit candidates to help fill a dozen vacant crossing guard positions.
School crossing guards can earn between $15 and $21 per hour, and typically work two shifts per day Monday through Friday – 4 hours in the morning, and 3 hours in the afternoon. As limited service employees, crossing guards are not required to reside in the city.
Those interested can visit https://www.wilmingtonde.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/1675/195 to learn more and apply online today.
The Police Department will also be holding a special hiring event for school crossing guards on Tuesday, August 11. Interested candidates can visit the Wilmington Police Department headquarters on that date between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to meet with recruiters, submit their application and complete interviews – all in one location!
“The safety of our children begins before they enter the classroom,” said Sgt. Brianna Rodrigues, commanding officer of the WPD Traffic Unit. “Crossing guards are the first line of protection, making our neighborhoods safer one crossing at a time.”
To learn more about the School Crossing Guard position, including requirements and compensation, visit https://www.wilmingtonde.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/1675/195.
